INTRODUCTION
Thin film technologies continue to evolve and their use is broadening. In fact, with the growing
need for component and assembly miniaturization, well established thick film processes are rapidly
approaching their technological limits. As a result, more and more manufacturers of electronic,
mechanical, chemical, optical and energy supply devices now are considering replacing conventional
thick film processes with thin film technologies to manufacture smaller components and parts. In
addition, thin film technology allows the creation of new families of products, modifying and
enhancing the properties of bulk material by deposition of a top thin layer having different
composition and morphology.
This BCC study supplies an updated review of the technologies used in the fabrication of thin
film devices, outlines the various applications of these technologies, identifies the most common
raw materials used for each thin film deposition process and evaluates worldwide markets for thin
film raw materials. The report also assesses the thin film industry痴 growth potential over a
five-year period through 2009. Particular focus is placed on investigating emerging thin film
technologies, applications and materials, and the way they will affect the market. The result is a
comprehensive market analysis of the thin film industry at the present time and an outline of its
future direction.
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