This article reviews the electronic and transport properties of carbon nanotubes. The focus is
mainly theoretical, but when appropriate the relation with experimental results is mentioned …

With advances in nanotechnology enabling us to structure new materials at the nanoscale,
the opportunity exists for developing novel material systems and devices capable of self …

Exchange-spring magnets are nanocomposites that are composed of magnetically hard and
soft phases that interact by magnetic exchange coupling. Such systems are promising for …

Field emission electron sources in vacuum electronics are largely considered to achieve
faster response, higher efficiency and lower energy consumption in comparison with …

Field emission (FE) is based on the physical phenomenon of quantum tunneling, in which
electrons are injected from the surface of materials into vacuum under the influence of an …

A practical, in-depth description of the physics behind electron emission physics and its
usage in science and technology Electron emission is both a fundamental phenomenon and …

Carbon nanotubes can act as electron sources with very rigid structures, making them
particularly interesting for use as point electron sources in high-resolution electron-beam …

First Self-Contained Source Entirely Dedicated to Nanocarbons Carbon nanotubes (CNTs)
attract a good deal of attention for their electronic, mechanical, optical, and chemical …

Micro and nano-structurally rich carbon materials are alternatives to conventional
metal/silicon tips for field emission sources. In particular, carbon nanotubes exhibit …

Carbon nanotubes (CNT) have recently emerged as a promising class of electron field
emitters. They have a low threshold electric field for emission and a high emission current …