Several types of mechanical gauges are employed in nanotechnology, each with specific functions:
Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM): Used to measure surface roughness, mechanical properties, and forces at the nanoscale. Nanoindentation: Utilized for measuring hardness, elastic modulus, and other mechanical properties of nanomaterials. Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) Gauges: Employed to measure pressure, force, and displacement with high sensitivity. Piezoelectric Gauges: Used for measuring small forces and displacements by converting mechanical stress into electrical signals.
