Abstract
Nanoindentation is usually used to investigate local elastic properties and hardness of materials. In this paper, the nanoindenter served as a loading tool to perform micro scale bending tests and measure the global response of micro-scale specimens. For testing, cement paste cantilever beams with a square cross-section of 300 μm × 300 μm were fabricated using a micro dicing saw. Monotonic, cyclic and sustained loading bending tests were conducted on the beams using the nanoindenter. The load-deflection behaviours of micro-cantilever beams subjected to various loading conditions are presented in this paper. The interpretation of experimental results regarding the measured deflection of beam is discussed. With this micro-scale test method, the fracture strength as well as time-dependent responses of cement paste at the micrometre level can be assessed in a straightforward manner.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Fracture Mechanics of Concrete and Concrete Structures |
Editors | G. Pijaudier-Cabot, P. Grassl, C. La Borderie |
Number of pages | 6 |
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Publication status | Published - 2019 |
Event | 10th International Conference on Fracture Mechanics of Concrete and Concrete Structures: FraMCoS-X - Bayonne, France Duration: 24 Jun 2019 → 26 Jun 2019 https://framcos-x.sciencesconf.org/ |
Conference
Conference | 10th International Conference on Fracture Mechanics of Concrete and Concrete Structures |
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Abbreviated title | FraMCoS-X |
Country/Territory | France |
City | Bayonne |
Period | 24/06/19 → 26/06/19 |
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Keywords
- Cement paste
- Micro-scale test
- Micromechanics