Method of forming carbon fibers

Details Method of forming carbon fibers Method of forming carbon fibers

2005-05-10

2005-05-10

Hendrickson, Stuart L. (Department: 1754)

Chemistry of inorganic compounds

Carbon or compound thereof

Elemental carbon

C423S447100, C423S44500R

Reexamination Certificate

active

06890506

ABSTRACT:
Carbon fiber/tubes are prepared by pyrolyzing a catalyst system that contains one or more diluents to facilitate control of the diameter of the formed carbon fiber/tube.

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