Compact, single-tube scanning tunneling microscope with thermoelectric cooling.

Authors :: Jobbins, Matthew M.
Agostino, Christopher J.
Michel, Jolai D.
Gans, Ashley R.
Kandel, S. Alex
Source :: Review of Scientific Instruments; Oct2013, Vol. 84 Issue 10, p103708, 5p, 2 Color Photographs, 1 Black and White Photograph, 3 Diagrams, 2 Graphs
Publication Year :: 2013
Abstract: We have designed and built a scanning tunneling microscope with a compact inertial-approach mechanism that fits inside the piezoelectric scanner tube. Rigid construction allows the microscope to be operated without the use of external vibration isolators or acoustic enclosures. Thermoelectric cooling and a water-ice bath are used to increase temperature stability when scanning under ambient conditions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]