FraGen: a computer program for real-space structure solution of extended inorganic frameworks

A computer program is reported for the structure solution of extended inorganic frameworks in real space. The space group and cell parameters are the basic inputs required by this program. Prior chemical and crystallographic knowledge can significantly enhance its computation efficiency.

Experimental analysis of overall thermal properties of Nd:La₂CaB₁₀O₁₉ crystals

The thermophysical properties of Nd³⁺-doped La₂CaB₁₀O₁₉ crystals were fully analyzed along the a, b, c, c*, a*, <110> and <110>* crystalline directions. The calculated Jackson factors of a series of observed faces on the crystal show that the liquid-solid interface is a smooth surface when the crystal grows from solution.