Abstract
We describe a photothermal technique for testing the mechanical properties of small mechanical structures. Irradiation with chopped laser light on platelike or beamlike structures produces flexural vibration caused by thermoelastic bending. By monitoring the vibration, we can develop useful techniques for evaluating thickness, size attachment, tension, and adhesion of small mechanical structures. The technique will he useful for inspecting small mechanical structures that are fabricated with lithographic processes for various high technology applications.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 72-77 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Applied optics |
Volume | 30 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1991 Jan |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Atomic and Molecular Physics, and Optics
- Engineering (miscellaneous)
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering