Electric field induced surface modification of Au

We discuss the role of localized high electric fields in the modification of Au surfaces with a W probe using the Interfacial Force Microscope. Upon bringing a probe close to a Au surface, we measure both the interfacial force and the field emission current as a function of separation with a constant potential of 100 V between tip and sample. The current initially increases exponentially as the separation decreases. However, at a distance of less than {approximately} 500{angstrom} the current rises sharply as the surface begins to distort and rapidly close the gap. Retraction of the tip before contact is made reveals the formation of a mound on the surface. We propose a simple model, in which the localized high electric field under the tip assists the production of mobile Au adatoms by detachment from surface steps, and a radial field gradient causes a net flux of atoms toward the tip by surface diffusion. These processes give rise to an unstable surface deformation which, if left unchecked, results in a destructive mechanical contact. We discuss our findings with respect to earlier work using voltage pulses in the STM as a means of nanofabrication

Electric Field Induced Surface Modification of Au

We discuss the role of localized high electric fields in the modification of Au surfaces with a W probe using the Interfacial Force Microscope. Upon bringing a probe close to a Au surface, we measure both the interfacial force and the field emission current as a function of separation with a constant potential of 100 V between tip and sample. The current initially increases exponentially as the separation decreases. However, at a distance of less than {approximately} 500{angstrom} the current rises sharply as the surface begins to distort and rapidly close the gap. Retraction of the tip before contact is made reveals the formation of a mound on the surface. We propose a simple model, in which the localized high electric field under the tip assists the production of mobile Au adatoms by detachment from surface steps, and a radial field gradient causes a net flux of atoms toward the tip by surface diffusion. These processes give rise to an unstable surface deformation which, if left unchecked, results in a destructive mechanical contact. We discuss our findings with respect to earlier work using voltage pulses in the STM as a means of nanofabrication

NMR and Quantum-Chemical Studies of Electrostatically Stabilized 1-(N,N-Substituted-aminiomethyl)spirobi [3-oxo(2,5-dioxa-1-silacyclopentan)]ates (ES-Silanates)

1-(N,N-substituted-aminiomethyl)spirobi[3-oxo(2,5-dioxa-1-silacyclopentan)]ates were investigated using NMR, X-ray, and quantum-chemical methods. The free activation parameters for the inversion of “ammonium-amine nitrogen” and the chirality change at the pentacoordinated silicon were determined by dynamic NMR spectroscopy. The latter proceeds via the dissociation of Si[BOND]O bonds. The results were confirmed by quantum-chemical calculations, the experimental observation of cross-peaks in 2D-EXSY NMR spectra, and the spirocycle exchange reactions. Transition pathways between the different diastereomers in solution were analyzed

NMR and Quantum-Chemical Studies of Electrostatically Stabilized 1-(N,N-Substituted-aminiomethyl)spirobi [3-oxo(2,5-dioxa-1-silacyclopentan)]ates (ES-Silanates)

1-(N,N-substituted-aminiomethyl)spirobi[3-oxo(2,5-dioxa-1-silacyclopentan)]ates were investigated using NMR, X-ray, and quantum-chemical methods. The free activation parameters for the inversion of “ammonium-amine nitrogen” and the chirality change at the pentacoordinated silicon were determined by dynamic NMR spectroscopy. The latter proceeds via the dissociation of Si[BOND]O bonds. The results were confirmed by quantum-chemical calculations, the experimental observation of cross-peaks in 2D-EXSY NMR spectra, and the spirocycle exchange reactions. Transition pathways between the different diastereomers in solution were analyzed