Quantum transport in nanotube-based structures

M. Buongiorno Nardelli, J. L. Fattebert, J. Bernhole

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Abstract

Using state of the art quantum calculations, we have studied the electronic and transport properties of a variety of nanotube-based structures relevant for the design of nanoscale electronic devices. We have investigated the conductance of carbon nanotubes under mechanical distortions such as bending, defects and tube-tube contacts, and analyzed the behavior of carbon nanotube-metal contacts with the aim of explaining the anomalously large contact resistance observed in nanotube devices. Our results provide a clear interpretation of recent experimental findings and suggest avenues for the use of carbon nanotubes in electromechanical systems.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)253-262
Number of pages10
JournalMaterials Research Society Symposium - Proceedings
Volume706
StatePublished - 2002
Externally publishedYes
EventMaking Functional Materials with Nanotubes - Boston, MA, United States
Duration: Nov 26 2001Nov 29 2001

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