Resonant Oscillators with Carbon-Nanotube Torsion Springs

UNCG Author/Contributor (non-UNCG co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
Adam Hall, Assistant Professor (Creator)
Institution
The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG )
Web Site: http://library.uncg.edu/

Abstract: We report on the characterization of nanometer-scale resonators. Each device incorporates one multiwalled carbon nanotube (MWNT) as a torsional spring. The devices are actuated electrostatically, and their deflections, both low frequency and on resonance, are detected optically. These are some of the smallest electromechanical devices ever created and are a demonstration of practical integrated MWNT-based oscillators. The results also show surprising intershell mechanical coupling behavior in the MWNTs.

Additional Information

Publication
Physical Review Letters
Language: English
Date: 2004
Keywords
Nanoscience, Nanotechnology, Nanotubes

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