Laser-induced electrochemical deposition of metals on metals relies possibly on thermal and defect generation effects. When semiconductor substrates are chosen, locally photogenerated electrons can reduce metal ions resulting in metallic surface structures. Laser-induced electrochemical de- and repassivation investigations can support in-situ corrosion research studies.
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