Gas Cluster Ion Beam

Gas Cluster Ion Beam

Gas Cluster Ion Beams (GCIB) is a new technology for nano-scale modification of surfaces. It can smooth a wide variety of surface material types to within an angstrom of roughness without subsurface damage. It is also used to chemically alter surfaces through infusion or deposition.

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