Pure Nanotubes Grow From Nanotubes
Tech ID: 34157 / UC Case 2006-529-0
Brief Description
A revolutionary method for synthesizing nanotubes that eliminates common impurities and defects, enabling faster production.
Full Description
This technology presents an improved method for synthesizing nanotubes, including both single- and multi-walled, metallic, or semiconducting nanotubes, without the need for a catalyst. By starting from seed nanotubes, this method overcomes the traditional challenges of slowness, impurities, and defects typically associated with as-grown carbon nanotubes. This novel approach not only simplifies the production process but also opens the door to industrial-scale manufacturing of nanotubes for various applications.
Suggested uses
- Manufacturing of integrated nanotube circuits for electronics.
- Production of advanced materials for aerospace, automotive, and construction industries.
- Development of high-performance sensors and energy storage devices.
- Creation of novel biomedical devices and drug delivery systems.
Advantages
- Eliminates the need for a catalyst in the growth process, reducing production costs.
- Significantly reduces the presence of impurities and defects in the final product.
- Allows for the direct growth of both single- and multi-walled nanotubes.
- Enables faster production times compared to traditional methods.
- Facilitates industrial scaling for mass production of nanotubes.
Patent Status
| United States Of America |
Issued Patent |
8,343,581 |
01/01/2013 |
2006-529 |
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