Mechanical Behaviors of Carbon Nanotubes. Theoretical and Numerical Approaches. A volume in Micro and Nano Technologies

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Mechanical Behaviors of Carbon Nanotubes: Theoretical and Numerical Approaches presents various theoretical and numerical studies on mechanical behaviors of carbon nanotubes. The main theoretical aspects included in the book contain classical molecular dynamics simulation, atomistic-continuum theory, atomic finite element method, continuum plate, nonlocal continuum plate, and shell models. Detailed coverage is also given to structural and elastic properties, trace of large deformation, buckling and post-buckling behaviors, fracture, vibration characteristics, wave propagation, and the most promising engineering applications. This book not only illustrates the theoretical and numerical methods for analyzing the mechanical behavior of carbon nanotubes, but also contains computational results from experiments that have already taken place. Content: Front-matter,Copyright,PrefaceEntitled to full textChapter 1 - Introduction, Pages 1-22 Chapter 2 - Experimental Aspect, Pages 23-47 Chapter 3 - Classical Molecular Dynamics Simulations, Pages 49-139 Chapter 4 - Atomistic-Continuum Theory, Pages 141-248 Chapter 5 - Atomic Finite Element Method and Coupling With Atomistic-Continuum Method, Pages 249-259 Chapter 6 - Continuum Models, Pages 261-299 Chapter 7 - Nonlocal Elasticity Theories, Pages 301-334 Chapter 8 - Technologically Relevant Applications, Pages 335-386 Chapter 9 - 2-D Graphene and White Graphene, Pages 387-410 Chapter 10 - Arrangements of Carbon-Based Structures, Pages 411-442 Index, Pages 443-449