Formation of alumina nanocapsules by high-energy-electron irradiation of Na-dawsonite nanorods.

ABSTRACT: We report the synthesis of unique Al2O3 nanocapsules by high-energy-electron irradiation of Na-dawsonite and a formation mechanism different from thermal decomposition which usually produces NaAlO2. The novel decomposition process may open up a shortcut for fabricating hollow nanostructures.

SUBMITTER: Duan X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3827614 | biostudies-literature | 2013 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature