Tetrapod Quantum Dot Stress Probes (IMAGE)

DOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

Tetrapod Quantum Dot Stress Probes

Caption

Fluorescent tetrapod quantum dots or tQDs (brown) serve as stress probes that allow precise measurement of polymer fiber tensile strength with minimal impact on mechanical properties. Inserts show relaxed tQDs (upper) and stressed tQDs (lower).

Credit

(Image courtesy of Alivisatos group)

Usage Restrictions

None

License

Licensed content

Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.