Physics – Condensed Matter – Mesoscale and Nanoscale Physics
Scientific paper
2003-07-24
Physics
Condensed Matter
Mesoscale and Nanoscale Physics
16 pages, 10 figures. Submitted 3/2002, in press as Ch. 9 in "Recent Research Developments in Vacuum Science and Technology 20
Scientific paper
This review article discusses and compares various techniques for fabricating metal nanowires. We begin by defining what we mean by a nanowire, and why such nanostructures are of scientific and technological interest. We then present different fabrication methodologies, describing in some detail the advantages of each. "Top-down" techniques discussed include: electron beam lithography; scanned probe lithography; step-edge and molecular beam epitaxy templating; and nanotube templating. "Bottom-up" methodologies covered include: electrodeposition into etched porous media; direct chemical synthesis; step-edge decoration; and strain-mediated self-assembly. We conclude by summarizing our observations and briefly discuss the future of metal nanowire fabrication.
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