Diamond-graphite nanocomposite synthesized from multi-walled carbon nanotubes fibers

Creation of the hybrid nanostructures with superior properties that combine the advantages of hardest diamond and flexible graphite remains challenging in experiment. Here we report a new strategy for the synthesis of diamond-graphite hybrid nanocomposite from multi-walled carbon nanotubes fibers by laser heating diamond anvil cell. A combined theory experiment approach confirms the formation of diamond-graphite hybrid structure with the coherent interface consisted of covalent bonds between diamond and graphite. This opens an avenue for the synthesis of diamond-graphite hybrid structure, which may be extended to generate new carbon nanocomposites using other suitable carbon precursors by high pressure.