An Introduction to Graphene and Carbon Nanotubes

ISBN-13: 9781498751797 / Angielski / Twarda / 2017 / 286 str.

John E. Proctor; Aravind Vijayaraghavan; Daniel Melendrez Armada

Opis

Carbon nanotubes and graphene have been the subject of intense scientific research since their relatively recent discoveries. This book introduces the reader to the science behind these rapidly developing fields, and covers both the fundamentals and latest advances. Uniquely, this book covers the topics in a pedagogical manner suitable for undergraduate students. The book also uses the simple systems of nanotubes and graphene as models to teach concepts such as molecular orbital theory, tight binding theory and the Laue treatment of diffraction. Suitable for undergraduate students with a working knowledge of basic quantum mechanics, and for postgraduate researchers commencing their studies into the field, this book will equip the reader to critically evaluate the physical properties and potential for applications of graphene and carbon nanotubes.

Spis treści

Introduction. Inter-atomic Bonding in Graphene and Diamond. Electronic Bandstructure of Graphene. Electronic Bandstructure of Carbon Nanotubes. Phonons in Graphene and Carbon Nanotubes. Raman Spectroscopy of Graphene and Carbon Nanotubes. Microscopy and Electron Diffraction Experiments on Graphene and Carbon Nanotubes. Synthesis of Graphene. Synthesis of Carbon Nanotubes. Mechanical and Thermal Properties of Graphene and Carbon Nanotubes. Chemical Modification of Graphene I: Hydrogenation and Halogenation. Chemical Modification of Graphene II: Graphene Oxide. Current Topics in Graphene and Carbon Nanotube Research. Appendix: Introduction to Raman Scattering Effect (in Crystalline Solids).