Nanomechanics Track Summary NNI Instrumentation and Metrology Grand Challenge Workshop January 29, 2004

XXX Scope  Nanotribology  Nanoindentation  Scan Probe Microscopy (SPM )

XXX Grand Challenges  Standardization and calibration  Modeling of nanomechanical experiments  Integration of multiple techniques  Instrument development for nanomechanics  High throughput, automated nanomechanics measurements  Experimentation/testing under real application conditions

XXX Standardization and Calibration  Vision: global standards that include -Primary calibration -Use of artifacts -Standard test methods -Standard data analysis methods  Barriers -International collaboration -Machine-independent standards -Understanding surface forces and contact mechanics at the nanoscale  Impacts -Comparable data enables global synergy in R&D

XXX Modeling of Nanomechanical Experiments  Vision: Develop a quantitative connection between mechanical measurements at the nanoscale and relevant material properties  Barriers -Intelligent data storage and mining -Ability to manufacture and characterize samples, fixtures… -Accuracy and traceability for all experiments -Lack of interaction between theorists and experimentalists  Impacts -Modeling is critical to understanding the meaning of mechanical properties at the nanoscale

XXX Integration of Multiple Techniques  Vision: Integrated, multifunctional nanomechanical instruments  Barriers -Spatial resolution -Synchronization and interfacing -Data acquisition and processing analysis  Impacts -Comprehensive and efficient information -Accelerate time-to-market cycles for new products

XXX Instrument Development for Nanomechanics  Vision: High throughput, high spatial resolution, high stability, quantitative measurements  Barriers -Tip shape control -Lateral and vertical force calibration -Lack of standards -Precision of positioning -Environmental capabilities  Impacts -New product development

XXX High Throughput, Automated Nanomechanics Measurements  Vision: Automated metrology platform that enables integrated, rapid nanomechanical measurements and analysis  Barriers -Sample preparation -Calibration -Analysis/testing schemes  Impacts -Acceleration of new materials development and manufacturing controls

XXX Experimentation/Testing Under Real Application Conditions  Vision: Test specimens, platforms and testing techniques that enable measurement of real application environments and length scales  Barriers -Real area of contact -Surface treatment -Application-compatible materials -Real-time measurement capabilities -Subelement specific testing  Impacts -Confidence in long term behavior of new products