How are Mechanical Properties Measured at the Nanoscale?
Measuring mechanical properties at the nanoscale requires specialized techniques. Some of the commonly used methods include:
- Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM): AFM can be employed to measure the mechanical properties by applying forces with a nanoscale probe. - Nanoindentation: This technique involves pressing a hard, sharp tip into the surface of a material to measure hardness and elastic modulus. - Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM): TEM can be used to observe the deformation and failure mechanisms in nanomaterials.
