Magnetic Nanotubes: Synthesis, Properties, and Applications

Abstract

This article presents a comprehensive review of recent progress of research dedicated to magnetic nanotubes (MNTs). The review mainly covers the recent achievements in the syntheses, properties, and applications of MNTs. After introducing the significance of MNTs and the magnetic characteristics of elements in the periodic table, the article starts with a brief overview of the existing fabrication pathways for MNTs followed by a detailed insight in selected methods. Properties and promising applications are discussed to guide future developments of MNTs. Special emphasis is put on the magnetic properties that are different from those of the corresponding bulk materials, such as obvious magnetic anisotropy, angle dependent magnetization and distinctive magnetization reversal. Finally, the paper concludes with perspectives and outlook for MNTs.