Specular Reflectometry Studies of Alcohol-Induced Densification for Thin Films of Single-Walled Carbon Nanotubes

O. V. Tomchuk*, D. V. Krasnikov, Ye N. Kosiachkin, D. A. Ilatovskii, Mikhail V. Avdeev, A. G. Nasibulin

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Abstract

Films of single-walled carbon nanotubes are promising for various electro-optical applications. Their engineering at the nanoscale requires a robust method of the contactless, non-invasive determination of structural properties. Here we present a study that uses specular reflectometry for this purpose, namely to determine the film thickness. Analysis of the reflection coefficient of neutrons, as well as X-rays, makes it possible to obtain a normal density profile and thereby trace the effect of densification of films of single-walled carbon nanotubes by ethanol drop casting. The paper summarizes the first experience of using combined neutron and X-ray approach in relation to low-density carbon films. Further steps for the development of the technique are discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)773-776
Number of pages4
JournalJournal of Surface Investigation
Volume15
Issue number4
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Jul 2021
MoE publication typeA1 Journal article-refereed

Keywords

  • aerosol chemical vapor deposition
  • neutron reflectometry
  • single-walled carbon nanotubes
  • thin films
  • X-ray reflectometry

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