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Area of Science:

  • Nanoscience and Spectroscopy
  • Advanced Microscopy Techniques

Background:

  • Photo-induced force microscopy (PiFM) is a scanning probe technique.
  • It provides spectroscopic contrast at nanometer spatial resolution.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review technical implementations of PiFM.
  • To discuss the physical origin of the PiFM signal.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizes the enhanced near field at a sharp tip to induce local sample polarization.
  • Detects photo-induced forces (pN range) from cantilever oscillation properties.
  • Generates photo-induced force maps.

Main Results:

  • PiFM offers high-resolution spectroscopic imaging.
  • The technique has seen expanded imaging capabilities and applications since 2010.
  • Signal origins include dipole-dipole forces and photothermal processes.

Conclusions:

  • PiFM is a valuable nano-spectroscopic tool.
  • Understanding its signal origins enhances its application.
  • Ongoing development expands its utility in scientific research.