Abstract
Currently, there has been a growing interest in investigating the possibility of functionalization of carbon nanotubes to enhance their properties. Carbon nanotube functionalization is one of the most exciting fi elds of research. The objective of this chapter is to discuss the common covalent and non-covalent functionalization methods used for the chemical modifi - cation of carbon nanotubes. The chapter will also discuss the methods used for functionalization of nanotubes with nanoparticles. Also, the activity of the nanotubes-based composites as adsorbents and photocatalysts will be highlighted. The chapter ends with conclusions and recommendations.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Advanced Carbon Materials and Technology |
| Publisher | wiley |
| Pages | 317-330 |
| Number of pages | 14 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9781118686232 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9781118895399 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - 27 Dec 2013 |
Bibliographical note
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Keywords
- Carbon nanotube
- Functionalization
- Nanocomposites
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Engineering
- General Materials Science