Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM Analysis)

AFM scans a sharp probe over the sample to generate high-resolution 3D surface maps. It provides nanoscale topography, roughness, and mechanical property data (e.g., modulus, adhesion) for polymers, thin films, semiconductors, biomaterials. and more.

Atomic Force Microscopy is a high-resolution imaging technique used to analyze surface topography and mechanical properties at the nanoscale. It operates by scanning a sharp probe across a sample surface to detect atomic-level interactions, generating detailed 3D maps of surface features.

AFM is suitable for a wide range of materials, including polymers, semiconductors, biomaterials, and nanostructures. It supports multiple imaging modes—such as contact, tapping, and non-contact—allowing flexibility in sample characterization without the need for conductive coatings.

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Atomic Force Microscopy is a high-resolution imaging technique used to analyze surface topography and mechanical properties at the nanoscale. It operates by scanning a sharp probe across a sample surface to detect atomic-level interactions, generating detailed 3D maps of surface features. AFM is suitable for a wide range of materials, including polymers, semiconductors, biomaterials, and nanostructures. It supports multiple imaging modes—such as contact, tapping, and non-contact—allowing flexibility in sample characterization without the need for conductive coatings.

Common Applications

  • Materials Science
    Surface roughness, morphology, and mechanical property analysis of metals, ceramics, and polymers
  • Semiconductors & Microelectronics
    Inspection of thin films, etching patterns, and nanoscale defects in silicon wafers
  • Nanotechnology
    Characterization of nanostructures, nanotubes, and quantum dots with atomic-level precision
  • Biological & Biomedical Research
    Imaging of cells, proteins, and DNA; analysis of biomaterial surfaces and cell adhesion
  • Composites & Coatings
    Evaluation of surface uniformity, adhesion, and wear resistance in layered materials
  • Energy & Battery Materials
    Investigation of electrode surfaces and degradation mechanisms in energy storage systems
  • Tribology & Surface Mechanics
    Measurement of friction, stiffness, and elasticity at the nanoscale
  • And much more

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