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Alexander V Tikhonravov¹, Tatiana V Amotchkina, Michael K Trubetskov

¹Research Computing Center, Moscow State University, Leninskie Gory, 119992, Moscow, Russia. tikh@srcc.msu.ru

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This study details thin film and multilayer coating characterization using multiangle spectral photometric data. Advanced spectrophotometer accessory measurements reliably determine coating properties through reflectance and transmittance analysis.

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Area of Science:

Materials Science
Optical Engineering
Thin Film Technology

Background:

Accurate characterization of thin films and multilayer coatings is crucial for optical applications.
Traditional methods may lack precision for complex coating structures.
Developing advanced techniques for material property determination is an ongoing need.

Purpose of the Study:

To characterize single thin films and multilayer coatings.
To perform reverse engineering of coating optical properties.
To validate the effectiveness of multiangle spectral photometric data.

Main Methods:

Utilizing a new advanced spectrophotometer accessory for data acquisition.
Measuring reflectance and transmittance at multiple incidence angles (7-40 degrees).
Collecting data for two polarization states.

Main Results:

Demonstrated reliable characterization of single thin films.
Successfully reverse-engineered multilayer coating properties.
Confirmed the utility of multiangle spectral photometric data for accurate analysis.

Conclusions:

Multiangle spectral photometric data provides a reliable method for thin film and multilayer coating characterization.
The advanced spectrophotometer accessory enhances the accuracy of optical coating analysis.
This technique is effective for both characterization and reverse engineering of optical coatings.