The research group Electron Beam Emergent Additive Manufacturing (EBEAM) is pioneering the field of programmed nanoscale synthesis of functional materials, leveraging the precision and versatility of electron beam-induced fabrication. Our objective is to harness electron beams for the meticulous control of material creation at both near-atomic and nanoscale levels. We aim to develop cutting-edge methodologies, deepen our understanding of the underlying processes, and investigate the wide-ranging applications of these programmable synthesis techniques.
Under the banner of the ERA Chair, we are not just pushing the limits of additive manufacturing; we are redefining them, aiming to achieve unprecedented levels of precision and control in the synthesis of functional materials.
Research activities
- Precision Fabrication with Electron Beams: Our work is centered on utilizing electron beams for the precise layering and stacking of 2D materials on various substrates, employing advanced scanning electron microscope (SEM) systems.
- Advancing Additive Manufacturing to Near-Atomic Precision: We strive to refine electron beam-driven additive manufacturing techniques that allow for the creation of structures with precision approaching the scale of individual atoms, using both SEM and transmission electron microscope (TEM) systems.
- Enhancing Technology and Characterization: A key part of our agenda is to improve synthesis and engineering processes, advance in situ characterization, and develop sophisticated control/feedback systems. These innovations aim to perfect the electron beam additive manufacturing process, reaching near-atomic resolution.
Core Equipment
- SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope): Essential for detailed observation and analysis at the nanoscale.
- FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrometer): Key for material identification through infrared spectral analysis.
- Raman Spectrometer: Vital for assessing molecular structures, chemical properties, and material characteristics.
Research team
Here you can find more information about the research team.
Contact
Prof. Dr. Mark H. Rümmeli
email:
phone: +420 596 999 143
website: https://ebeam.vsb.cz/