How Does Thermal Instability Affect Nanomaterials?
Thermal instability can lead to several issues in nanomaterials, including:
Phase transformation: Alterations in the crystalline structure due to temperature changes can affect the material's properties. Oxidation: Increased reactivity at higher temperatures can lead to the oxidation of nanomaterials, affecting their electrical and mechanical properties. Coarsening: Nanoparticles may aggregate or grow in size, leading to a loss of the unique properties that are characteristic of nanoscale materials. Thermal expansion: Differences in thermal expansion coefficients between nanomaterials and their substrates can induce stress and lead to material failure.
