The Surface Structure of Carbon Films Deposited by Different Plasmachemical Methods

Diamond-like carbon films on suitable substrates have attractive properties for electronic, optoelectronic, mechanical and biomedical applications. Carbon in a form of diamond is a promising material as a protective coating for high temperature superconducting devices. The excellent chemical inertness of diamond-like film make them a promising material for medical implants, cardiovascular surgery and for coating of certain components of artificial heart valves.