2d Random networks of carbon nanotubes [Réseaux 2d aléatoires à nanotubes de carbone]

摘要

A major challenge in the use of carbon nanotubes in electronic devices can be found in the problem of controlling their chirality. Very early, researchers, both from academia and industry, have circumvented the problem using a statistical averaging of the nanotube properties and the use of a random network. After a rapid review of the historical background of this subject, the article will focus on recent (up to 2008) and rapidly progressing results.