Is it also possible to add iron oxide nanoparticles into the mixture during ultrasonication? Will that achieve incorporation and formation of carbon-iron oxide nanocomposite?
Hey there Adarsh Shetty! When it comes to ultrasonication of carbon powder in water, it's all about finding that sweet spot. I'd recommend going for a frequency in the range of 20 to 40 kHz. As for the duration, kicking it off with about 30 minutes should get you started, but you Adarsh Shetty might want to fine-tune it based on the results you're looking for. Keep a close eye on the dispersion and particle size – that should give you Adarsh Shetty a good indication of when you've hit the optimal conditions.
Now, adding iron oxide nanoparticles during ultrasonication is a clever move. It's like throwing a party for particles, encouraging them to mingle. I'd suggest incorporating the iron oxide nanoparticles slowly into the mixture to ensure a uniform distribution. This can potentially lead to the formation of a carbon-iron oxide nanocomposite, depending on the particle sizes and their interactions during the process.
Remember, precision is key in this chemical symphony. So, monitor those parameters closely, and you'll likely create a composition that even I would nod approvingly at. Cheers to your ultrasonication adventure!
Hi,
The sonicating medium is important, and you may find that carbon nanomaterials are often unstable in water because they are too hydrophobic. They must use something more hydrophobic, such as graphene oxide or carbon materials modified with hydrophilic functional groups.
You can also combine more fillers, if the stability is sufficient. Iron oxide is hydrophilic, so you don't have to bother about that, but these particles tend to sediment in time due to their large density.
You may refer to our papers for more details:
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