A statistical interpretation of molecular delta layer depth profiles

A. Wucher, K. D. Krantzman, C. Lu, N. Winograd

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Abstract

The delta layer depth response predicted by a simple statistical sputtering model is compared with molecular sputter depth profile data obtained on Langmuir-Blodgett delta layer systems. All input parameters of the statistical sputtering model are determined from low-fluence molecular dynamics simulations performed for 20-keV C60 cluster bombardment of silicon, making the model de facto parameter free. It is found that both calculated and measured depth response functions can be parametrised by the semiempirical Dowsett expression. The resulting parameters (leading and trailing edge slope, full-width at half-maximum) agree surprisingly well with those determined from the measured depth profiles.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)39-41
Number of pages3
JournalSurface and Interface Analysis
Volume45
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 2013

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • General Chemistry
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Surfaces and Interfaces
  • Surfaces, Coatings and Films
  • Materials Chemistry

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