Kilic, G.Ilik, E.Kavaz, E.Durmus, HasanGuler, OmerBirdogan, SelcukTekin, H. O.2025-02-252025-02-2520250272-88421873-3956https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ceramint.2025.01.593https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14365/5949This study investigates the incorporation of Pr6O11 nanoparticles into lithium borotellurite glass matrices to enhance their mechanical and radiation shielding properties. Glass compositions, synthesized with varying Pr6O11 concentrations from 0 to 8 mol%, exhibited increasing densities from 4.00783 g cm- 3 to 4.94440 g cm-3 and reduced molar volumes, confirming nanoparticle-induced densification. X-ray diffraction analysis revealed amorphous structures with shifts in the hollow band indicating compact network rearrangements. Scanning electron microscopy and energy-dispersive X-ray analyses confirmed homogeneous Pr distribution up to 6 mol%, with clustering observed in 8 mol% samples. Vickers' microhardness values progressively increased, highlighting enhanced mechanical strength due to reduced non-bridging oxygen ions and network cross-linking. Gamma-ray shielding experiments demonstrated superior performance of the 8 mol% sample (Pr8), with the highest mass attenuation coefficients, effective atomic number, and reduced half-value layer. Neutron attenuation assessments further confirmed improved shielding capabilities, with Pr8 achieving the highest effective removal crosssection. In conclusion, Pr6O11-doped lithium borotellurite glasses demonstrate significant potential for advanced radiation shielding applications.eninfo:eu-repo/semantics/closedAccessNanoparticlesBorotellurite GlassesGlass ShieldsXrdSemArticle10.1016/j.ceramint.2025.01.5932-s2.0-85216854197