Published online by Cambridge University Press: 10 February 2011
Photo-sensitive SrBi2Ta2O9 (SBT) solutions were evaluated and the patterning process flow for SBT films using the solutions was optimized. By adding a soft-bake process before UVirradiation, self-patterned SBT films were successfully prepared from the solutions and the cross sectional shape of the patterned films was improved. The photo-sensitivity of the solutions was estimated to be 900 mJ/cm2. The photo-reaction in the precursor gel film formed from the solution was traced by measuring IR absorption spectra. The obtained films had excellent ferroelectric properties comparable to conventional SBT films.