Introduction: Thin Film Failure in Extreme Environments and the Sputtering Dilemma In precision semiconductor fabrication, aerospace wear-resistant components, and high-performance medical implants, Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) thin films serve as an indispensable barrier. These films are highly sought after due to their exceptional hardness, ultra-low coefficient of friction, chemical inertness, and high infrared transmittance. However, senior […]
