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We combined micro four-point probe (M4PP) and terahertz time-domain spectroscopy (THz-TDS) to map graphene sheet conductance. This reveals nanoscopic continuity despite microscopic defects affecting microscale measurements.

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Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Nanotechnology

Background:

  • Accurate characterization of large-area graphene is crucial for its electronic applications.
  • Existing methods for sheet conductance mapping have limitations in scale, speed, or contact requirements.
  • Understanding the relationship between nanoscale and microscale electrical properties is essential.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and demonstrate a combined metrology approach for quantitative sheet conductance mapping of large-area graphene.
  • To investigate the influence of microscale defects on graphene conductance using complementary techniques.
  • To assess the suitability of THz-TDS as a rapid, non-contact metrology for wafer-scale graphene.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized micro four-point probe (M4PP) measurements in a dual configuration for statistical analysis of microscale conductance.
  • Employed non-contact terahertz time-domain spectroscopy (THz-TDS) for spatially averaged nanoscopic conductance mapping.
  • Supported measurements with micro Raman spectroscopy and optical imaging for comprehensive film analysis.

Main Results:

  • Demonstrated centimeter-scale quantitative mapping of sheet conductance for chemical vapor deposited graphene.
  • THz-TDS enabled rapid (sub-minute for 4-inch wafer) non-contact mapping of nanoscopic conductance.
  • M4PP revealed that microscale defects, likely from transfer processes, significantly impact microscale conductance.

Conclusions:

  • The combination of M4PP and THz-TDS provides a powerful tool for characterizing large-area graphene.
  • Graphene films are electrically continuous on the nanoscopic scale, as confirmed by THz-TDS.
  • Microscopic defects dominate the microscale conductance, highlighting the importance of transfer process optimization.