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  • Materials Science
  • Nanotechnology
  • Physics

Background:

  • Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) commonly uses optical beam deflection for cantilever sensing.
  • Existing methods require complex setups for measuring cantilever oscillation amplitude.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a novel self-sensing tapping-mode AFM operation.
  • To eliminate the need for optical beam deflection in AFM systems.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizing a microcantilever coated with a single piezoelectric layer for simultaneous actuation and deflection sensing.
  • Employing a feedforward control technique to manage capacitive feedthrough.
  • Implementing charge measurement for sensing cantilever oscillation.

Main Results:

  • Achieved a dynamic range increase from less than 1 dB to approximately 35 dB.
  • Demonstrated an excellent signal-to-noise ratio in the conditioned charge signal.
  • Validated the charge signal's suitability as a feedback signal for AFM imaging.

Conclusions:

  • The proposed self-sensing AFM operation is a viable alternative to optical detection methods.
  • Batch fabrication compatibility with micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) processes is feasible.
  • This approach offers a simplified and effective method for high-resolution AFM imaging.