Carbon Nanotubes and Graphene

Systematically reviews the chemistry, structure, and synthesis of the maturing field of carbon nanotubes alongside those of the emergent field of graphene

Kazuyoshi Tanaka (Edited by), S. Iijima (Edited by)

9780080982328, Elsevier Science

Hardback, published 17 July 2014

458 pages, 200 illustrations
22.9 x 15.1 x 2.8 cm, 0.8 kg

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.

1. Preface 2. Positioning of Carbon Nanotubes and Graphene in Carbon Allotropes and Their Comparison 3. Preparation of High-Quality Carbon Nanotubes 4. Differentiation of Carbon Nanotubes with Different Chirality 5. Preparation of Graphene with Large Area 6. Electronic Structures and Band Structures of Carbon Nanotubes and Graphene 7. Optical Response of Carbon Nanotubes and Graphene 8. Phonon Structures and Raman Effect of Carbon Nanotubes and Graphene 9. Transport Properties in Carbon Nanotubes and Graphene 10. Mechanical Properties of Carbon Nanotubes and Graphene 11. Chemical Reactivity and Surface Activity of Carbon Nanotubes and Graphene 12. Preparation and Properties of Carbon Nanotube Peapod 13. Processing Technology for Carbon Nanotubes and Graphene toward Application 14. Electronics Application of Carbon Nanotubes and Graphene 15. Spin Electronics Application of Carbon Nanotubes and Graphene 16. Biological Application of Carbon Nanotubes and Graphene 17. Characteristics and Applications of Carbon Nanotubes with Different Numbers of Walls 18. Characteristics and Applications of Graphene with Different Numbers of Stacked Sheets 19. Graphene Nanoribbon and Nanographene 20. Application of Hybrid Composites Using Carbon Nanotubes or Graphene

Subject Areas: Materials science [TGM], Powder technology [TDCG], Chemical engineering [TDCB], Nanotechnology [TBN], Physical chemistry [PNR]