PbMoO₄ (Lead Molybdate)

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2 datasets, together covering 0.44–1.08 µm. Default: Malitson 1978: n(o) 0.44–1.08 µm.

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Load this data in Python, simulate in one more line

pip install lightsmith

import lightsmith as ls

# PbMoO4 (Lead Molybdate): Malitson 1978: n(o) 0.44–1.08 µm
pbmoo4 = ls.fetch_refractiveindex("main", "PbMoO4", "Malitson-o", ref="c5c2f188e848453def5970e347399d653df2ffc2")
print(pbmoo4.range_nm)  # (440, 1080) nm
eps = pbmoo4.eps([633])  # complex permittivity

Downloads the original record once (pinned to the imported snapshot) and caches it.

import json, urllib.request
import lightsmith as ls

url = "https://materials.lightsmith.dev/v1/datasets/ds_a2dca36176bb/lightsmith"
pbmoo4 = ls.Tabulated.model_validate(json.load(urllib.request.urlopen(url)))
print(pbmoo4.source)  # citation and provenance travel with the data

Any dataset here, as the library's Tabulated material (pbmoo4/malitson-1978-o).

# ... load pbmoo4 as above, then:
sim = ls.Simulation(
    particles=[ls.Particle(shape=ls.Sphere(radius_nm=50), material=pbmoo4)],
    medium_index=1.0,
    wavelengths=ls.WavelengthRange(start_nm=440, stop_nm=1000, num=81),
)
res = ls.solve(sim)  # exact Mie for a sphere
print(res.q_ext)     # extinction efficiency at each wavelength

Same spec runs with DDA, FDTD, BEM or T-matrix: ls.compare(sim, ["mie", "dda"]).

import json, urllib.request
import lightsmith as ls

url = "https://materials.lightsmith.dev/v1/datasets/ds_a2dca36176bb/lightsmith?model=drude_lorentz"
pbmoo4_dl = ls.DrudeLorentz.model_validate(json.load(urllib.request.urlopen(url)))

A dispersive Drude–Lorentz model for time-domain solvers.

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Lightsmith is open source (MIT): Mie, T-matrix, BEM, DDA, FDTD, RCWA, TMM, mode solvers and inverse design behind one spec, on CPU or GPU. GitHub.

About PbMoO4 (Lead Molybdate)

Lead molybdate (PbMoO₄) is a crystalline compound that possesses notable optical properties, making it particularly suited for certain photonic applications. This material is widely recognized for its scintillation properties, which make it an attractive choice for use in radiation detection equipment, such as gamma-ray and X-ray detectors. The crystal's fast decay time and high light output contribute to its utility in these applications. Additionally, PbMoO₄ has been studied as a potential laser host material due to its favorable spectroscopic properties. When handling and utilizing this compound, it's essential to be aware of the potential health risks associated with lead-based materials.

Other names: Lead Molybdate, Lead molybdate

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