Roman C., Ciontu F., Courtois B.
Tima Laboratory, FR
Keywords: actin polymerization, atomic force microscopy, carbon nanotubes, cell membranes, force sensor, Green functions, molecular dynamics, multi-terminal conductance, nanotechnology
We propose and validate through atomistic modeling and simulation a novel carbon nanotube-based sensor for measuring forces in the pico-Newton range, distributed over lengths ranging from nano-meters up to micro-meters. The mechanical behavior is modeled with molecular dynamics while the electrical transport phenomena are tackled with a Green’s function-based technique. The modeled device proves its fitness for biological force measurements, although it can be easily adapted in the future to produce next-generation lateral force microscopes.
Journal: TechConnect Briefs
Volume: 3, Technical Proceedings of the 2004 NSTI Nanotechnology Conference and Trade Show, Volume 3
Published: March 7, 2004
Pages: 95 - 98
Industry sector: Advanced Materials & Manufacturing
Topic: Informatics, Modeling & Simulation
ISBN: 0-9728422-9-2