The formation of diffraction gratings by the deposition of SiO sub(2) colloidal microspheres

• Published in: Applied physics. A, Materials science & processing Vol. 122; no. 12; pp. 1 - 6
• Main Authors: Ashurov, MS, Kazakova, T A, Stepanov, AL, Klimonsky, SO
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: 01.12.2016
• Subjects: Colloids; Deposition; Diffraction gratings; Formations; Liquids; Microspheres; Ridges; Silicon dioxide

A simple way of fabrication of diffraction gratings with the help of deposition of SiO sub(2) colloidal particles on vertical glass substrate has been proposed. The method is based on an intermittent, "stick-slip" motion of the suspension meniscus during liquid evaporation. The deposition...