A straightforward and reliable method for the characterization of carbon nanotube dispersions

Nicole D.R. Leifer; Malachi Noked; Gilbert D. Nessim; Doron Aurbach

doi:10.1016/j.carbon.2010.11.007

A straightforward and reliable method for the characterization of carbon nanotube dispersions

Nicole D.R. Leifer, Malachi Noked, Gilbert D. Nessim, Doron Aurbach

Massachusetts Inst. of Technology

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A straightforward method is presented for characterizing the quality of carbon nanotube (CNT) dispersions using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) imaging of samples prepared using a unique procedure, which successfully prevents re-coagulation of the CNTs during the evaporation of the dispersant. The images obtained more accurately reflect the status of the bulk dispersion in the liquid state. This method can be used to comparatively analyze the degree of disaggregation and the extent of tube breakage following a dispersion protocol in either aqueous or non-aqueous solutions, with or without surfactants, and regardless of the original condition of the CNTs.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	1042-1047
Number of pages	6
Journal	Carbon
Volume	49
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbon.2010.11.007
State	Published - Mar 2011

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