Fullerene technology

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Fullerene technology

Fullerene technology. Computer artwork of spherical and cylindrical fullerenes (buckyballs and carbon nanotubes), illustrating their hexagonal and (in the case of the buckyballs) pentagonal carbon structure. Fullerenes are a structural form (allotrope) of carbon. Theoretically, a wide range of molecular shapes can be engineered at the molecular level using fullerenes. Such structures are being investigated for a wide range of technological and medical uses. Here, the carbon nanotubes have been engineered to have a diameter just large enough to allow buckyballs to pass through them

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the groundbreaking world of fullerene technology. In this computer artwork, we are presented with a mesmerizing display of spherical and cylindrical fullerenes, also known as buckyballs and carbon nanotubes. The intricate hexagonal structure of these molecules is beautifully illustrated, revealing their potential for engineering molecular shapes at an unprecedented level. Fullerenes represent a unique allotrope of carbon that holds immense promise in various fields. This image serves as a testament to the extensive research being conducted to explore their applications in both technological and medical realms. Scientists are delving into the possibilities offered by these structures, investigating how they can revolutionize industries such as materials science and medicine. One particularly fascinating aspect depicted here is the ingenious engineering of carbon nanotubes with just enough diameter to allow buckyballs to pass through them. This innovation opens up new avenues for manipulating molecular interactions on a minuscule scale. As we delve deeper into the realm of nanotechnology, fullerene technology emerges as an essential tool for creating macromolecules with specific properties tailored to our needs. With its pentagonal carbon structure showcased alongside other geometric wonders, this image encapsulates the vast potential held within fullerene research. Science Photo Library has captured this extraordinary moment in scientific exploration through their stunning computer artwork, offering us a glimpse into the awe-inspiring world where chemistry meets cutting-edge technology.

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