Nanomechanics And Nanophotonics

This chapter covers the unique mechanical and optical properties of materials at the nanoscale, exploring their implications in technology and applications.

Mechanical Properties At The Nanoscale

At the nanoscale, materials exhibit unique mechanical properties that differ from bulk materials due to factors like surface effects and quantum confinement.

Elasticity

Elasticity at the nanoscale refers to the ability of materials to return to their original shape post-deformation, exhibiting unique mechanical properties due to their nanoscale characteristics.

Hardness

Hardness at the nanoscale refers to materials' increased resistance to deformation due to unique properties, such as reduced grain sizes and engineered composites.

Deformation

Deformation at the nanoscale involves unique mechanical behaviors influenced by atomistic mechanisms and limited dislocation motion.

Measurement Techniques

Measurement techniques at the nanoscale include nanoindentation, AFM, and in-situ TEM, each providing insights into the mechanical properties of materials.

Light-Matter Interactions At The Nanoscale

This section explores the unique ways light interacts with materials at the nanoscale, leading to extraordinary optical phenomena.

Absorption And Scattering

This section discusses how nanoparticles uniquely absorb and scatter light, influenced by their size, shape, and material composition.

Confinement Of Light

This section explores how light can be confined within nanostructures, leading to enhanced electromagnetic fields and innovative applications.

Plasmonics

Plasmonics is the study of plasmons, quantized oscillations of free electrons in metals, and their applications in enhancing electromagnetic fields and enabling innovative technologies.

Surface Plasmon Resonance (Spr)

Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) is a technique that relies on the interaction of light with electrons at a metal-dielectric interface, enhancing electromagnetic fields and enabling sensitive biosensing applications.

Localized Surface Plasmons (Lsps)

Localized Surface Plasmons (LSPs) are collective oscillations of electrons in nanoparticles that exhibit unique optical properties and have important applications in fields such as biosensing and photothermal therapy.

Applications

This section explores the real-world applications of nanomechanics and nanophotonics in various fields, emphasizing their impact on technology and science.

Quantum Dots

Quantum dots are nanometer-sized semiconductor particles with unique optical properties.

Key Features

This section highlights the defining characteristics of quantum dots, emphasizing their unique structural and electronic properties.

Applications

This section discusses real-world applications of nanomechanics and nanophotonics, highlighting their impact on various industries.

Photonic Crystals

Photonic crystals are materials that manipulate light through periodic variations in refractive index, creating photonic band gaps.

Principles

This section covers the foundational principles of nanomechanics and nanophotonics, emphasizing unique material behaviors at the nanoscale.

Types

This section discusses the types of photonic crystals, their principles, and their applications in manipulating light.

Applications

This section explores the various real-world applications of nanomechanics and nanophotonics, highlighting significant advancements in technology and medicine.

Real-World Applications Of Nanomechanics And Nanophotonics

This section discusses the practical applications of nanomechanics and nanophotonics in various fields, such as medical devices, electronics, security, and communication.