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Measuring Substrate-Independent Young's Modulus of Low-k Films by Instrumented Indentation

In this study the Young's modulus of low-k dielectric thin films is determined using a KLA G200 Nano Indenter. The Hay-Crawford model is used to negate the influence of the substrate on measurements. This is important to the field of electronics, in particular digital circuits.

From KLA Instruments™ 11 May 2011

Nanomechanical Test Instruments - A Buyers Guide

Nanomechanical test methods such as nanoindentation and nano-scratch are now well established techniques.

5 May 2011

Measuring Substrate-Independent Young’s Modulus of Hard Overcoats for Magnetic Media Using a Nano Indenter

The surface of hard disk drives are protected by hard overcoats. KLA developed the Hay-Crawford model that can be used in conjunction with a Nano Indenter to accurately characterize the Young's Modulus of the overcoat. These details are interest to manufacturers of such devices.

From KLA Instruments™ 29 Apr 2011

Electron Microscope Based Fabrication and Nano-Mechanical Testing

The early research involving manipulation and nano-mechanical testing of individual nanostructures was demonstrated by use of atomic force microscope (AFM) and scanning tunneling microscope (STM) based systems.

By Professor Gurpreet Singh 25 Apr 2011

B-C-N Nanotubes, Nanosheets, Nanoribbons, and Nanostructures

The arrangement of carbon atoms differentiates a pencil lead from a pricey diamond.

By Professor Yoke Khin Yap 20 Apr 2011

Developing Nano-Structured Carbon Electrodes for Capacitive Desalination

Capacitive deionisation (CDI) is a promising alternative technology in desalination which is particularly suitable for small-scale inland brackish water desalination due to its lower energy demand and low maintenance requirements.

By Professor Linda Zou 20 Apr 2011

Carbon Nanomaterials for Designing Next-Generation Green Electronics

Low-dimensional allotropes of carbon (including two-dimensional graphene and one-dimensional carbon nanotubes and graphene nanoribbons), collectively known as carbon nanomaterials, have extraordinary physical properties that can be exploited for their exciting prospects in a variety of electronics applications.

By Kaustav Banerjee 19 Apr 2011

Characterization of Lithium Ion Batteries Using the PeakForce TUNA Method

The light weight lithium ion batteries with their high energy density have become an integral part of almost all consumer electronic devices.

From Bruker Nano Surfaces and Metrology 19 Apr 2011

Characterization of Organic Solar Cells Using The PeakForce TUNA Method

Organic solar cells has been considered a viable solar energy option due to their light weight, low production costs and flexibility. The barrier to their use is their poor efficiency. The PeakForce TUNA method is an AFM method that can accurately characterize the conductivity of these materials.

From Bruker Nano Surfaces and Metrology 19 Apr 2011

PeakForce TUNA and Other AFM Modes for Electrical Properties Measurement

Bruker's PeakForce TUNA technique is easy to use and proves to be the most capable method of force control mapping, especially for delicate samples and measuring electrical properties. Other TUNA modes of detection are also outlined including contact, tapping mode and torsional resonance.

From Bruker Nano Surfaces and Metrology 19 Apr 2011