Influence of surface geometry on metal properties

Tavkhelidze A., Harbron S. (2006) Influence of surface geometry on metal properties. US patent 7,074,498.

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Abstract

The influence of surface geometry on metal properties is studied within the limit of the quantum theory of free electrons. It is shown that a metal surface can be modified with patterned indents to increase the Fermi energy level inside the metal, leading to decrease in electron work function. This effect would exist in any quantum system comprising fermions inside a potential energy box. Also disclosed is a method for making nanostructured surfaces having perpendicular features with sharp edges.

Item Type:	Patent
Subjects:	T Technology > T Technology (General)
Divisions:	Faculties/Schools > School of Natural Sciences and Engineering
Depositing User:	Professor Avtandil Tavkhelidze
Date Deposited:	08 May 2014 09:27
Last Modified:	02 Apr 2015 07:41
URI:	http://eprints.iliauni.edu.ge/id/eprint/1445

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