Carbon nanotubes and related structures

Mukhopadhyay, Kingsuk (Defence Materials and Stores Research and Development Establishment); Ram, Kanik; Bhasker Rao, K.U.

Source: Defence Science Journal, v 58, n 4, July, 2008, Nanomaterials: Science and Technology, p 437-450

ISSN: 0011-748X CODEN: DSJOAA

Publisher: Defense Scientific Information and Documentation Centre

Abstract: Carbon nanotubes have attracted the fancy of many scientists worldwide. The small dimensions, strength, and the remarkable physical properties of these structures make them a unique material with a whole range of promising applications. In this review, the structural aspects, the advantages and disadvantages of different for their procedures synthesis, the qualitative and quantitative estimation of carbon nanotubes by different analytical techniques, the present status on their applications as well as the current challenges faced in the application field, national, in particular DRDO-DMSRDE status, and interest in this field, have been discussed. © 2008, DESIDOC. (41 refs.)

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