Thin Films
Growth and characterisation of nanometric films
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Films thinner than 100 nm have relevant applications in the fields of optics and mechanics. They are also a growing field of research for coatings with advanced optical, electronics or mechanical properties.
Performance of such films during operation is determined by the deposition parameters as well as substrate preparation. During the running-in phase of deposition processes it is useful to determine morphology of films grown under variable process conditions, presence of defects, film uniformity, surface roughness. In addition, it is essential an assesment of film-substrate adhesion and mechanical properties such as elasticity, scratch and wear resistance, as well as hardness.
High precision instruments are therefore required both during the growht and the characterisation of the film.
Performance of such films during operation is determined by the deposition parameters as well as substrate preparation. During the running-in phase of deposition processes it is useful to determine morphology of films grown under variable process conditions, presence of defects, film uniformity, surface roughness. In addition, it is essential an assesment of film-substrate adhesion and mechanical properties such as elasticity, scratch and wear resistance, as well as hardness.
High precision instruments are therefore required both during the growht and the characterisation of the film.
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Surface Science
Advanced research on surfaces grown in ultra high vacuum -
Thin Films
Growth and characterisation of nanometric films -
Coatings
Functional and decorative coatings with thickness in the micrometer range -
Manufacturing Technology
Precision Manufacturing and Surface Engineering -
Deposition and Plasma Treatment Equipment
Equipment for vacuum and film growth control -
Environmental Studies
Analysis of air and environment -
Inks and Paints
Equipment for the study of dyes -
Metallurgy
Microscopy Analysis on the changes in microstructure of metals under various conditions -
Optical Industry
Production of optical equipment -
Pharmaceutical Research
Suspensions, aerosol and coatings analysis -
Tribology
Methodical study of friction, lubrication, and wear.