Buckling of 2D nano hetero-structures with moire patterns

Chandra, Y., Saavedra Flores, E.I. and Adhikari, S. (2020) Buckling of 2D nano hetero-structures with moire patterns. Computational Materials Science, 177, 109507. (doi: 10.1016/j.commatsci.2019.109507)

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Abstract

Moire pattern arises from the lattice mismatch between two different nanosheets. The discovery of the Moire pattern has resulted in breakthrough properties in 2D carbon-based nanostructures such as graphene. Here we investigate the impact of a Moire pattern on mechanical properties of bi-layer 2D nanosheets. In particular, buckling instability of 2D carbon-based nano hetero-structures is investigated using atomistic finite element approaches. Nano hetero-structures considered are graphene-hBN (hexagonal Boron Nitride) and graphene-MoS2 (Molybdenum disulphide). Bilayer graphene has also been considered in the buckling analysis, by orienting the individual sheets at moire angle. Atomistic simulation methodology uses elastic beams to represent intra-sheet atomic bonds and elastic springs to represent inter-sheet atomic interactions. The influence of different boundary conditions and sheet length on the buckling of nano hetero-structures has been investigated. The bridged nano hetero-structures are found be displaying higher buckling strength as compared to cantilever sheets.

Item Type:Articles
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Adhikari, Professor Sondipon
Authors: Chandra, Y., Saavedra Flores, E.I., and Adhikari, S.
College/School:College of Science and Engineering > School of Engineering > Infrastructure and Environment
Journal Name:Computational Materials Science
Publisher:Elsevier
ISSN:0927-0256
ISSN (Online):1879-0801
Published Online:08 February 2020
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