Large-scale delamination of multi-layers transition metal carbides and carbonitrides “MXenes”
Michael NaguibMaterials Science and Technology DivisionRaymond R. UnocicCenter for Nanophase Materials ScienceBeth L. ArmstrongMaterials Science and Technology DivisionJagjit NandaMaterials Science and Technology Division
2015en
ABI
Abstract
Herein we report on a general approach to delaminate multi-layered MXenes using an organic base to induce swelling that in turn weakens the bonds between the MX layers. Simple agitation or mild sonication of the swollen MXene in water resulted in the large-scale delamination of the MXene layers. The delamination method is demonstrated for vanadium carbide and titanium carbonitride MXenes.
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