| Type | Cylindrical carbon molecule |
| Discovered | 1998 |
| Material properties | High tensile strength • Exceptional electrical conductivity • Thermal stability • High aspect ratio |
| Industry applications | Aerospace • Construction • Automotive • Energy • Medicine |
| Geopolitical significance | Major issue in intellectual property and resource control |
| Structural characteristics | High aspect ratio, hollow and cylindrical |
| Ethical and safety concerns | Occupational health and safety • Environmental risks • Transparency and accountability |
| Role in outer space colonization | Key enabling technology in mid-21st century |
