Induced water condensation and bridge formation by electric fields in Atomic Force Microscopy
Skip to main content
eScholarship
Open Access Publications from the University of California

Induced water condensation and bridge formation by electric fields in Atomic Force Microscopy

Abstract

We present an analytical model that explains how in humid environments the electric field near a sharp tip enhances the formation of water meniscii and bridges between tip and sample. The predictions of the model are compared with experimental measurements of the critical distance where the field strength causes bridge formation.

Main Content
For improved accessibility of PDF content, download the file to your device.
Current View