Synthesis of nano-sized and highly sinterable Nd:YAG powders by the urea homogeneous precipitation method

►Nd:YAG nanopowders were synthesized by the urea homogeneous precipitation method. ►SO42 − ions influence the morphology of precursor. ►SO42 − ions influence the composition of calcined powder. ►The [U]/[M] ratio influences the morphology and composition of nanopowders.