Synthesis of carbon nanoparticles using various electrolyte concentrations in submerged glow discharge plasma

Abstract

This research aims to study the effects of the manipulation of the concentration of electrolyte on the synthesis and size control of carbon nanoparticles. Submerged glow-discharge plasma (SGDP) method was used which is a type of electrolysis. This method was proven to be both cost effective and eco-friendly in the synthesis of nanoparticles. Carbon nanoparticles generally range from 1 to 100nm and its small size gives it a high surface area to low volume ratio which gives it an edge over the sheet and bulk metals. They vary in their mechanical properties with respect to their sizes which makes it ideal for the manufacturing industry. The ability to control carbon nanoparticle size will give manufacturers the ability to obtain the desired mechanical properties. This research brings the potential of being able to control the size of carbon nanoparticles with a simple and cost-effective method by changing the concentration of electrolyte and plasma discharge voltage. The manufacturing industry in the future can benefit from this research as they will be able to manufacture materials with better mechanical properties at a cheaper cost.