Abstract: In this article we review recent advances in experimental techniques for the mechanical characterization of materials and structures at various length scales with an emphasis in the submicron- ...

Abstract: The present paper introduces a variable sensitivity displacement interferometer (VSDI) used to monitor both normal and in-plane particle displacements in wave propagation experiments. The general ...

Abstract: In this paper, a nonlinear theory applicable to the design of nanotube based devices is presented. The role of finite kinematics for a doubly clamped nanotube device is investigated. In ...

Abstract: Understanding high speed machining processes requires knowledge of the dynamic friction response at the tool-workpiece interface, the high strain rate response of the workpiece material and its ...