Synonyms: Detonation nanodiamond; Diamond nanoparticles; Nanodiamonds
Linear Structural Formula: C
Application: Nanodiamonds modified with hydrocarbons exhibit colloidal stability in hydrophobic and non-polar solvents including lithium ion battery electrolytes. Hydrocarbon modified nanodiamonds have also been shown to suppress the dendrite formation in lithium ion batteries.