Why to Use Self Assembled Metallic Nanoparticles Template for Metal Electrodeposition: Metallic Nanostructures with Controlled Morphologies and Adjustable Wetting Properties

Abstract

We investigated the benefits of using self assembled gold nanoparticles (Au NPs) template for metal electrodepositions. For short electrodeposition time, surface patterning was achieved and a well dense organized structure with nanometre resolution of metallic nanoparticles was prepared. For longer electrodeposition time, different morphologies were obtained. The mechanisms behind the formation of this morphology were analysed and discussed based on the influence of self-assembled Au NPs template in terms of thiol molecules diffusion and adsorption on metallic deposits. Furthermore adjustable wetting properties were obtained through the tuning of electrodeposition time. When you are citing the document, use the following link http://essuir.sumdu.edu.ua/handle/123456789/35366