Nanoindentation of Brittle Solids*

Understanding the Basics of Nanoindentation and Why It Is Important

Contact damage induced brittle fracture is a common problem in the field of brittle solids. In the case of both glass and ceramics—and as it relates to both natural and artificial bio-materials—it has triggered the need for improved fabrication technology and new product development in the industry.

The Nanoindentation Technique Is Especially Dedicated to Brittle Materials

Nanoindentation of Brittle Solids

• Discusses nanoindentation data analysis methods and various nanoindentation techniques
• Includes nanoindentation results from the authors’ recent research on natural biomaterials like tooth, bone, and fish scale materials
• Considers the nanoindentation response if contact is made too quickly in glass
• Explores energy issues related to the nanoindentation of glass
• Describes the nanoindentation response of a coarse grain alumina
• Examines nanoindentation on microplasma sprayed hydroxyapatite coatings

Nanoindentation of Brittle Solids