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Quantitative Measurements of Elastic and Viscoelastic Properties
30 Oct 2018Quantitatively characterizing nanomechanical properties has always been a holy grail for atomic force microscopy. This application note discusses some of the industry’s previous attempts at quantitative nanomechanical measurement, and introduces a method of performing contact resonance that overcomes many of the previous hurdles of the technique. Implementation, operation, and application examples of FASTForce Volume CR (contact resonance) are discussed, showing that the technique offers a fast, accessible, and easy-to-use means for quantitative characterization of elastic and viscoelastic properties.
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Mechanical TestingMechanical testing explores the elastic and inelastic nature of a material when force is applied. A mechanical test shows whether a material is suitable for its intended application by measuring hardness, tensile strength, elongation, elasticity, and fatigue limit.Quantitative AnalysesQuantitative analyses involve measuring the amount or concentration of a substance in a sample using analytical techniques. These analyses are essential in fields like chemistry, biology, and environmental science. Explore quantitative analysis tools in our peer-reviewed product directory; compare products, check reviews, and get pricing directly from manufacturers.Electron Magnetic ResonanceAFM