This document discusses the effect of nano-particle size on mechanical properties such as elastic modulus, hardness, strength, fatigue, and creep. It finds that elastic modulus is generally unaffected by nano-particle size, while hardness and strength increase with decreasing size due to grain boundary strengthening. Fatigue life and crack propagation rates improve by incorporating nano-particles, which reduce crack initiation and growth. Creep resistance is also enhanced in nano-composites due to restrictions on molecular chain movement. Overall, nano-materials exhibit enhanced mechanical properties compared to conventional materials due to their small grain sizes and interfacial interactions.
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