A better understanding of CNTs chemical purification and functionalization processes

Saman Azhari, Mohd Nizar Hamidon, Intan Halina Hasan, Muhammad Asnawi, Siti Amaniah Mohd Chachuli, Alin Azhari, Ismayadi Ismail

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2 Citations (Scopus)

Abstract

Purification and functionalization of carbon nanotubes have been examined using different acid treatments. CNTs treatment may vary depending on the desired outcome. The results show that HCl as a strong acid, oxidizes all the materials present in the sample. HNO3acts as an oxidizing agent which is useful to produce functional CNTs. H2O2behaves as a regulator in presence of both acids. The results suggest that H2O2may be a critical element to control the outcome of CNTs purification and functionalization process.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2018 IEEE International Conference on Semiconductor Electronics, ICSE 2018 - Proceedings
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages25-28
Number of pages4
ISBN (Electronic)9781538652831
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2018 Oct 3
Externally publishedYes
Event13th IEEE International Conference on Semiconductor Electronics, ICSE 2018 - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Duration: 2018 Aug 152018 Aug 17

Publication series

NameIEEE International Conference on Semiconductor Electronics, Proceedings, ICSE
Volume2018-August

Conference

Conference13th IEEE International Conference on Semiconductor Electronics, ICSE 2018
Country/TerritoryMalaysia
CityKuala Lumpur
Period18/8/1518/8/17

Keywords

  • Acid Treatment
  • CNTs
  • Functionalization
  • Purification

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials

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