Figure 3From: Generation of disk-like domains with nanometer scale thickness in merocyanine dye LB film induced by hydrothermal treatmentThe procedure of the hydrothermal treatment (HTT). An aluminum tube (ca. 20 mm in diameter and 150 mm long) was first filled with pure water of 2 mL. The LB sample was put in the tube using a spacer to prevent direct contact of the sample with the water. Finally, the tube was closed by a screw lid using a Teflon tape and immersed in a water bath kept at 80°C.Back to article page