Can Carbon Nanotubes Be Made from Industry Exhausts?

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The discussion centers on the feasibility of producing carbon nanotubes from industrial exhausts. Participants express skepticism regarding the viability and economic practicality of this process, citing concerns about the irregularity and low yield of carbon nanotubes generated from such sources. Previous research indicates that carbon nanotubes can be found in small quantities in various combustion processes, but their quality is often compromised. Overall, the consensus leans towards the notion that while theoretically possible, the production of high-quality carbon nanotubes from industrial emissions is not currently viable.

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i read about this project for making carbon nanotubes from industry exhausts. is this possible/viable? if so, how economical is it? has there ever been any previous work in this area?
 
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Personally, with my limited knowledge of carbon nanotubes, I don't see it as viable. The way I see it is, they want to oxidize anything in any industrial exhaust as much as they can. I read that they can be found in some places like ordinary flames but I'm guessing in a very small amount. They are also very irregular which is the absolute worst thing that a nanotube can be. It ruins any good physical properties. Again, I have very limited knowledge so I could be wrong on some of this.
 

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