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Synthesis of C60 Chains Contained Within Carbon Nanotubes

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  10 February 2011

Brian W. Smith  and
David E. Luzzi
Brian W. Smith
Affiliation:
University of Pennsylvania, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, 3231 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6272, USA
David E. Luzzi
Affiliation:
University of Pennsylvania, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, 3231 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6272, USA, E-mail: luzzi@lrsm.upenn.edu
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Abstract

We have recently discovered self-assembled chains of C60 molecules contained within single wall carbon nanotubes (SWNTs). Using in situ transmission electron microscopy studies, we show a route by which such ‘peapod’ structures can be synthesized. The results indicate that exterior C60 molecules arrive at the nanotubes from the vapor phase and subsequently enter, presumably through open ends or sidewall defects. The methods discussed in this work provide a means for the bulk production of these molecular assemblies.

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Research Article
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MRS Online Proceedings Library (OPL) , Volume 593: Symposium U – Amorphous & Nanostructured Carbon , 1999 , 21
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Copyright © Materials Research Society 2000

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