Precision laser metallization

A process for providing precision deposits (3) of metal films unto a working substrate (5) by transmitting an ultrafast laser pulse thorough a transparent target substrate (6) whose lower surface supports a metal film (7). Rapid laser heating produces pressure that propels vaporized metal unto the working substrate whereupon the metal vapor rapidly resolidifies on a dimension substantially equal to the ultrafast laser's focal spot size.

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