Abstract: Continuous process for the production of carbon-based nanotubes, nanofibres and nanostructures, comprising the following steps: generating a plasma with electrical energy, introducing a carbon precursor and/or one or more catalysers and/or carrier plasma gas in a reaction zone of an airtight high temperature resistant vessel optionally having a thermal insulation lining, vaporizing the carbon precursor in the reaction zone at a very high temperature, preferably 4000° C.

Abstract: A compact disc case of the type that is in general use, having a lid hinged to its tray, as well as cab storage unit therefore. The compact disc case has a gripper strip located rearwardly of the hinge axis; and a resilient latch for unlocking the lid from the tray. There is also a resilient members which urges the lid to an open position and moves the lid to the open position upon release of the resilient latch. The compact disc casing cabinet works in combination with the compact disc case. The compact disc casing cabinet also has a releasable latch such that when the releasable latch is released the compact disc casing is moved forwardly by a resilient element with respect to the slot to permit opening of the casing without its removal from the slot.