Investigating the effect of nitrogen doping on the buckling process of carbon nanotubes using non-equilibrium molecular dynamics simulation

Key Points

• Nitrogen doping significantly influences the buckling process of carbon nanotubes, altering their structural stability.
• The simulation shows that varying nitrogen concentrations affects critical buckling loads and the overall mechanical behavior of the nanotubes.
• Non-equilibrium molecular dynamics simulation offers detailed insights into the interactions within carbon nanotubes during the buckling process.
• Findings suggest potential enhancements in the mechanical properties of carbon nanotubes through tailored nitrogen doping strategies.