Characterization of Carbon Nanotube Purity Using a Quartz Sensor Platform

Published

November 28, 2005

Author(s)

Stephanie A. Hooker, Ryan Schilt, Natalia Varaksa, John H. Lehman, Paul Rice

Abstract

Carbon nanotubes are revolutionary materials, with properties that are vastly different than any other bulk form of carbon. Their unique combination of electrical, mechanical, and thermal properties makes them attractive for applications in advanced structures, biomedical devices, and next-generation electronics, among many others. However, properties can differ considerably depending on certain material characteristics (e.g., diameter and chirality). The situation is further complicated by the fact that most routes for nanotube growth do not produce just one species, but instead generate a mixture along with chemical impurities. As a result, nanotube characterization remains a critical issue for manufacturers, product developers, regulatory agencies, and biologists investigating health and safety risks.

Proceedings Title

Materials Research Society Fall Meeting

Conference Dates

November 28-December 2, 2005

Conference Location

Boston, MA, USA

Pub Type

Conferences

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Keywords

carbon nanotubes, nanotube growth

Citation

Hooker, S. , Schilt, R. , Varaksa, N. , Lehman, J. and Rice, P. (2005), Characterization of Carbon Nanotube Purity Using a Quartz Sensor Platform, Materials Research Society Fall Meeting, Boston, MA, USA, [online], https://tsapps.nist.gov/publication/get_pdf.cfm?pub_id=32504 (Accessed October 4, 2024)