Benny Davidovitch et al 2009 J. Phys.: Condens. Matter 21 224019 doi:10.1088/0953-8984/21/22/224019
Benny Davidovitch1, Michael J Aziz2 and Michael P Brenner2
Show affiliationsThe linear dynamics of ion sputtered solids is essential to understanding the evolution of ordered and disordered surface patterns. We review the existing models of linear dynamics and point out qualitative discrepancies between theory and experimental observations that characterize the linear regime. In particular, we emphasize the importance of experimental and theoretical analysis of bifurcation points: certain values of control parameters such as ion beam angle or energy, where flat surfaces undergo a transition from stability to instability.
68.35.Ja Surface and interface dynamics and vibrations
68.49.Sf Ion scattering from surfaces (charge transfer, sputtering, SIMS)
79.20.Rf Atomic, molecular, and ion beam impact and interactions with surfaces
Issue 22 (3 June 2009)
Received 8 January 2009
Published 12 May 2009
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