Layered Al/CuO Thin Films for Tunable Ignition and Actuations
Ludovic Salvagnac, Sandrine Assié-Souleille, Carole Rossi
Abstract
Sputter-deposited Al/CuO multilayers are used to manufacture tunable igniters and actuators, with applications in various fields such as defense, space and infrastructure safety. This paper describes the technology of deposition and the characteristics of Al/CuO multilayers, followed by some examples of the applications of these energetic layers.
Topics & Concepts
Ignition systemMaterials scienceSputteringThin filmDeposition (geology)Sputter depositionOptoelectronicsActuatorNanotechnologyEngineering physicsElectrical engineeringAerospace engineeringEngineeringPaleontologySedimentBiologyEnergetic Materials and CombustionMetal and Thin Film MechanicsDiamond and Carbon-based Materials Research