Fullerenes Collection

Nanotube technology. Computer artwork of four cylindrical fullerenes (carbon nanotubes) of varying size, with the smaller ones nested inside the larger ones

Buckyballs floating in interstellar space near a region of current star-formation
This artists conception shows buckyballs floating in interstellar space, near a region of current star-formation. Buckyballs are the largest molecule ever discovered floating between the stars

Artists concept showing carbon balls ejecting out from a dying white star in a planetary
Artists concept showing carbon balls coming out from the type of object where they were discovered, a dying star and the material it sheds, known as a planetary nebula

Carbon nanotube, artwork C016 / 8270
Carbon nanotube. Computer artwork of the inside of a carbon nanotube, also known as a buckytube, showing the hexagonal carbon structure

Carbon nanotube, artwork C016 / 8269
Carbon nanotube. Computer artwork of the inside of a carbon nanotube, also known as a buckytube, showing the hexagonal carbon structure

Carbon nanotube, artwork C016 / 8271
Carbon nanotube. Computer artwork of a carbon nanotube, also known as a buckytube, showing the hexagonal carbon structure. Atoms are represented as spheres and the bonds between them by rods

Carbon nanotubes in POM matrix, SEM C016 / 8042
Carbon nanotubes. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of carbon nanotubes in a POM matrix. Carbon nanotubes are a type of fullerene, a structural type (allotrope) of carbon

Nano bearing, artwork C013 / 9992
Nano bearing, computer artwork. A bearing allows motion between two or more part. This bearing design is an example of nanotechnology

Synthesis of Buckyballs (C60): arcing electrodes

Universal joint, computer model. This mechanical joint design, made entirely from carbon (turquoise) and hydrogen (grey) atoms, is an example of nanotechnology

Nanotechnology, conceptual image. Computer artwork of a number of fullerene molecules representing their use in nanotechnolgy

Fullerene technology. Computer artwork of spherical and cylindrical fullerenes (buckyballs and carbon nanotubes), illustrating their hexagonal and (in the case of the buckyballs)

Nanotube drug delivery, artwork
Nanotube drug delivery. Computer artwork showing antioxidant molecules BHA (butylated hydroxyanisole) and BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene) moving along the inside of a nanotube

Nested fullerene molecules

Fullerene molecules. Fullerenes are structural types (allotropes) of carbon. The three molecules at centre are buckminsterfullerenes (buckyballs)

Buckminsterfullerene molecules. This molecule is a type of fullerene, a structural type (allotrope) of carbon. It has 60 carbon atoms arranged in a spherical structure consisting of interlinking

Doping buckyball molecules, artwork
Doping buckyball molecules. Computer artwork showing a conveyor belt (top left to bottom right) of buckyball molecules being doped (combined) with other atoms (blue)

Fullerene molecules, computer artwork
Fullerene molecules. Computer artwork of nested, spherical fullerene molecules. Fullerenes are allotropes (different structural types) of carbon

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Fullerenes, also known as buckyballs or carbon nanotubes, are fascinating structures that have revolutionized the field of nanotube technology. These tiny carbon balls and tubes have captured the imagination of scientists and artists alike. In the depths of interstellar space, near a region where new stars are being born, buckyballs float freely. This mesmerizing sight is like something out of a science fiction movie - these spherical wonders drifting through the cosmos. An artist's concept depicts an awe-inspiring scene: carbon balls ejecting from a dying white star in a planetary nebula. It showcases the incredible beauty and complexity found within fullerenes. Carbon nanotubes, represented in artwork C016/8270, C016/8269, and C016/8271, showcase their intricate structure. These microscopic cylinders hold immense potential for various applications due to their exceptional strength and conductivity. Another image reveals carbon nanotubes embedded in a POM matrix (SEM C016/8042). This combination highlights how they are be incorporated into different materials to enhance their properties. The versatility extends beyond structural applications. A nano bearing (artwork C013/9992) demonstrates how these remarkable structures can function as components in mechanical systems such as universal joints or molecular bearings. The synthesis process for Buckyballs (C60), shown with arcing electrodes, unveils one method by which these unique molecules can be created artificially. Scientists continue to explore innovative ways to produce fullerene compounds efficiently. With its computer model representation, a universal joint exemplifies how fullerenes contribute to advancements in engineering design. Their exceptional properties make them ideal candidates for creating durable and efficient mechanisms at the molecular level. Molecular bearings further emphasize the significance in enabling precise rotational motion on an incredibly small scale. These miniature marvels pave the way for future breakthroughs in fields such as nanotechnology and materials science.