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Nanoindentation

  • Provides insight on major advances in theoretical understanding of nanoindentation from the last six years
  • Expands on applications by including material sourced directly from major players in the field
  • Presents the theory and practical knowledge required for work with a nanoindentation instrument, while providing detailed accounts of how they work and their limitations
  • Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

Part of the book series: Mechanical Engineering Series (MES)

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Table of contents (13 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages 1-1
  2. Contact Mechanics

    • Anthony C. Fischer-Cripps
    Pages 1-19
  3. Nanoindentation Testing

    • Anthony C. Fischer-Cripps
    Pages 21-37
  4. Analysis of Nanoindentation Test Data

    • Anthony C. Fischer-Cripps
    Pages 39-75
  5. Factors Affecting Nanoindentation Test Data

    • Anthony C. Fischer-Cripps
    Pages 77-104
  6. Simulation of Nanoindentation Test Data

    • Anthony C. Fischer-Cripps
    Pages 105-117
  7. Scaling Relationships in Nanoindentation

    • Anthony C. Fischer-Cripps
    Pages 119-123
  8. Time-dependent Nanoindentation

    • Anthony C. Fischer-Cripps
    Pages 125-145
  9. Nanoindentation of Thin Films and Small Volumes of Materials

    • Anthony C. Fischer-Cripps
    Pages 147-161
  10. Other Techniques in Nanoindentation

    • Anthony C. Fischer-Cripps
    Pages 163-180
  11. Nanoindentation Test Standards

    • Anthony C. Fischer-Cripps
    Pages 181-198
  12. Nanoindentation Instrumentation

    • Anthony C. Fischer-Cripps
    Pages 199-211
  13. Applications of Nanoindentation

    • Anthony C. Fischer-Cripps
    Pages 213-233
  14. Appendices 1–7

    • Anthony C. Fischer-Cripps
    Pages 235-276
  15. Back Matter

    Pages 271-271

About this book

Nanoindentation, Third Edition gives a detailed account of the most up-to-date research in this important field of materials testing. As in previous editions, extensive theoretical treatments are provided and explained in a clear and consistent manner that will satisfy both experienced and novice scientists and engineers. Additionally, numerous examples of the applications of the technique are provided directly from manufacturers of nanoindentation instruments. A helpful series of appendices provides essential reference information that includes a list of frequently asked questions.

The new edition has been restructured to provide results of the latest research and developments in the field of mechanical testing while retaining the essential background and introductory, but authoritative nature, of the previous editions. The new edition also expands on the instrumentation and applications chapters by including material sourced direct from the instrument manufacturers in this field.

Aimed at graduate student level, this book is designed to fill a need associated with the use of nanoindentation as a quantitative test method for mechanical properties of small volumes of materials.

Authors and Affiliations

  • Fischer-Cripps Laboratories Pty Ltd., Killarney Heights, Australia

    Anthony C. Fischer-Cripps

About the author

Tony Fischer-Cripps has been teaching undergraduate students in Physics and Electronics since 1985. He first studied Automotive Engineering at Technical College, then went on to do an Applied Physics degree course at the University of Technology, Sydney and finally, undertook a PhD at the University of Sydney. Dr Fischer-Cripps spent two years working at the National Bureau of Standards in the United States before returning to Australia in 1996 to take up a teaching position at the University of Technology, Sydney. Dr Fischer-Cripps then headed the surface mechanics group at the CSIRO Division of Industrial Physics for 6 years before managing his own nanoindentation instrument company in 2005.

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eBook USD 189.00
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Softcover Book USD 249.99
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Hardcover Book USD 249.99
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