Despite its importance, surface imaging at the nanoscale presents several challenges:
- Resolution: Achieving high resolution is critical but can be difficult due to limitations in the imaging techniques and the instrumentation. - Sample Preparation: Preparing samples for imaging without altering their properties is a challenging task. - Environmental Conditions: Maintaining the environmental conditions, such as temperature and humidity, is crucial for accurate imaging. - Data Interpretation: Interpreting the vast amount of data generated by these techniques requires expertise and sophisticated analysis tools.
