Nanotubes and Nanosheets

Focusing on the research and development of the renowned two-dimensional nanomaterial, white graphene, also known as boron nitride (BN) nanosheets, this book covers a comprehensive range of topics. These include the structures, production methods, properties, and exciting applications in energy storage, thermal management, and environmental solutions of nanotubes and nanosheets.Since the publication of the first edition, BN nanosheets have seen remarkable progress in research and application, leading to breakthroughs in discovering new properties, such as high modulus, thermal conductivity, and catalytic capabilities. Written by internationally acclaimed researchers with extensive expertise in BN nanomaterials, each chapter explores the unique properties of atomic-thin nanosheet structures and their surface chemistry. Later chapters highlight the diverse applications of BN nanosheets in areas including batteries, gas and oil adsorption and separation, and heat management. Readers will gain insights into the fundamental science behind this remarkable two-dimensional material, along with real-world applications in advanced batteries, heat dissipation, gas storage, and separation technologies.This well-structured arrangement aims to cater to a wide readership, attracting both university researchers in chemistry, materials science, and energy storage, and engineers from various industries. Additionally, this book serves as an invaluable reference for university students, offering an opportunity to explore new chemistry, novel material structures, and the immense potential of two-dimensional materials in addressing critical industrial challenges.