Scanning Probe Surface Modification
Abstract
Nanometer-scale manipulation of surfaces is important because subtle changes in surface structure often result in new electronic, magnetic, photonic, and mechanical materials properties. In this brief article we address one aspect of nanometer-scale surface manipulation that is of both technological and fundamental interest: scanning probe microscope (SPM)-induced patterning of surfaces. We begin by discussing traditional methods for submicron patterning, then we address some general aspects of SPM surface manipulation, and finally we present some specific results from our own laboratory.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Nov 23, 1993
- Accession Number
- ADA273178
Entities
People
- C. B. Ross
- J. K. Schoer
- M. J. Hampden-smith
- R. M. Crooks
- T. S. Corbitt
Organizations
- University of New Mexico