Multiscale Simulation of Indentation, Retraction and Fracture Processes of Nanocontact

<p>Abstract</p> <p>The process of nanocontact including indentation and retraction between a large Ni tip and a Cu substrate is investigated using quasicontinuum (QC) method. The multiscale model reveals that significant plastic deformation occurs during the process of nanocontact...

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Main Authors: Mei Jifa, Li Junwan, Ni Yushan, Wang Huatao
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2010-01-01
Series:Nanoscale Research Letters
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11671-010-9533-1