Chemistry of inorganic compounds – Carbon or compound thereof – Elemental carbon
Reexamination Certificate
2006-09-26
2006-09-26
Naff, David M. (Department: 1651)
Chemistry of inorganic compounds
Carbon or compound thereof
Elemental carbon
C435S182000, 99, 99, 99, 99
Reexamination Certificate
active
07112315
ABSTRACT:
Unique single walled nanotube compositions and methods for making the composition wherein the nanotubes encloses foreign material capable of forming thread-like material having a solid form at ambient temperatures and pressures.
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