What is it about?
This tutorial type paper describes the use of the atomic force microscope (AFM), normally used for high-resolution imaging, for obtaining quantitative material properties such as stiffness and adhesion.
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Why is it important?
This paper is the 4th in a short series of tutorial papers concerning the practical aspects of AFM aimed at readers with little prior knowledge about the technique. Papers 1 to 3, referenced in the 4th article, focus on imaging, surface roughness and friction, respectively. They should be especially suited for those engaged in surface engineering.
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Dr James R Smith
University of Portsmouth
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This page is a summary of: AFM in surface finishing: Part IV. Force–distance curves, Transactions of the IMF, April 2005, Taylor & Francis,
DOI: 10.1179/002029605x38979.
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