Electron beam irradiation for the formation of thick Ag film on AgPO.

This study demonstrates that the electron beam irradiation of materials, typically used in characterization measurements, could be employed for advanced fabrication, modification, and functionalization of composites. We developed irradiation equipment using an electron beam irradiation source to be applied in materials modification. Using this equipment, the formation of a thick Ag film on the AgPO semiconductor is carried out by electron beam irradiation for the first time.