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Building the Future: Using CNT-Polymer Composites for Better Neural Interfaces
Introduction
In the ever-evolving field of neuroscience and bioengineering, one of the most exciting developments is the creation of neural interfaces using carbon nanotube (CNT)-polymer composites.
These innovative materials have the potential to interact with biological neurons, recording and stimulating neural activity, and paving the way for advanced synthetic neural networks. This blog will guide you through the process of creating CNT-polymer composites and explore their applications in neural interfaces, and compare this approach to Neuralink’s technology.
What Are CNT-Polymer Composites?
Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) are cylindrical nanostructures with remarkable electrical conductivity, mechanical strength, and thermal stability. When combined with polymers, these composites form materials that can be moulded into various shapes and structures, maintaining the advantageous properties of CNTs while adding the versatility of polymers.
Creating CNT-Polymer Composites
Materials Needed:
- Carbon Nanotubes (CNTs): Single-walled or multi-walled CNTs.
- Polymer Matrix: Common polymers…
