Graphene and carbon-based nanomaterials as highly efficient adsorbents for oils and organic solvents

  • Shu Wan
  • , Hengchang Bi
  • , Litao Sun*
  • *Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

This paper provides a comprehensive review of recent progress in the synthesis and performance of graphene and carbon-based nanomaterials as efficient adsorbents for oils and organic solvents. Several advantages of these adsorbents are emphasized, including adjustable three-dimensional networks, high surface area, high chemical/thermal stability, high flexibility and elasticity, and extremely high surface hydrophobicity/oleophilicity. Technical challenges are discussed, and future research directions are proposed.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)3-22
Number of pages20
JournalNanotechnology Reviews
Volume5
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Feb 2016
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • adsorbents
  • carbon-based
  • graphene
  • sponge

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