Author :
Zhou, Chongwu ; Kumar, Akshay ; Ryu, Koungmin
Author_Institution :
Univ. of Southern California in Los Angeles, Los Angeles
Abstract :
Carbon nanotubes (CNT) exhibit distinctively different properties from their bulk counterparts due to their remarkable electrical, mechanical, optical, and chemical properties. Some of the most advance synthesis, properties, and various application of CNTs are discussed.
Keywords :
carbon nanotubes; nanoelectronics; nanotechnology; nanotube devices; C; applications; biosensing; carbon nanotubes; chemical properties; chemical sensing; electrical properties; energy conversion; energy storage; mechanical properties; nanoelectronics; optical properties; synthesis; Arc discharges; Carbon nanotubes; Chemical lasers; Chemical vapor deposition; Laser ablation; Mechanical factors; Nanostructured materials; Optical materials; Scanning electron microscopy; Thermal conductivity;
Journal_Title :
Nanotechnology Magazine, IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/MNANO.2007.912095
