Process for shaping micro and nano structures

摘要

The surface of the shaped press former (5) is heated rapidly by radiation (1) applied through a transparent holder (3) and the molding material (4). Pressure is then applied to produce the required form and subsequently released. The surface of the shaped press former (5) is heated rapidly by radiation (1) applied through a transparent holder (3) and the molding material (4). Pressure is then applied to produce the required form and subsequently released. The forming operation can be combined with a welding operation. The radiation can be produced by a high output diode laser in the infra-red region and the beam scanned through appropriate optical arrangements.