Mechanical Properties of Diamond Films and Related Materials
Abstract
A brief review of the significant mechanical properties of diamond films is given. Current values for strength, hardness, Young&s;s modulus and where possible for fracture toughness of diamond and DLC films have been tabulated.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Diamond and Carbon-based Materials Research
Metal and Thin Film Mechanics
Boron and Carbon Nanomaterials Research
Publication details
- Journal / source
- CRC Press eBooks
- Pages
- 281–296
- Publication date
- 2 February 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter