Facile growth of carbon nanotubes using microwave ovens: the emerging application of highly efficient domestic plasma reactors

Liu, Yang; Guo, Naishun; Yin, Pengfei; Zhang, Chao

doi:10.1039/c9na00538b

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“…CNT coatings can be deposited on the conductive sites of the neural electrodes by a variety of methods, including chemical vapor deposition (CVD) [ 124 , 125 , 126 , 127 , 128 ], electrochemical deposition (ED) [ 129 ], microwave plasma [ 130 ], layer-by-layer assembly (LBL) [ 131 , 132 , 133 ], solvent evaporation [ 134 ], and covalent attachment [ 119 ]. The physical, chemical and bio-properties of the CNT coatings can be determined by the fabrication methods.…”

Section: Carbon Materialsmentioning

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Advanced Metallic and Polymeric Coatings for Neural Interfacing: Structures, Properties and Tissue Responses

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Neural electrodes are essential for nerve signal recording, neurostimulation, neuroprosthetics and neuroregeneration, which are critical for the advancement of brain science and the establishment of the next-generation brain–electronic interface, central nerve system therapeutics and artificial intelligence. However, the existing neural electrodes suffer from drawbacks such as foreign body responses, low sensitivity and limited functionalities. In order to overcome the drawbacks, efforts have been made to create new constructions and configurations of neural electrodes from soft materials, but it is also more practical and economic to improve the functionalities of the existing neural electrodes via surface coatings. In this article, recently reported surface coatings for neural electrodes are carefully categorized and analyzed. The coatings are classified into different categories based on their chemical compositions, i.e., metals, metal oxides, carbons, conducting polymers and hydrogels. The characteristic microstructures, electrochemical properties and fabrication methods of the coatings are comprehensively presented, and their structure–property correlations are discussed. Special focus is given to the biocompatibilities of the coatings, including their foreign-body response, cell affinity, and long-term stability during implantation. This review article can provide useful and sophisticated insights into the functional design, material selection and structural configuration for the next-generation multifunctional coatings of neural electrodes.

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“…Microwaves can be considered an environment-friendly approach that utilizes electromagnetic energy to heat precursor materials [ 131 ]. This less energy-intensive approach has enabled the rapid production of CNTs from various carbon sources, catalysts, and substrates [ 138 ].…”

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Sustainable Nanomaterials for Biomedical Applications

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Significant progress in nanotechnology has enormously contributed to the design and development of innovative products that have transformed societal challenges related to energy, information technology, the environment, and health. A large portion of the nanomaterials developed for such applications is currently highly dependent on energy-intensive manufacturing processes and non-renewable resources. In addition, there is a considerable lag between the rapid growth in the innovation/discovery of such unsustainable nanomaterials and their effects on the environment, human health, and climate in the long term. Therefore, there is an urgent need to design nanomaterials sustainably using renewable and natural resources with minimal impact on society. Integrating sustainability with nanotechnology can support the manufacturing of sustainable nanomaterials with optimized performance. This short review discusses challenges and a framework for designing high-performance sustainable nanomaterials. We briefly summarize the recent advances in producing sustainable nanomaterials from sustainable and natural resources and their use for various biomedical applications such as biosensing, bioimaging, drug delivery, and tissue engineering. Additionally, we provide future perspectives into the design guidelines for fabricating high-performance sustainable nanomaterials for medical applications.

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“…~ 1500 [118] ~ 180 [119] 740uS/m [120] ~ 5 to 300 GPA [121] Carbon 3d nanotube network 3D 175 ± 2 m 2 g −1 [122] 0.035 [123] ~ 140 [122] 4.28 ± 0.71 MPa [122] producing CNMs on an extensive scale [133][134][135]. A facile yet homogenous reaction from the microwave method was also introduced in the production of CNMs [136]. Despite the advancements in synthesizing CNMs, toxic precursors, harsh environment, and post-synthetic steps often complicate the process afterwards and obstruct the possible wide applications [138,139].…”

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“…Despite the advancements in synthesizing CNMs, toxic precursors, harsh environment, and post-synthetic steps often complicate the process afterwards and obstruct the possible wide applications [138,139]. Challenges and drawbacks such as expensive methods, corrosive chemicals, and the formation of non-homogeneous products have been reported [136,140]. Besides that, producing the CNMs at a large scale for a reasonable price is required to uphold the industrial demand.…”

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A review of the recent trend in the synthesis of carbon nanomaterials derived from oil palm by-product materials

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Mubarak

et al. 2022

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Grown only in humid tropical conditions, the palm tree provides high-quality oil essential for cooking and personal care or biofuel in the energy sector. After the refining process, this demand could cause numerous oil palm biomass waste management problems. However, the emergence of carbon nanomaterials or CNMs could be a great way to put this waste to a good cause. The composition of the palm waste can be used as a green precursor or starting materials for synthesizing CNMs. Hence, this review paper summarizes the recent progress for the CNMs production for the past 10 years. This review paper extensively discusses the method for processing CNMs, chemical vapor deposition, pyrolysis, and microwave by the current synthesis method. The parameters and conditions of the synthesis are also analyzed. The application of the CNMs from palm oil and future recommendations are also highlighted. Generally, this paper could be a handy guide in assisting the researchers in exploring economic yet simple procedures in synthesizing carbon-based nanostructured materials derived from palm oil that can fulfill the required applications.

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Facile growth of carbon nanotubes using microwave ovens: the emerging application of highly efficient domestic plasma reactors

Abstract: Carbon nanotubes are obtained using a domestic microwave oven in a few seconds at room temperature and atmospheric pressure.

Cited by 16 publications

References 82 publications

Advanced Metallic and Polymeric Coatings for Neural Interfacing: Structures, Properties and Tissue Responses

Advanced Metallic and Polymeric Coatings for Neural Interfacing: Structures, Properties and Tissue Responses

Sustainable Nanomaterials for Biomedical Applications

A review of the recent trend in the synthesis of carbon nanomaterials derived from oil palm by-product materials

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