Damazo, B.
, Ming, B.
, Kavuri, P.
, Vladar, A.
and Postek, M.
(2011),
Accurate Nanometer-Scale Imaging and Measurements with SEM, IEEE Nano 2011, Portland, OR, [online], https://doi.org/10.1109/NANO.2011.6144666
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Accurate Nanometer-Scale Imaging and Measurements with SEM
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Abstract
Scanning electron microscopes (SEMs) are incredibly versatile instruments for millimeter to nanometer scale imaging and measurements of size and shape. New methods to improve repeatability and accuracy have been implemented on the so-called Reference SEMs at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). These methods include: 1) very fast digital imaging and real-time corrective composition of SEM images, showing superiority over both traditional fast or slow image collection methods; 2) high-precision sample stage with laser interferometry, providing traceability and compensation for stage drift and vibration with sub-nanometer performance; and 3) contamination and charging mitigation through hydrogen and oxygen plasma cleaning. These new methods can be applied in other SEMS as well to realize quantitative scanning electron microscopy.Proceedings Title
IEEE Nano 2011
Volume
2011
Conference Dates
August 16-18, 2011
Conference Location
Portland, OR
Pub Type
Conferences
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Keywords
SEM, laser interferometery, contamination
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Created August 18, 2011, Updated November 10, 2018