Issue 13, 2024

Frictional behavior of one-dimensional materials: an experimental perspective

Abstract

The frictional behavior of one-dimensional (1D) materials, including nanotubes, nanowires, and nanofibers, significantly influences the efficient fabrication, functionality, and reliability of innovative devices integrating 1D components. Such devices comprise piezoelectric and triboelectric nanogenerators, biosensing and implantable devices, along with biomimetic adhesives based on 1D arrays. This review compiles and critically assesses recent experimental techniques for exploring the frictional behavior of 1D materials. Specifically, it underscores various measurement methods and technologies employing atomic force microscopy, electron microscopy, and optical microscopy nanomanipulation. The emphasis is on their primary applications and challenges in measuring and characterizing the frictional behavior of 1D materials. Additionally, we discuss key accomplishments over the past two decades in comprehending the frictional behaviors of 1D materials, with a focus on factors such as materials combination, interface roughness, environmental humidity, and non-uniformity. Finally, we offer a brief perspective on ongoing challenges and future directions, encompassing the systematic investigation of the testing environment and conditions, as well as the modification of surface friction through surface alterations.

Graphical abstract: Frictional behavior of one-dimensional materials: an experimental perspective

Article information

Article type
Review Article
Submitted
15 Jan 2024
Accepted
08 May 2024
First published
09 May 2024
This article is Open Access
Creative Commons BY-NC license

Nanoscale Adv., 2024,6, 3251-3284

Frictional behavior of one-dimensional materials: an experimental perspective

T. Yibibulla, L. Hou, J. L. Mead, H. Huang, S. Fatikow and S. Wang, Nanoscale Adv., 2024, 6, 3251 DOI: 10.1039/D4NA00039K

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