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Title: Basics of Thin Film Deposition Techniques
Authors:
- Ms. L. Abinaya, Junior Research Fellow, Department of Physics, AMET Deemed to be University, ECR, Kanathur, Chennai, India
- Dr. K. Gayathri, Associate Professor and Dy. Head, Director – Publications, Department of Physics, AMET Deemed to be University, ECR, Kanathur, Chennai, India
- Dr. K. Anandan, Associate Professor and Head, Department of Physics, AMET Deemed to be University, ECR, Kanathur, Chennai, India
Publisher: Cogniverse Press, Jorhat, Assam, India
First Edition: April, 2026
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19469985
ISBN: 978-93-47652-76-9 (Print Edition)
e-ISBN: 978-93-47652-14-1 (Digital Edition)
Cover Designing: Cogniverse Press Digital Team
Published By: Cogniverse Press, Nakari Gaon, Borigaon Siding, Jorhat – 1, Assam, India
Website: cogniversepress.com
Email: cogniversepress@gmail.com
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Preface
Thin film deposition techniques play an important role in the fields of materials science, nanotechnology, electronics, and engineering. Thin films are widely used in applications such as sensors, solar cells, optical coatings, electronic devices, and protective layers. Due to their extensive applications, it is important for students and beginners to understand the basic principles and methods involved in thin film preparation.
This book, “Basics of Thin Film Deposition Techniques”, has been prepared to provide a simple and clear introduction to the fundamental concepts of thin film deposition. It covers the major deposition techniques, their working principles, characterization methods, and important applications in a student-friendly manner.
The primary objective of this book is to help students, beginners, and research scholars gain a foundational understanding of thin film technology. It is hoped that this book will serve as a useful reference for academic learning and introductory research in this field.
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Key Themes
- Introduction to thin film technology
- Thin film growth mechanisms and nucleation
- Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) techniques
- Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) techniques
- Solution-based deposition methods
- Thin film characterization techniques
- Applications of thin films in modern technology
Table of Contents
Unit 1: Introduction and Fundamentals
- Unit Overview
- 1.1 What is a Thin Film?
- 1.2 History of Thin Films
- 1.3 Applications of Thin Films
- 1.4 Basics of Thin Film Growth
- 1.5 Nucleation in Thin Films
- 1.6 Growth Mechanisms of Thin Films
- 1.7 Properties of Thin Films
- 1.8 Summary
Unit 2: Physical Deposition Techniques (PVD)
- Unit Overview
- 2.1 Introduction to Physical Vapor Deposition
- 2.2 Principle of PVD
- 2.3 Thermal Evaporation
- 2.4 Electron Beam Evaporation
- 2.5 Sputtering Technique
- 2.6 Parameters Affecting PVD
- 2.7 Applications of PVD
- 2.8 Summary
Unit 3: Chemical Deposition Techniques (CVD)
- Unit Overview
- 3.1 Introduction to Chemical Vapor Deposition
- 3.2 Principle of CVD
- 3.3 Types of Chemical Vapor Deposition
- 3.4 Parameters Affecting CVD
- 3.5 Advantages of CVD
- 3.6 Applications of CVD
- 3.7 Summary
Unit 4: Solution-Based Deposition Techniques
- Unit Overview
- 4.1 Introduction to Solution-Based Deposition Techniques
- 4.2 Sol-Gel Technique
- 4.3 Spin Coating Technique
- 4.4 Dip Coating Technique
- 4.5 Spray Pyrolysis Technique
- 4.6 Chemical Bath Deposition (CBD)
- 4.7 Applications of Solution-Based Thin Films
- 4.8 Summary
Unit 5: Characterization and Applications of Thin Films
- Unit Overview
- 5.1 Introduction to Thin Film Characterization
- 5.2 Structural Characterization of Thin Films
- 5.3 Surface and Morphological Characterization
- 5.4 Elemental and Compositional Analysis
- 5.5 Optical Characterization of Thin Films
- 5.6 Thickness Measurement of Thin Films
- 5.7 Applications of Thin Films
- 5.9.5 Protective and Decorative Coatings
- 5.8 Summary
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