Surface Structure of Ilmenite (FeTiO3) and the Adsorption of Water

In this experiment, we will study the clean (0001) and (10-14) surface structures of ilmenite (FeTiO3) and the water adsorption on these surfaces using surface X-ray diffraction. By measuring crystal truncation rods (CTRs) under ultra-high vacuum conditions, we will be able to determine the near-surface structure and water adsorption-induced structural changes which are relevant for materials processing technologies and solar water splitting.