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¹Macromolecules and Interfaces Institute and the Department of Chemistry (0212), Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, Virginia 24061, USA.

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This study explores the unique dewetting behaviors of polystyrene (PS) and trisilanolphenyl-POSS (TPP) thin films. Elevated temperatures cause cracking and dewetting, leading to TPP-encapsulated PS droplets.

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Area of Science:

Materials Science
Polymer Science
Surface Science

Background:

Thin film dewetting is crucial for microelectronics and nanotechnology.
Understanding polymer/inorganic material interfaces is key for novel material design.

Purpose of the Study:

Investigate the morphological evolution of polystyrene (PS) and trisilanolphenyl-POSS (TPP) thin film bilayers during dewetting.
Analyze the effects of annealing temperature and time on dewetting morphologies.

Main Methods:

Optical Microscopy (OM) for real-time observation of crack formation and dewetting.
Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) for high-resolution surface morphology analysis.
X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS) to determine layer dewetting progression.

Main Results:

Unique dewetting morphologies observed in PS/TPP bilayers at elevated temperatures, differing from polymer/polymer systems.
Cracking of the upper TPP layer initiated at ~130°C due to tensile stress.
At >160°C, dewetting of both TPP and PS layers occurred, exposing the substrate.
Cracks in TPP acted as nucleation sites for rapid dewetting and aggregation.
Complete dewetting of both layers and formation of TPP-encapsulated PS droplets observed after 90 min at 200°C.

Conclusions:

The PS/TPP bilayer system exhibits distinct dewetting behavior compared to traditional polymer bilayers.
Annealing temperature and time are critical parameters controlling the complex morphological evolution.
The study provides insights into the interfacial dynamics and phase separation during thin film dewetting.