Prediction for the Flexural Properties of Nanowires in Lateral Manipulation

Figure 1

Schematic of the lateral manipulation. (a) A beam with a free end. (b) The initial contact between the tip and NW. (c) The bending deformation of NW. (d) The separation of the tip. (e) The cross-section of NW.

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