Making and Exploiting Fullerenes, Graphene, and Carbon Nanotubes

Making and Exploiting Fullerenes, Graphene, and Carbon Nanotubes
Author: Massimo Marcaccio
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 274
Release: 2014-08-12
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3642550835

The series Topics in Current Chemistry presents critical reviews of the present and future trends in modern chemical research. The scope of coverage is all areas of chemical science including the interfaces with related disciplines such as biology, medicine and materials science. The goal of each thematic volume is to give the non-specialist reader, whether in academia or industry, a comprehensive insight into an area where new research is emerging which is of interest to a larger scientific audience. Each review within the volume critically surveys one aspect of that topic and places it within the context of the volume as a whole. The most significant developments of the last 5 to 10 years are presented using selected examples to illustrate the principles discussed. The coverage is not intended to be an exhaustive summary of the field or include large quantities of data, but should rather be conceptual, concentrating on the methodological thinking that will allow the non-specialist reader to understand the information presented. Contributions also offer an outlook on potential future developments in the field. Review articles for the individual volumes are invited by the volume editors. Readership: research chemists at universities or in industry, graduate students.

Carbon Nanotubes and Graphene

Carbon Nanotubes and Graphene
Author: Kazuyoshi Tanaka
Publisher: Newnes
Total Pages: 458
Release: 2014-07-10
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0080982689

Carbon Nanotubes and Graphene is a timely second edition of the original Science and Technology of Carbon Nanotubes. Updated to include expanded coverage of the preparation, purification, structural characterization, and common application areas of single- and multi-walled CNT structures, this work compares, contrasts, and, where appropriate, unitizes CNT to graphene. This much expanded second edition reference supports knowledge discovery, production of impactful carbon research, encourages transition between research fields, and aids the formation of emergent applications. New chapters encompass recent developments in the theoretical treatments of electronic and vibrational structures, and magnetic, optical, and electrical solid-state properties, providing a vital base to research. Current and potential applications of both materials, including the prospect for large-scale synthesis of graphene, biological structures, and flexible electronics, are also critically discussed. Updated discussion of properties, structure, and morphology of biological and flexible electronic applications aids fundamental knowledge discovery Innovative parallel focus on nanotubes and graphene enables you to learn from the successes and failures of, respectively, mature and emergent partner research disciplines High-quality figures and tables on physical and mathematical applications expertly summarize key information – essential if you need quick, critically relevant data

Fragments of Fullerenes and Carbon Nanotubes

Fragments of Fullerenes and Carbon Nanotubes
Author: Marina A. Petrukhina
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 432
Release: 2011-11-01
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9781118011256

This book is the first of its kind to reflect upon the intense and rapidly growing interest in open geodesic polyaromatic molecules, specifically focusing on their synthesis and reactivity in metal binding reactions. The book broadly covers all aspects related to the fullerene fragment chemistry: current synthetic techniques, description of the available members of this new family (which has grown to more than two dozens members, with none being available commercially), molecular geometry and trends in the solid state packing, as well as extensions into physical properties and new buckybowl-based molecules and materials. It covers fundamental research related to a new class of hydrocarbons, namely open geodesic polyarenes that map onto the surfaces of fullerenes (and referred to as fullerene fragments or buckybowls.

Science of Fullerenes and Carbon Nanotubes

Science of Fullerenes and Carbon Nanotubes
Author: M. S. Dresselhaus
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 985
Release: 1996-03-20
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0080540775

The discovery of fullerenes (also known as buckyballs) has generated tremendous excitement and opened up a new field of carbon chemistry. As the first book available on this topic, this volume will be a landmark reference in the field. Because buckyballs are essentially closed hollow cages made up of carbon atoms, they can be manipulated in a variety of ways to yield never-before-seen materials. The balls can, for instance, be doped with atoms or pulled out into tubules and filled with lead to provide properties of high-temperature superconductivity. Researchers can now create their own buckyballs in a process that is almost as simple as making soot, making this research as inexpensive as it is exotic (which has doubtless contributed to its popularity). Researchers anticipate that fullerenes will offer boundless opportunities in the development of new products, drugs and materials. Science of Fullerenes and Carbon Nanotubes introduces materials scientists, chemists, and solid state physicists to the field of fullerenes, and discusses the unique properties and applications. both current and future, of all classes of fullerenes. Key Features * First comprehensive resource on fullerenes and their applications * Provides an introduction to the topic * Presents an extensive discussion of current and future applications of Fullerenes * Covers all classes of fullerenes

Handbook of Carbon Nano Materials

Handbook of Carbon Nano Materials
Author: Francis D'Souza
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 498
Release: 2011
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9814327816

This book covers the contributions of significant discoveries of fundamentals and applications of fullerene and all-carbon nanomaterials from leading scientists. It contains over two dozen chapters reviewing recent progress in fullerene chemistry and physics, endohedral fullerenes, carbon nanotubes and graphenes, supramolecular chemistry of fullerenes and all-carbon materials, materials chemistry aspects, molecular electronics and photovoltaic applications, and electrochemical energy storage applications. Researchers and industry professionals will undoubtedly appreciate the extensive coverage of this vast and increasingly important field compiled in a single volume.

Exploiting the Potential of Carbon Nanotubes and Fullerenes Through Their Interaction with Specially Designed Π-Conjugated Iptycenes

Exploiting the Potential of Carbon Nanotubes and Fullerenes Through Their Interaction with Specially Designed Π-Conjugated Iptycenes
Author: Serxho Selmani
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2020
Genre:
ISBN:

Electronics have become integrated into every aspect of modern life, from work to leisure we rely on electronics for key tasks in our daily routine. Recent research efforts have seen a push towards flexible electronic devices, creating a plethora of new potential applications. Carbon nanomaterials have emerged as excellent candidates for implementation into flexible electronic devices from transistors to solar cells, but despite their high potential, their commercial relevance has been hampered by several key challenges that have yet been unresolved. Here, I exhibit that through the merging of techniques from organic chemistry and nanoscience, I have been able to overcome several of the practical challenges facing both carbon nanotubes and fullerenes. This has been accomplished through the interaction of these carbon nanomaterials with shape complementary iptycene molecules. The concave shape of iptycenes allows them to interact very strongly with the convex carbon nanotubes and fullerenes. This has led us to develop a new technique for the simultaneous alignment and sorting of carbon nanotubes based on diameter and length, as well as the large-scale purification of fullerenes via flash chromatography. Furthermore, in the search for new iptycene derivatives, a new ligand for the formation of metal-organic frameworks has been discovered and studied.

Graphene and Related Nanomaterials

Graphene and Related Nanomaterials
Author: Paolo Bondavalli
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 190
Release: 2017-10-26
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0323481027

Graphene and Related Nanomaterials: Properties and Applications outlines the physics and the applications of graphene-related materials, including graphene, graphene oxide and carbon nanotubes. The first chapter introduces the physics of graphene and related nanomaterials. The following sections deal with different applications spanning from gas sensors to non-volatile memories and supercapacitors. The book also covers spintronics for graphene. In each chapter, specific applications are explained in a detailed way. This book will appeal to materials scientists and engineers looking to understand more about the nature of graphene and how it is currently being used. Explains how particular physical properties of graphene make it suitable for specific applications Explores current applications in sensing and energy Assesses the challenges of using carbon nanomaterials in engineering and evaluates future opportunities Appeals to materials scientists and engineers looking to understand more about the nature of graphene and how it is currently being used