Patent ID: 9732417
Date: 2017-08-15
CPC Classifications: B82Y,C23C,C30B

Claim:
1. A method for producing an array of metallic nanotubes comprising the following steps: providing a first array of nanotubes or nanowires made from sacrificial material on a support; depositing a metal layer on the first array of nanotubes or nanowires so as to form a second array of metallic nanotubes concentric with the nanotubes or nanowires of the first array, wherein the metal layer is a member selected from the group consisting of platinum, gold, iridium, palladium, and alloys thereof; eliminating the sacrificial material; depositing a binding layer made from polymer material between the nanowires; and eliminating the support, wherein, once the support is eliminated, the binding layer is maintained and mechanically connects and supports the second array of metallic nanotubes.