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Localized Mechanical Property Measurement
Localized Mechanical Property Measurement
Nanoindentation is used to measure hardness and elastic modulus at micro- to nanoscale resolution. It enables evaluation of mechanical property variations in thin films, coatings, and small-volume materials.
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Mechanical Property Mapping of Combinatorial Thin-Film Libraries
Mechanical Property Mapping of Combinatorial Thin-Film Libraries
I used nanoindentation to measure hardness and elastic modulus across composition-gradient thin films, enabling rapid correlation between composition and mechanical performance. Continuous stiffness measurement was employed to obtain reliable property data while minimizing substrate effects, allowing direct comparison of equiatomic and non-equiatomic alloy compositions.
Scale-Bridging Mechanical Validation in Thin Films and Bulk Alloys
Scale-Bridging Mechanical Validation in Thin Films and Bulk Alloys
I applied nanoindentation to both thin-film and bulk alloy samples to validate trends observed during combinatorial screening. Consistent testing protocols enabled direct comparison of mechanical properties across length scales, supporting assessment of composition-driven strengthening mechanisms and thermal stability.
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