Abstract
Using a recently developed atomic force microscopy (AFM) simulator ACCESS (AFM simulation Code for Calculating and Evaluating Surface Structures), effects of tip apex size on AFM images were examined. A metal tip-metal sample system consisting of iron tip and copper sample was employed as a model system. Structures with half the surface periodicity, which have been observed in actual AFM measurements, were observed at certain tip apex registries. Conditions for their appearances were examined.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 580-583 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Thin Solid Films |
Volume | 281-282 |
Issue number | 1-2 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1996 Aug 1 |
Keywords
- Atomic force microscopy (AFM)
- Metals
- Nanostructures
- Surface structure
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
- Surfaces and Interfaces
- Surfaces, Coatings and Films
- Metals and Alloys
- Materials Chemistry