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A comprehensive design schedule for electrosprayed thin films with different surface morphologies
Susan W. Karuga
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Department of Electrical and Information Engineering, University of Nairobi, P.O. Box 30197-00100, Nairobi, Kenya
Erik M. Kelder
Department of Radiation Science and Technology, Delft University of Technology, Mekelweg 15, 2629 BJ Delft, the Netherlands
Michael J. Gatari
Department of Electrical and Information Engineering, University of Nairobi, P.O. Box 30197-00100, Nairobi, Kenya
Institute of Nuclear Science and Technology, University of Nairobi, P.O. Box 30197-00100, Nairobi, Kenya
Jan C. M. Marijnissen
Institute of Nuclear Science and Technology, University of Nairobi, P.O. Box 30197-00100, Nairobi, Kenya
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Surface morphology is critical for enhanced performance in thin films. However, there is limited understanding regarding the accurate control of thin-film morphology. This work provides a systematic way of optimizing different parameters to achieve the desired surface morphologies. Key parameters for controlling thin-film morphology have been identified. Using these parameters, a systematic design schedule for electrosprayed thin films with different surface morphologies has been developed.
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