Apparatus and method for synthesizing chiral carbon nanotubes

摘要

An exemplary apparatus facilitating the synthesis of chiral carbon nanotubes includes a reaction chamber, and a first electrode and a second electrode disposed in the reaction chamber. The first electrode and the second electrode are spaced apart from each other and define a space therebetween. The space is configured for receiving a catalyst therein. The first electrode is rotatable around an axis to thereby generate an electric field between the first electrode and the second electrode with a periodic variation in direction when a voltage is applied between the first electrode and the second electrode. The axis is substantially perpendicular to a surface of the second electrode facing toward the first electrode. Methods facilitating the synthesis of chiral carbon nanotubes are also provided.