Mechanical Properties of Machined Nanostructures

"Three-dimensional molecular dynamics simulations have been carried out to predict the mechanical properties of a single crystalline copper with different scratching depths and no defects by embedded-atom method potential respectively. The mechanical properties for nanostructure with no defects and machined groove are investigated by various strain rates, scratched depths and scratching directions. Through the visualization technique of atomic coordination number, the onset and movement of defects in workpiece such as dislocations are analyzed under tensile loads. Work-harden formation, recrystallization behavior and the properties of rupturing process of nanostructure are exhibited at the atomic view. The relation between stress and the onset and evolvement of defects in specimen is analyzed for fundamental understanding the mechanical properties of nanostructure."