摘要 |
Process for preparing an individual carbon nanotube aerogel, comprises (a) reduction of carbon nanotubes by an alkaline metal for producing a carbon nanotube polyelectrolyte salt, (b) exposing polyelectrolyte salt of carbon nanotubes to an aprotic polar solvent for producing a solution of reduced individual carbon nanotubes, (c) freezing the solution of individual nanotubes, and (d) sublimation of the solvent, in an inert atmosphere. Independent claims are included for: (1) the individual carbon nanotube aerogel obtained by the process; and (2) a use of aerogel for preparation of composite materials. |