The University of Queensland

Theoretical Study of Functionalized Boron Nitride Nanotubes and Their Application as Gas Sensor (2009)

Abstract:

This project aims to investigate the properties of the functionalized boron nitride nanotubes (F-BNNTs) and their gas sensitive mechanisms using molecular dynamics simulations combined with first-principle calculations, the corresponding issues such as the electronic structures of F-BNNTs and the interaction between various gas molecules and F-BNNTs walls will be comprehensively studied. Such mechanism understanding will be very useful for exploring the applications of BNNTs not only as gas sensor but also in nano-optical-magnetic devices, energy storage and biomaterials.

Grant type:

ARC Linkage International

Researchers:

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  Professor John Zhu

  Professor
  

  School of Chemical Engineering

  Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology

Funded by:

Australian Research Council