Engineered Optical Layers Control Laser-Induced Dewetting of Ultrathin Gold Films

This research explores how engineered optical layers influence the dewetting process of ultrathin gold films when exposed to laser light. Laser-induced dewetting provides a more precise and flexible method than thermal dewetting for patterning metallic thin films, enabling nanoscale structuring. The study highlights advances in controlling film breakup for potential applications in nanotechnology.

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