Abstract
The polyol process was used for the synthesis of cuprous oxide-multi walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) reinforced nanocomposite. During synthesis process the pristine MWCNTs were purified and functionalized using HNO3. In this process copper acetate mono hydrate was used as Cu precursor. Limited supply of oxygen resulted in copper oxidation and cuprous oxide was formed. The copper oxide matrix was reinforced with different weight percentages of MWCNTs, varying from 1% to 3%. FTIR analysis of activated MWCNTs showed the attachment of functional groups. Variation in the morphology and size of cuprous oxide was noted with different content of MWCNTs. A change in resistance of nanocomosites was also reported here with varying percentage of MWCNTs.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 453-456 |
| Number of pages | 4 |
| Journal | Optoelectronics and Advanced Materials, Rapid Communications |
| Volume | 10 |
| Issue number | 5-6 |
| State | Published - 1 May 2016 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Bibliographical note
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Keywords
- Cuprous oxide
- MWCNT
- Nanocomposite
- Polyol process
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering