Abstract
We perform parametrized density-functional calculations to predict the stability and formation mechanism of GaN nanotubes. Strain energies of GaN nanotubes are comparable to those of carbon nanotubes, suggesting the possibility for the formation of GaN nanotubes. We note that an intermediate phase with [4,6,10] polygons exist at armchair tube edge, which may play as a nucleation seed of further tube growth.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 6d |
| Journal | MRS Internet Journal of Nitride Semiconductor Research |
| Volume | 4 |
| Issue number | SUPPL. 1 |
| State | Published - 1999 |
| Externally published | Yes |