Development of an equation to predict radial modulus of elasticity for single-walled carbon nanotubes

作者：Sakhaee Pour A^*; Ahmadian M T; Gerami A

来源：Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers - Part C: Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science , 2008, 222(6): 1109-1115.

DOI：10.1243/09544062JMES751

• single-walled carbon nanotubes
• mechanical properties
• finite element method

Finite element (FE) method is used to model radial deformation of single-walled carbon nanotube (SWCNT) under hydrostatic pressure. Elastic deformation of the nanostructure is simulated via elastic beams. Properties of the beam element are calculated by considering the stiffness of the covalent bonds between the carbon atoms in the hexagonal lattice. By applying the beam elements in a three-dimensional space, elastic properties of the SWCNT in transverse direction are obtained. In this regard, influences of diameter and tube wall thickness on the radial and circumferential elastic moduli of zigzag and armchair SWCNTs are considered. It is observed that there is a good agreement between the FE results and data available in the literatures. The FE data are employed to develop a predictive equation through a statistical non-linear regression model.

• 出版日期2008-6