What Are the Applications of Quantum Conductance in Nanotubes?

[Leopold Infeld]

Hello,

Can anyone tell me some of the applications or potential applications that could be used for the quantum conductance of nanotubes? I have the paper

["Individual single-wall carbon nanotubes as quantum wires", SJ Tans, M H Devoret, H Dai, A Thess, R E Smalley, L J Geerligs and C Dekker, Nature, 386, 474 (1997).]

But I don't know how to interpret its applications,
please refer me to some site or another general less technical paper if u know something.. on the applications

thank you very much..

 

[Jhero]

Hello,

Thank you for your interest in the quantum conductance of nanotubes. The paper you mentioned is a great resource for understanding the potential applications of this technology. I would also recommend checking out the website of the National Nanotechnology Initiative (NNI) as it provides an overview of the current and potential applications of nanotechnology, including nanotubes.

Some potential applications of the quantum conductance of nanotubes include:

1. Electronics: The unique properties of nanotubes, such as their high electrical conductivity and small size, make them promising candidates for use in electronic devices such as transistors and diodes. They could also potentially be used to create faster and more efficient computer chips.

2. Sensors: Nanotubes have been shown to be highly sensitive to changes in their environment, making them ideal for use in sensors. For example, they could be used to detect small amounts of chemicals or pollutants in the air or water.

3. Energy storage: Nanotubes have a large surface area and high electrical conductivity, which could make them useful for storing and transporting energy. They could potentially be used in batteries and supercapacitors for more efficient energy storage.

4. Biomedical applications: Nanotubes have been explored for use in drug delivery and imaging in the field of biomedicine. Their small size and unique properties make them ideal for targeting specific cells or tissues in the body.

I hope this helps to give you a better understanding of the potential applications of the quantum conductance of nanotubes. If you are looking for a more general and less technical resource, I would recommend checking out the NNI website or other popular science articles on nanotechnology. Keep in mind that the field of nanotechnology is constantly evolving and new applications are being discovered all the time. Thank you for your interest and good luck with your research!