We demonstrate tantalum-tungsten (Ta-W) solid solution alloy photonic crystals (PhCs) as spectrally selective components for high temperature energy conversion. The thermo-mechanical properties of the alloy are tuned by the Ta-W ratio. A 2D PhC was designed as a selective emitter, fabricated on a Ta3%W substrate, and optical properties and thermal stability were characterized. A thin layer of HfO2 was deposited for thermal stability. The PhCs show outstanding emittance selectivity, well preserved after annealing for 24h at 1200 °C. The structure is preserved as shown in cross-sectional images, demonstrating that the coating effectively prevents degradation due to surface diffusion at high temperatures.
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