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Functionalized Fullerenes and Their Applications in Electrochemistry, Solar Cells, and Nanoelectronics.
Maksim Paukov1, Christian Kramberger2, Ilia Begichev1,3
1Center for Photonics and 2D Materials, Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology, 9 Institutsky Lane, 141700 Dolgoprudny, Russia.
Materials (Basel, Switzerland)
|February 11, 2023
Summary
This review explores fullerenes, highlighting their synthesis, properties, and applications. It covers advancements in functionalized fullerenes and their potential uses, alongside future research directions.
Area of Science:
- Nanotechnology
- Materials Science
- Chemistry
Background:
- Carbon-based nanomaterials, including fullerenes, have seen significant development.
- Fullerenes possess unique chemical and physical properties, driving research interest.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive review of recent progress in fullerene synthesis and properties.
- To highlight the diverse applications of fullerenes and related composites.
Main Methods:
- Review of synthesis methods for functionalized fullerenes.
- Analysis of chemical and physical properties of fullerenes.
- Exploration of applications, including fullerene reactions within carbon nanotube nanoreactors.
Main Results:
- Detailed overview of various fullerene synthesis techniques.
- Discussion of the distinct chemical and physical characteristics of fullerenes.
- Identification of promising applications, such as in nanoreactors.
Conclusions:
- Summary of current advancements in fullerene research.
- Identification of key challenges and potential solutions for future development.
- Outlook on the future research trajectory for fullerenes and their composites.
