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Three Dimensions and Implications of Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) Technology Evolution: Focusing on the Case of Park Systems Corp.

Jeong Hyeon Lee1 · Sang Gil Jeon1

1 Hanyang University

Published: January 2025 · Vol. 29, No. 1 · pp. 31-61

DOI: https://doi.org/10.17287/kbr.2025.29.1.31

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The purpose of this study is, first, to identify the unique competitive advantage that allowed domestic venture companies to lead the market despite entering the industry as latecomers. Secondly, it is to inductively examine what technical efforts and countermeasures are necessary for technology venture companies to grow in the future. After conducting an in-depth analysis of the entire dynamic process of corporate commercialization, the method proceeded by analyzing the corporate technology innovation process to identify the key elements of technological innovation. According to the case analysis, the main reason the company was able to dominate the global market was its ‘technological prowess.’ It was confirmed that the company has continuously engaged in research and development for technological innovation even in the face of internal and external crises. And it was confirmed that the AFM technological innovation focused on the development of key elements (accuracy, visualization, speed, throughput, automation, compatibility). This key element has driven the evolution of AFM technology in three dimensions: measurement capability, processing capability, and convenience. Companies can design business strategies and product development strategies by leveraging the three dimensions of AFM technology evolution to combine their technology portfolio with a multidimensional technology evolution model. Additionally, the results of the corporate analysis highlighted the importance of establishing a virtuous cycle of technological innovation through continuous research and development, the development of solutions that meet industry demands, and collaboration with leading companies, thereby providing direction for the formulation of growth strategies.
Keywords: 기술 진화나노계측장비반도체 장비 산업원자현미경(Atomic Force MicroscopyAFM)파크시스템스(Park Systems)