PRES 64 |
| We report the possibility of aligning anisotropic objects using a fast oscillating electric field. The thus induced birefringence is used as a measure of the net alignment effect. Results on DNA restricted fragments containing 80 base pairs and on carbon nanotubes are presented. Effects of the field intensity and duration are also discussed. The decay dynamics are reflective of the shape and rigidity of the nanometer sized object. Theoretical modeling qualitatively agrees with the experimental observation. |
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SWNTs From Synthesis to Application, From the Lab to the Fab: In Memory of Dr. Richard Smalley
4:30 PM-6:30 PM, Sunday, 10 September 2006 Moscone Center -- Room 305, Poster
Presidential Event |