Dry printing of nanotube patterns to any surface could revolutionize microelectronics
January 25, 2010 | Source: Physorg.com
A way to transfer patterns of strongly aligned, single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWNTs) from a substrate to any other surface in minutes has been developed by Rice University researchers.
They are also investigating ways to make printed films of SWNTs all-conducting or all-semiconducting.
Combined, the techniques represent a huge step toward a wide range of practical applications that include sensors, highly efficient solar panels and electronic components.