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Simulation of lattice strain due to CNT-metal interface

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Author(s)

Alexander Y. Smolyanitsky, Vinod K. Tewary

Abstract

We report an atomistic molecular statics study of strains in single wall carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) interfaced with a planar nickel surface. We calculate axial and radial strain distributions along the SWCNT axis. We demonstrate strains of up to 2% extending over a distance of ~10nm away from the interface. This indicates a possible effect on the CNT-metal contact electrical resistance via local strain-induced modification in the SWCNT electron energy band structure.
Citation
Applied Physics Letters
Pub Type
Journals

Keywords

carbon nanotube, strain, nickel nanotube interface, simulation, interconnect, molecular dynamics
Nanotechnology and Nanomaterials

Citation

Smolyanitsky, A. and Tewary, V. (2011), Simulation of lattice strain due to CNT-metal interface, Applied Physics Letters (Accessed March 14, 2025)

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Created January 17, 2011, Updated February 19, 2017