The elastic behavior of nanoparticles depends strongly on particle shape, size, and
crystallographic orientation. Many prior investigations have characterized the elastic …

We use molecular dynamics (MD) simulations to deform single crystal spherical carbon
nanoparticles (NP), 4–45 nm diameter, with a hard, flat indenter, compressing along the …

This work focuses on the mechanical response of cubic-diamond nanoparticles of several
sizes when subjected to a planar indenter. Three sequential stages were considered, ie …

It is now well established that materials are stronger when their dimensions are reduced to
the submicron scale. However, what happens at dimensions such as a few tens of …

The mechanical behavior of nanoparticles governs their performance and stability in many
applications. However, the small sizes of technologically relevant nanoparticles, with …

Aluminum oxide (α-Al 2 O 3) is known as one of the major ceramic oxide and is currently
used for its advanced mechanical properties. Nowadays, it requires a more in-depth …

Nosocomial infections, a prevalent issue in intensive care units due to antibiotic overuse,
could potentially be addressed by metal oxide nanoparticles (NPs). However, there is still no …

In the search for new mechanisms to improve and control the mechanical properties of
nanostructures, the idea of tuning the strength through composition is appealing because of …

The mechanical properties of endofullerenes have been investigated by performing
compression tests using finite temperature first principles molecular dynamics calculations …

The influence of surface roughness on the mechanics of Au-faceted nanoparticles under
compression is investigated using molecular dynamics simulations. Results show an …