Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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1678324 | Ultramicroscopy | 2010 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
We have studied frictional force and wear problem in real-time atomic force microscopy in contact-mode using a resonator type mechanical scanner allegedly reported. The fast scanning may cause wear in the sample surface or the tip, and may deteriorate the image quality. Mineral oil was used to make a lubricious surface on a polycarbonate sample, and it was found that the interfacial frictional force was decreased. A Si tip which was coated with a hydrophobic film by means of chemical modification was confirmed to diminish the frictional force in the fast scanning process. The resultant image quality was improved due to reduced friction and wear.
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Authors
Hyunsoo Lee, Donghyeok Lee, K.B. Kim, Yongho Seo, Hyunsook Kim, Haiwon Lee,