Nanomanipulation of Single Nanoparticle Using a Carbon Nanotube Probe in a Scanning Electron Microscope

Abstract

A novel method is presented for manipulation of a single nanoparticle using a carbon nanotube probe in a scanning electron microscope chamber. Nanomanipulation was achieved without dependence on the conductivity of the nanoparticle. In order to demonstrate the effectiveness of this technique, insulative Fe2O3 and conductive Fe3O4 were arranged on a nanogap junction for measurement of the electrical conductivity. The result clearly showed the difference between the resistance of the two iron oxides. It is considered that this technique could be a milestone in the measurement of the physical properties of nanomaterials.