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Cathodic Arcs : From Fractal Spots to Energetic Condensation

Publication year: 2008

ISBN: 978-0-387-79108-1

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Cathodic Arcs: From Fractal Spots to Energetic Condensation is the first book in over a decade dedicated to the physics and technology of cathodic arcs. It includes a detailed account of arc history, a textbook-like introduction to cathode phenomena, and some basic physics of expanding plasmas; it deals with the infamous macroparticle issue and describes a host of practical plasma filter solutions. In contrast to previous books on cathodic arcs, the focus is on the relation of arc plasmas and their properties to surface modification and thin film deposition. The book contains sections on basic plasma physics and thin film materials science. It also deals with practical issues of coatings such as stress control and the often-underrated issue of the coating’s color. By stressing the fractal nature of cathode spots, the theme of fluctuations can be found throughout the book: fluctuations affect all plasma properties and thereby have consequences for plasma-based surface modifications and film growth.


Subject: Physics and Astronomy, Helium-Atom-Streuung, Plasma, cathode spots, coatings technology, hoyingf, particles, Atomic, Molecular, Optical and Plasma Physics, Industrial Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Surfaces and Interfaces, Thin Films, Condensed Matter Physics