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Published online by Cambridge University Press: 10 February 2011
Surface energies of molecularly-thin, perfluoropolyether (PFPE)-lubricated, amorphous carbon surfaces are presented as a function of the applied PFPE structure and thickness. A framework is developed to aid in the interpretation of the surface energy data. Information regarding the structure of these PFPE films adsorbed on CHx at the monolayer thickness levels is elucidated. Evidence for ordering in these polymer films is presented and interpreted to result from a combination of both, lateral cohesive interactions within the plane of the monolayer, and adhesive interactions between the PFPE monolayer and the underlying substrate.