Carbon nanotubes and graphene have been the subject of intense scientific research since their relatively recent discoveries. This book introduces the reader to the science behind these rapidly developing fields, and covers both the fundamentals and latest advances. Uniquely, this book covers the topics in a pedagogical manner suitable for undergraduate students. The book also uses the simple systems of nanotubes and graphene as models to teach concepts such as molecular orbital theory, tight binding theory and the Laue treatment of diffraction. Suitable for undergraduate students with a working knowledge of basic quantum mechanics, and for postgraduate researchers commencing their studies into the field, this book will equip the reader to critically evaluate the physical properties and potential for applications of graphene and carbon nanotubes.
| ISBN: | 9781498751797 |
| Publication date: | 6th February 2017 |
| Author: | John E. (University of Salford; University of Manchester, UK Proctor, ), Daniel (School of Materials and Natio Melendrez Armada |
| Publisher: | CRC Press Inc an imprint of Taylor & Francis Inc |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 286 pages |
| Genres: |
Life sciences: general issues Chemistry Condensed matter physics (liquid state and solid state physics) Materials science |