研究目的
Investigating the impacts of RF power on the physical properties of GaN thin films deposited on n-Si(100) substrates using RF magnetron sputtering.
研究成果
RF power significantly influences the structural, morphological, and optical properties of GaN thin films. Optimal RF power of 50 W yielded the best crystal quality, while higher powers led to deterioration due to increased decomposition and defects. Controlling RF power allows tuning of properties for optoelectronic applications, such as LEDs and solar cells. Future research should focus on optimizing other growth parameters to further enhance film quality.
研究不足
The study is limited by potential impurities in the system (e.g., oxygen), which could affect film quality. The RF power range was restricted to 50-125 W, and optimization might require broader parameters. The polycrystalline nature of the films may not achieve the quality of single-crystal films from other methods like MBE. Future work could involve annealing or better vacuum conditions to reduce defects.
1:Experimental Design and Method Selection:
The study used RF magnetron sputtering to deposit GaN thin films on n-Si(100) substrates under varying RF powers (50, 75, 100, 125 W). The rationale was to explore how RF power influences structural, morphological, and optical properties. Theoretical models included Scherer's formula for grain size calculation, Bragg formula for lattice parameters, and Tauc formula for optical band gap determination.
2:Sample Selection and Data Sources:
n-Si(100) substrates were purchased from Sigma-Aldrich Chemistry Company. GaN target (99.99% purity) was sourced from ACI Alloys, Inc. Substrates were cleaned using RCA-1 and RCA-2 procedures to remove contaminants.
3:99% purity) was sourced from ACI Alloys, Inc. Substrates were cleaned using RCA-1 and RCA-2 procedures to remove contaminants. List of Experimental Equipment and Materials:
3. List of Experimental Equipment and Materials: Equipment included an RF magnetron sputter system (PVD-Midas 3M model, VK-1601-2), UV/Vis/NIR Spectrophotometer (LAMBDA 1050 model), Micro Raman Spectrometer (alpha300 R model), FE-SEM (Zeiss Sigma 300 model), AFM (AFM-500II model), and XRD (PANalytical Empyrean model). Materials included GaN target, n-Si substrates, argon and nitrogen gases.
4:Experimental Procedures and Operational Workflow:
Substrates were cleaned and cut to size. Sputtering was performed with 75 sccm Ar and 3 sccm N2 gases at 100°C substrate temperature for varying times. Film thickness was measured using a surface profile metrology P7 (KLA-tensor). Various characterizations (UV/Vis, Raman, FE-SEM, AFM, XRD) were conducted post-deposition.
5:Data Analysis Methods:
Data were analyzed using software tools for spectroscopy and microscopy. Statistical techniques included linear fitting for optical band gap calculation and Gaussian fitting for Raman spectra.
独家科研数据包,助您复现前沿成果,加速创新突破
获取完整内容-
Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscopy
Zeiss Sigma 300
Zeiss
Used for morphological and surface analysis of the materials.
暂无现货
预约到货通知
-
X-ray Diffraction system
PANalytical Empyrean
PANalytical
Used to analyze the structure of GaN thin films with CuKα radiation.
暂无现货
预约到货通知
-
RF magnetron sputter system
PVD-Midas 3M
System number: VK-1601-2
Used for depositing GaN thin films on substrates under controlled RF power.
暂无现货
预约到货通知
-
UV/Vis/NIR Spectrophotometer
LAMBDA 1050
Used for optical analyses of thin films to determine absorbance and band gap.
-
Micro Raman Spectrometer
alpha300 R
Used for optical phonon mode analysis via Raman spectroscopy.
暂无现货
预约到货通知
-
Atomic Force Microscopy
AFM-500II
Used for morphological analyses of GaN thin films.
暂无现货
预约到货通知
-
Surface profile metrology
P7
KLA-tensor
Used to measure the thickness of grown GaN thin films.
暂无现货
预约到货通知
-
GaN target
2 in. dia × 125 in. thick, purity 99.99%
ACI Alloys, Inc.
Sputtering target for depositing GaN thin films.
暂无现货
预约到货通知
-
n-Si substrate
n-Si(100)
Sigma-Aldrich Chemistry Company
Substrate for thin film deposition.
暂无现货
预约到货通知
-
登录查看剩余7件设备及参数对照表
查看全部