Unlocking the Nano-World with AFM
Delving into the Nano: Unveiling the Power of Atomic Force Microscopy The world around us is teeming with intricate structures invisible to the naked eye. From the delicate grooves etched on a CD to the complex arrangement of atoms in a crystal, these nanoscale wonders hold secrets vital to understanding the fundamental building blocks of our universe. Enter Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM), a revolutionary technology that allows us to peer into this hidden realm with unprecedented precision. Imagine being able to "feel" the surface of a material at the atomic level – that's precisely what AFM enables. How does it work? A tiny probe, often just a single atom or molecule attached to a flexible cantilever, is delicately scanned across...