Laser writing on metal-silicon bilayers for optical storage. I. Optical properties

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Author(s)

  • K. Y. Ahn
  • T. H. Di Stefano
  • N. J. Mazzeo
  • S. R. Herd
  • K. N. Tu

Detail(s)

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)3777-3783
Journal / PublicationJournal of Applied Physics
Volume53
Issue number5
Publication statusPublished - 1982
Externally publishedYes

Abstract

Various bilayer structures consisting of metal and silicon were investigated as possible candidates for the optical recording medium. The silicon-on-metal bilayers offer tunability with a reasonable thickness of Si in the visible spectrum with a typical reflectivity less than 5%. Of the two possible writing processes, the low-power process of silicide formation has a threshold power of 30 mW for a Rh-Si bilayer which provides a reflectivity change in excess of 40%. The absence of raised rims around the written spots offers a smooth morphology that is compatible with encapsulation.

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Laser writing on metal-silicon bilayers for optical storage. I. Optical properties. / Ahn, K. Y.; Di Stefano, T. H.; Mazzeo, N. J. et al.
In: Journal of Applied Physics, Vol. 53, No. 5, 1982, p. 3777-3783.

Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews (RGC: 21, 22, 62)21_Publication in refereed journalpeer-review