What are Some Key Challenges in Applying Continuum Mechanics to Nanotechnology?
Key challenges include accurately representing atomic-scale phenomena within a continuum framework, integrating continuum mechanics with other modeling techniques, and addressing size-dependent effects that become significant at the nanoscale. Additionally, ensuring that continuum models can handle the unique properties of nano-materials, such as high surface-to-volume ratios and quantum mechanical effects, is crucial for their successful application.
