One-dimensional nanostructures: Fabrication, characterisation and applications

Weber, Jessica (Department of Mechanical Engineering, Nanomaterlals and Nanomanufacturing Research Center, University of South Florida); Singhai, Rahul; Zekri, Souhail; Kumar, Ashok

Source: International Materials Reviews, v 53, n 4, July, 2008, p 235-255

ISSN: 0950-6608 CODEN: INMREO

Publisher: Maney Publishing

Abstract: This review presents the advancement in synthesis and characterisation techniques of onedimensional nanostructures (ODNS) as well as their potential for novel applications. In the first section of the review, the authors describe the synthesis techniques of one-dimensional nanostructures, i.e. template based synthesis, vapour phase growth, solution based growth and other innovative techniques. Various characterisation techniques such as scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM) are described in detail, followed by a comprehensive review of the unique material properties of one-dimensional nanostructures. The final section of this paper presents current state of the art chemical and biological sensing applications as well as other potential technologies which may emerge due to the advantage nanomaterials have over their bulk counterparts. © 2008 Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining and ASM International. (156 refs.)

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