Several factors contribute to stiction in nanotechnology:
Van der Waals Forces: These are weak intermolecular forces that become significant at the nanoscale. Electrostatic Forces: Charge imbalances can cause attractive forces between components. Capillary Forces: The presence of a liquid film, often from humidity, can create meniscus forces that pull surfaces together. Surface Roughness: At the nanoscale, even slight roughness can increase contact area, enhancing stiction.
