Synthesis and Property of BN Nanotubes and Nanosheetes

Abstract

A review. The hexagonal form of boron nitride (h-BN) is analogous to graphite with a layered structure. BN nanotube is one of the most important non-carbon nanotubes. Compared to the carbon nanotube, BN nanotube shows an elec. insulator, having a high chem. stability, excellent mech. properties, and a high thermal cond. In this review, we report novel synthesis of BN nanotubes and nanosheets for high purity and high yield growth. We will also introduce in-situ TEM observations on mech. and elec. properties measurements from individual BN nanotube and nanosheet. The polymeric composites contg. BN nanotubes will be demonstrated for improvement of the insulating high thermal cond. [on SciFinder(R)]