Abstract
We proposed an unconventional fabrication technique called spin-on nanoprinting (SNAP) to generate and transfer sub-100 nm preceramic polymer patterns onto flexible and rigid substrates. The dimensions of printed nanostructures are almost the same as those of the mold, since the ceramic precursor used is a liquid. The printed patterns can be used as a replica for printing second-generation structures using other polymeric materials or they can be further converted to desirable ceramic structures, which are very attractive for high-temperature and harsh environment applications. SNAP is an inexpensive parallel process and requires no special equipment for operation.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 3894-3899 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | ACS Applied Materials and Interfaces |
Volume | 5 |
Issue number | 9 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - May 8 2013 |
Keywords
- SNAP technique
- nanoimprinting
- nanostructured ceramics
- polymer-derived ceramics
- polyureasilazane
- sub-100 nm ceramic structures
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Materials Science