The study of nanoscale crystals and structures has intensified as their often unique properties find application in new materials and devices 3,4,5,6. Traditional non-destructive methods such as ...
Elastic strain plays a crucial role in the structural organization of crystalline specimens. Examples are the formation of nanodots in semiconductors, dislocation structures in deformed metals and the ...
Compared to traditional structural materials, polymer matrix composites (PMC) offer greatly enhanced performance and flexibility. However, these benefits come at the cost of increased material ...