Fullerenes became a new member of carbon allotropes in addition to diamond and graphite through the discovery of C60 (carbon 60) by Kroto et al. in 1985. The model of C60 was first proposed by Osawa i
This textbook is dedicated to a detailed description of metal-complex functionalized carbon allotrope forms, both classic (as, for example, graphite) and rare carbon forms (for instance, M- or T-carbo
This book describes basic physics and the recent advancement of carbon-based superconductors (CBSCs), such as diamond, graphite, graphene, carbon nanotubes (CNTs), and others. The small mass of carbon
Karl Striegler investigates novel materials for photocatalytic hydrogen evolution from water. Graphitic Carbon Nitrides are an interesting class of materials with a structure close to graphite. For ov
This third book in the popular Do More Art series exposes how the simplest of writing tools is in fact the key to an entire universe of artistic expression. From simple doodling and mark-making to meticulously built-up tour de forces - a piece of graphite is all that is needed to create whole new worlds. Selwyn Leamy and Eve Blackwood explore the many different ways the pencil can be used: from hatching and smudging to frottage and even collage. Each technique is clearly explained and illustrated with works by some of the greatest contemporary pencil practitioners - demonstrating once and for all that the pencil really is mightier than the pen.
Graphene, a single sheet of graphite, has an unconventional electronic structure that can be described in terms of massless Dirac Fermions. This interesting electronic feature is not only an important
This book presents data on the optical constants of metal elements (Na, Au, Mg, Hg, Sc, Al, Ti, s-Sn, V, Cr, Mn, Fe, La, Th, etc.) semimetal elements (graphite, Sb, etc.), metallic compounds (TiN, VC,
In 1943, something strange is going on in the New Mexican desert. By night, the starkly beautiful canyons of Los Alamos fill with the sound of exploding graphite – and by day, the crackle of scientifi
These three volumes, housed in a stunning slipcase, bring together many of renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly’s most impressive works on paper. Organized across medium?graphite, charcoal, and acrylic?
Most literature pertaining to carbon fibers is of a theoretical nature. Carbon Fibers and their Composites offers a comprehensive look at the specific manufacturing of carbon fibers and graphite fiber
In 1985, Buckminsterfullerene (fullerene-60) C60 was discovered serendipitously during graphite laser vaporisation experiments designed to simulate the chemistry in a red giant carbon star. The molecule was isolated for the first time in macroscopic amounts in 1990, a breakthrough which triggered an explosion of research into its chemical and physical properties. The fullerenes hold great potential for material science applications, such as semiconductors and microscopic engineering, and as new compounds for pharmaceuticals, polymers and the chemical industry. In October 1992, a Discussion Meeting of the Royal Society entitled A Post-Buckminsterfullerene View of the Chemistry, Physics and Astrophysics of Carbon, organised by H. W. Kroto, A. L. Makay, G. Turner and D. R. M. Walton, was held to celebrate this exciting advance. The scientists who played key roles in the discovery and who are currently uncovering fascinating problems and the implications of this elegant molecule presented
With Figure Drawing, aspiring graphite and charcoal artists will learn everything they need to know about drawing the human figure and how to master gestures, proportions, and body movement. The book
Learn to draw beautiful landscapes using a variety of tools and materials, including graphite, charcoal, pastel, pen and ink, and colored pencil. Drawing Landscapes for the Beginning Artist offers the
A careful selection of more than one hundred works in charcoal, chalk, ink, graphite, and watercolor reveals the extraordinary range and brilliance of Vincent van Gogh's graphic oeuvre as it evolved o
The Pencil Perfect takes its namesake’s four simple ingredients – wood, graphite, clay, and water – and narrates a tale of worldwide influence and innovation. Caroline Weaver, pencil connoisseur and C
Packed with 50+ step-by-step projects, The Art of Drawing Dragons, Mythological Beasts, and Fantasy Creatures explores how to draw dragons, fairies, goblins, and more in graphite pencil.Packed with st
The lifelike precision that Sueellen Ross instills in her stunning paintings of dogs and cats is amazing. She uses graphite, India ink, watercolors, and colored pencils to achieve incredible effects.
An approachable, interactive workbook with loads of tips, techniques, and ideas, 15-Minute Drawing: Getting Started is a fun and approachable way to learning the art of pencil drawing.Learn how to draw with easy, stress-free lessons designed to build a solid foundation for drawing in just 15 minutes.Starting with pencil techniques and warm-up exercises,15-Minute Drawing: Getting Started guides you in exploring the basics of drawing with graphite pencil―from how to hold a pencil and varying pressure to practicing basic strokes and techniques, including hatching, crosshatching, stippling, creating texture, blending, and more. Prompts and open spaces invite you to practice your newfound skills directly inside the book and to record your progress.Once you’ve mastered the basics, you are then guided through more than 30 step-by-step projects across a range of subjects, including flowers, animals, buildings, and everyday items. Each project starts with a basic shape, with each step building
The latest title in the Art for Modern Makers series, Creative Drawing: Symbols and Sacred Geometry takes readers on an inspired journey that explores the beautiful imagery and fascinating themes of sacred geometry while demonstrating compass drawing and exploring colored pencils, watercolor, inks, and other mediums. Learn simple step-by-step techniques for drawing and embellishing the exciting, inspiring, and beautiful motifs of sacred geometry.In Creative Drawing: Symbols and Sacred Geometry, artist, instructor, and author Ana Victoria Calderon takes you on an inner voyage of creative discovery.Learn how sacred geometry has been practiced and celebrated by cultures all over the world and influenced artists throughout history, including Leonardo da VinciStart with the essentials―compass drawing with graphite pencils on paper―then explore the featured mediums for embellishing, including colored pencils, watercolor, inks, and other easy-to-use mediumsTake a step-by-step look at fundamen
