文摘
Electrochemistry is a soft method able to functionalize homogeneously carbon fibers. Anodic polarization modulates the hydrophilic character and wettability of carbons. Oxygenated groups nature and amount can be monitored using a controlled voltage. Below 1.4 V vs Hg/Hg2SO4, mainly phenols and lactones are introduced. Above 1.4 V vs Hg/Hg2SO4, conversion of CO-type groups into CO2-type groups occurs.