Electrodeposition in nanostructure templates using novel cathode preparation

Jaeheon Lee, Kenneth Bartley, Olgierd Palusinski

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Abstract

Porous membranes are being developed as template platforms for potential nano device applications, Specifically, polycarbonate (PC), aluminum oxide (alumina) and polyethylene terephthalate (PET) membranes are being studied. Often physical vapor deposition (PVD) is used on one side of the membrane to act as a cathode for electrodeposition of a metal or conducting polymer. However, this is time consuming and the temperature required for PVD may affect the template material and cause delamination due to different coefficients of thermal expansion between the metal and membrane. Nickel and silver particles suspended in organic solvents are commercially available that can replace PVD. They offer the advantages of ease of use, fast drying times, and low cost. In addition, thermal problems caused by PVD are eliminated. Successful deposition of copper into PC and alumina nanopores is verified through SEM imaging and electrical conductivity tests. copyright The Electrochemical Society.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationElectrodeposition of Nanoengineered Materials
PublisherElectrochemical Society Inc.
Pages25-31
Number of pages7
Edition12
ISBN (Electronic)9781566774925
DOIs
StatePublished - 2006
EventElectrodeposition of Nanoengineered Materials - 208th Electrochemical Society Meeting - Los Angeles, CA, United States
Duration: Oct 16 2005Oct 21 2005

Publication series

NameECS Transactions
Number12
Volume1
ISSN (Print)1938-5862
ISSN (Electronic)1938-6737

Other

OtherElectrodeposition of Nanoengineered Materials - 208th Electrochemical Society Meeting
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityLos Angeles, CA
Period10/16/0510/21/05

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Engineering

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