Review of Polymer-Grafted Carbon Nanotubes: Synthesis, Properties, and Applications

Abstract

This review examines the synthesis, properties, and diverse applications of polymer-grafted carbon nanotubes (CNTs). Polymer grafting onto CNTs represents a significant advancement in nanomaterial science, enhancing the functional versatility and applicability of CNTs in various fields. The synthesis methods discussed encompass both covalent and non-covalent approaches, highlighting their respective advantages in achieving tailored polymer-CNT hybrids with controlled structures and properties.