Solid phase functionalization of MWNTs: an eco-friendly approach for carbon-based conductive inks
Apostolos Koutsioukis, Vassiliki Belessi, Vasilios Georgakilas
Abstract
Carbon nanotubes functionalized by a solvent free reaction are mixed with graphene nanosheets into a water dispersible all carbon hybrid, which combined with a resin from renewable materials leads to an eco-friendly conductive all carbon ink.
Topics & Concepts
Environmentally friendlySurface modificationMaterials scienceCarbon nanotubeCarbon fibersElectrical conductorGrapheneNanotechnologyChemical engineeringSolventPhase (matter)InkwellConductive inkRenewable energyComposite materialOrganic chemistryChemistryComposite numberSheet resistanceLayer (electronics)BiologyEngineeringElectrical engineeringEcologyCarbon Nanotubes in CompositesConducting polymers and applicationsGraphene research and applications