Química Nova (Jan 2012)

Diamond synthesis by lasers: recent progress

  • Gordana S. Ristić,
  • Milan S. Trtica,
  • Šćepan S. Miljanić

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1590/S0100-40422012000700024
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 35, no. 7
pp. 1417 – 1422

Abstract

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This paper provides an up-to-date critical review of methods for diamond synthesis by lasers. A provisional classification of synthesizing methods is carried out, in order to present a varied and heterogeneous experimental work that is as clear as possible. Laser diamond CVD methods involve chemical processes in a carbon-containing system induced by specific absorption of laser radiation, while diamond PVD methods involve physical processes induced by an intense, highly-directed laser beam. Different methods involving coupled, simultaneous action of lasers and classic CVD agents are suggested and discussed as prospective approaches for diamond synthesis.

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