Graphene Carbon Nanotubes Description
Graphene Carbon Nanotubes (CNTs) are advanced materials formed by rolling graphene sheets into cylindrical structures, combining the exceptional properties of both graphene and CNTs. They play a unique role in various applications, including supercapacitors, where their high surface area and electrical conductivity enhance energy storage capacity and rapid charge/discharge cycles, making them ideal for electric vehicles and renewable energy systems. In adsorption, their porous structure enables the effective removal of pollutants from air and water, and in lithium-ion batteries, they serve as anode materials, improving energy density and charging speeds. Additionally, graphene CNTs are utilized in catalysis, acting as supports for catalysts in fuel cells and chemical reactions, enhancing reaction rates and selectivity. Their high tensile strength allows them to reinforce polymers and composites in aerospace and automotive applications, while their excellent thermal conductivity aids in thermal management for electronic devices.
Graphene Carbon Nanotubes Specifications
item
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Unit
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Type
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CNT2
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CNT8
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Graphene layers
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layers
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<3
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<3
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Graphene content
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wt%
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10-50
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10-50
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Carbon nanotube outer diameter
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nm
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8-15
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30-80
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SSA
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m2/g
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|
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Ash
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wt%
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<3
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<3
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Carbon content
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wt%
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>97
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>97
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Graphene Carbon Nanotubes Applications
1. Supercapacitors: Graphene CNTs are integral in the development of supercapacitors due to their high surface area, excellent electrical conductivity, and mechanical strength. They enhance charge storage capabilities, allowing for rapid charging and discharging. This makes them ideal for applications requiring quick bursts of energy, such as electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, and electronic devices.
2. Adsorption: The large surface area and porous structure of graphene CNTs make them effective adsorbents for gases and liquids. They are utilized in environmental applications for removing pollutants from air and water, capturing greenhouse gases, and in sensors for detecting chemical substances. Their high adsorption capacity is beneficial in filtration and purification processes, contributing to cleaner air and water.
3. Lithium Batteries: In lithium-ion batteries, graphene CNTs are employed as anode materials. Their outstanding electrical conductivity and structural stability improve energy storage capacity and cycling performance. This results in batteries with higher energy densities, longer lifespans, and faster charging times, making them suitable for use in portable electronics, electric vehicles, and grid energy storage systems.
4. Catalysis: Graphene CNTs serve as supports for catalysts in various chemical reactions. Their high surface area and active sites increase the dispersion of catalytic materials, enhancing their effectiveness in processes such as fuel cells and environmental remediation. The unique properties of graphene CNTs also contribute to higher reaction rates and selectivity, improving efficiency in chemical synthesis.
5. Mechanical Reinforcement: The remarkable tensile strength and flexibility of graphene CNTs enable their use as reinforcing agents in polymers and other materials. This enhances the mechanical properties of composites, making them suitable for lightweight and high-performance applications in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and construction.
6. Thermal Management: Due to their excellent thermal conductivity, graphene CNTs are valuable in thermal management applications. They are used in heat sinks and thermal interface materials to dissipate heat in electronic devices, improving thermal performance and reliability.
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