Nanotechnology Books
IWA Publishing Detection of Pathogens in Water Using Micro and Nano-Technology
Book SynopsisDetection of Pathogens in Water Using Micro and Nano-Technology aims to promote the uptake of innovative micro and nano-technological approaches towards the development of an integrated, cost-effective nano-biological sensor useful for security and environmental assays. The book describes the concerted efforts of a large European research project and the achievements of additional leading research groups. The reported knowledge and expertise should support in the innovation and integration of often separated unitary processes. Sampling, cell lysis and DNA/RNA extraction, DNA hybridisation detection micro- and nanosensors, microfluidics, together also with computational modelling and risk assessment can be integrated in the framework of the current and evolving European regulations and needs. The development and uptake of molecular methods is revolutionizing the field of waterborne pathogens detection, commonly performed with time-consuming cultural methods. The molecular detection methods are enabling the development of integrated instruments based on biosensor that will ultimately automate the full pathway of the microbiological analysis of water. Editors: Giampaolo Zuccheri, University of Bologna, Italy and Nikolaos Asproulis, Cranfield University, UK Table of ContentsContents: Overview of European regulation and standards on microbiological water analysis; Risk analysis of bio-terroristic attacks on drinking water systems; Sample collection procedures for Online Contaminant Monitoring System; A device to extract highly diluted specimens out of large volumes of water for analysis in lab-on-a-chip detection systems; Sustainable DNA/RNA release methods for in-line waterborne pathogen screening devices; The microsystem based core of the DINAMICS water testing system: Design considerations and realization of the chip units; Electrochemical biosensor strategies for pathogen detection in water security; Biochemical and Nanotechnological Strategies for Signal Enhancement in the Detection of Nucleic Acids with biosensors; Computational modelling of aqueous environments in micro and nanochannels; Computational recipes of transport phenomena in micro and nanofluidics; Multi-detection of waterborne pathogens in raw and treated water samples by using ultrafiltration concentration and DNA array technology; Detection and enumeration of waterborne mycobacteria; New molecular technologies for the rapid detection of Legionella in water; Detection of virus in the water environment; Design of PCR primers for the detection of waterborne bacteria; Fluid structure and boundary slippage in nanoscale liquid films; Understanding slip at the nanoscale in fluid flows using atomistic simulations
£106.40
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Introduction To Nanotechnology
Book SynopsisThis textbook is conceived for a one-semester course at the upper undergraduate or freshman graduate level. The book was written With the fact that nanotechnology is a vast field where the applications range from paint to nanomedicine, through plasmonics and catalysis. An introductory course must be a compromise between a quantitative and a qualitative treatment. For that, this textbook is more quantitative than others in the market, which often do not treat the key concepts with enough depth. This textbook focuses on the key physical and chemical principles and uses many formulas and equations within with the one-semester time constraint.
£49.50
John Wiley & Sons Inc Microfluidic Devices in Nanotechnology Handbook 2 Volume Set
Book SynopsisThis two-volume set covers fundamental concepts and applications highlighting the synergy between microfluidics and nanotechnology. Volume 1 provides readers with up-to-date knowledge about fluid and particle kinetics, spatiotemporal control, fluid dynamics, residence time distribution and nanoparticle focusing within microfluidics. Volume 2 discusses its applications in fields ranging from chemistry, biology, molecular and cell biology, neuroscience, catalysis and nanomaterials synthesis. For nanomaterials chemists, this book provides an excellent source of information covering a wide variety of microfluidic-based approaches for synthesis of metallic as well as non metallic nanomaterials.
£217.76
John Wiley & Sons Inc Nanotechnology For Dummies
Book SynopsisThe world of nanotechnology is ever changing and evolving; this fun and friendly guide demystifies the topic for anyone interested in how molecule-sized machines and processes affect our everyday lives. The authors begin with explaining the background of nanotechnology and then examine industries that are affected by this technology.Table of ContentsForeword xxi Introduction 1 Part I: Nanotechnology Basics 5 Chapter 1: Introduction to Nanotechnology Concepts 7 Chapter 2: Who’s Doing What? 19 Chapter 3: Building Blocks: Nanomaterials 37 Chapter 4: Nano Tools 59 Chapter 5: Putting Nanotechnology to Work 77 Part II: Nano Applications 93 Chapter 6: Nanoscale Electronics 95 Chapter 7: Nanotechnology in Your House and Car 113 Chapter 8: When Nano Gets Personal 133 Chapter 9: Changing the Way We Do Medicine 159 Chapter 10: Saving Energy with Nano 181 Chapter 11: Improving the Environment 197 Chapter 12: Star Wars: Nano in Space and Defense 213 Part III: Nanotechnology and People 229 Chapter 13: Nano Ethics, Safety, and Regulations 231 Chapter 14: Making Nano Work for You: Education and Careers 245 Part IV: The Part of Tens 259 Chapter 15: Top Ten Nano Web Sites 261 Chapter 16: Ten Nano Universities 273 Chapter 17: Ten Interesting Nano Research Labs 287 Glossary 307 Index 313
£18.69
Taylor & Francis Ltd Biophysics and Nanotechnology of Ion Channels
Book SynopsisThis book provides a comprehensive review of the biophysics and nanotechnology of ion channels. It details the biological and physiological entities of ion channels in cells and addresses various physical perspectives of ion channel structures and functions. Naturally inbuilt and artificial applicable nanotechnologies of ion channels are modelled and explored. It discusses various methods that can be utilized toward understanding ion channel-based cellular diseases. Physical, biochemical, biomedical, and bioinformatics techniques are taken into consideration to enable the development of strategies to address therapeutic drug discovery and delivery.This book will be of interest to advanced undergraduate and graduate students in biophysics and related biomedical sciences in addition to researchers in the field and industry.Features: Provides a stimulating introduction to the structures and functions of ion channels of biological cell meTable of ContentsChapter 1 Ion Channels - Physical Structures and Gating Mechanisms Chapter 2 Mitochondrial Membrane Channels - Physical Structures and Gating Mechanisms Chapter 3 Ion Channels of the Nuclear Membrane - Physical Structures and Gating Mechanisms Chapter 4 Artificial Ion Channels Chapter 5 Nonchannel Membrane Gating Chapter 6 Ion Channel Energetics Chapter 7 Nanotechnology of Ion Channels Chapter 8 Channelopathies and Ion Channels as Therapeutic Targets Chapter 9 Bioinformatics of Ion channels: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning Chapter 10 Quantum Mechanics of Ion Channels
£43.69
Cambridge University Press XRays and Extreme Ultraviolet Radiation
Book SynopsisWith this fully updated second edition, readers will gain a detailed understanding of the physics and applications of modern X-ray and EUV radiation sources. Taking into account the most recent improvements in capabilities, coverage is expanded to include new chapters on free electron lasers (FELs), laser high harmonic generation (HHG), X-ray and EUV optics, and nanoscale imaging; a completely revised chapter on spatial and temporal coherence; and extensive discussion of the generation and applications of femtosecond and attosecond techniques. Readers will be guided step by step through the mathematics of each topic, with over 300 figures, 50 reference tables and 600 equations enabling easy understanding of key concepts. Homework problems, a solutions manual for instructors, and links to YouTube lectures accompany the book online. This is the ''go-to'' guide for graduate students, researchers and industry practitioners interested in X-ray and EUV interaction with matter.Trade Review'A very clear, comprehensive and updated presentation of the basic physical properties and applications of XUV and X-ray radiation. I highly recommend the book for graduate students and anyone working in this fast growing field of research.' Claudio Pellegrini, University of California, Los Angeles, SLAC'… an exhaustive introduction … a 'must have' on the shelf of every student in experimental condensed matter physics and, more in general, of any scientist committed to synchrotron and free electron laser radiation experiments.' Erik Vesselli, Nuclear Instruments and Methods in Physics ResearchTable of Contents1. Introduction; 2. Radiation and scattering at EUV and X-ray wavelengths; 3. Wave propagation and refractive index at X-ray and EUV wavelengths; 4. Coherence at short wavelengths; 5. Synchrotron radiation; 6. X-ray and EUV free electron lasers; 7. Laser high harmonic generation; 8. Physics of hot dense plasmas; 9. Extreme ultraviolet and soft X-ray lasers; 10. X-ray and extreme ultraviolet optics; 11. X-ray and EUV imaging.
£62.69
John Wiley & Sons Inc Application of Nanotechnology in Water Research
Book SynopsisIn water research, nanotechnology is applied to develop more cost-effective and high-performance water treatment systems, as well as to provide instant and continuous ways to monitor water quality. This title presents an array of nanotechnology research in water applications including treatment, remediation, sensing, and pollution prevention.Table of ContentsPreface xix Part 1: General 1 1 Nanotechnology and Water: Ethical and Regulatory Considerations 3 Jillian Gardner and Ames Dhai 1.1 Introduction 3 1.2 Ethics and Nanotechnology 4 1.3 Legal and Regulatory Issues and Concerns Related to the Application of Nanotechnology in the Water Sector 14 1.4 Nanotechnology, Water and Human Health Research 17 1.5 Conclusion 18 References 19 2 Nanoparticles Released into Water Systems from Nanoproducts and Structural Nanocomposites Applications 21 James Njuguna, Laura Gendre and Sophia Sachse 2.1 Introduction 21 2.2 Case Study on Polyurethane/Organically-Modified Montmorillonite (PU/OMMT) Nanofoam Nanoparticles in Water Suspension 23 2.3 Methodology 25 2.4 Results and Discussion 27 2.5 Conclusion 32 Acknowledgement 33 References 33 Part 2: Remediation 37 3 Prospects for Immobilization of Microbial Sorbents on Carbon Nanotubes for Biosorption: Bioremediation of Heavy Metals Polluted Water 39 E. Fosso-Kankeu, A.F. Mulaba-Bafubiandi and A.K. Mishra 3.1 Dispersion of Metal Pollutants in Water Sources 40 3.2 Removal of Metal by Conventional Methods 41 3.3 Microbial Sorbents for Removal of Toxic Heavy Metals from Water 42 3.4 Immobilization of Microbial Sorbents on CNTs 50 3.5 Conclusion 54 References 54 4 Plasma Technology: A New Remediation for Water Purification with or without Nanoparticles 63 Pankaj Attri, Bharti Arora, Rohit Bhatia, P. Venkatesu and Eun Ha Choi 4.1 Introduction 63 4.2 Water Purification Using Advanced Oxidation Processes (AOP) 64 4.3 Nanoparticle Synthesis Using Plasma and Its Application towards Water Purification 65 4.4 Application of Plasma for Water Purification 67 4.5 Combined Action of Nanoparticles and Plasma for Water Purification 73 4.6 Conclusion 74 References 75 5 Polysaccharide-Based Nanosorbents in Water Remediation 79 R.B. Shrivastava, P. Singh, J. Bajpai and A.K. Bajpai 5.1 Introduction 80 5.2 Water Pollution 81 5.3 Hazardous Effects of Toxic Metal Ions 85 5.4 Technologies for Water Remediation 87 5.5 Shortcomings of the Technologies Used for Water Remediation 89 5.6 Nanotechnology 90 5.7 Polysaccharides 95 5.8 Advantages of Using Polysaccharides for Removal of Toxic Metal Ions 104 5.9 Brief Review of the Work Done 106 References 107 Part 3: Membranes & Carbon Nanotubes 115 6 The Use of Carbonaceous Nanomembrane Filter for Organic Waste Removal 117 Farheen Khan, Rizwan Wahab, Mohd. Rashid, Asif Khan, Asma Khatoon, Javed Musarrat and Abdulaziz A.Al-Khedhairy 6.1 Introduction 118 6.2 Organic Wastes and Organic Pollutant 120 6.3 Low-Cost Adsorbents 123 6.4 Heavy Metals 124 6.5 Composite Materials 127 6.6 Carbonaceous Materials 128 6.7 Experimental 132 6.8 Nanomaterials 136 6.9 Summary and Future Directions 139 References 139 7 Carbon Nanotubes in the Removal of Heavy Metal Ions from Aqueous Solution 153 M.A. Mamo and A.K. Mishra 7.1 Introduction 153 7.2 Synthesis of CNTs 155 7.3 Functionalization of Carbon Nanotubes 155 7.4 Adsorption of Heavy Metal Ions on Carbon Nanotubes 160 7.5 Competitive Adsorption 165 7.6 Summary and Conclusion 168 References 168 8 Application of Carbon Nanotube-Polymer Composites and Carbon Nanotube-Semiconductor Hybrids in Water Treatment 183 G. Mamba, X.Y. Mbianda and A.K. Mishra 8.1 Introduction 183 8.2 Classification of Dyes 184 8.3 Conventional Treatment Technologies for Textile Effluent 190 8.4 Conclusion 220 Acknowledgements 221 References 222 9 Advances in Nanotechnologies for Point-of-Use and Point-of-Entry Water Purification 229 Sabelo Dalton Mhlanga and Edward Ndumiso Nxumalo 9.1 Introduction 230 9.2 Nanotechnology-Enabled POU/POE Systems for Drinking Water Treatment 233 9.3 Absorptive Nanocomposites Polymers Based on Cyclodextrins 235 9.4 Nanotechnology-Based Membrane Filtration 244 9.5 Ceramic-Based Filters and Nanofibers 254 9.6 Challenges and Opportunities 259 References 262 Part 4: Nanomaterials 269 10 Mesoporous Materials as Potential Absorbents for Water Purification 271 Ephraim Vunain and Reinout Meijboom 10.1 Introduction 271 10.2 Generalized Synthesis of Mesoporous Materials 272 10.3 Common Method of Synthesizing Silicate Mesoporous Molecular Sieves 276 10.4 Adsorption of Heavy Metals 280 10.5 Conclusions 282 References 283 11 Removal of Fluoride from Potable Water Using Smart Nanomaterial as Adsorbent 285 Dinesh Kumar and Vaishali Tomar 11.1 Introduction 286 11.2 Technologies for Defluoridation 289 11.3 Conclusions 303 Acknowledgement 303 References 303 12 Chemical Nanosensors for Monitoring Environmental Pollution 309 Sadanand Pandey and Shivani B Mishra 12.1 Introduction 309 12.2 Conclusion 325 12.3 Challenges and Future Prospect 326 Acknowledgements 327 References 327 13 Reduction of 4-Nitrophenol as a Model Reaction for Nanocatalysis 333 Jihyang Noh and Reinout Meijboom 13.1 Introduction 333 13.2 Kinetic Evaluation and Mechanism of 4-NP Reduction 337 13.3 Effect of Various Conditions 360 13.4 Synthetic Methods of Metal Nanocomposites and Their 4-NP Catalysis 364 13.5 Conclusion 395 References 395 Part 5: Water Treatment 407 14 Doped Diamond Electrodes for Water Treatment 409 Qingyi Shao, Guangwen Wang, Cairu Shao, Juan Zhang and Shejun Hu 14.1 Introduction 410 14.2 Calculation Method 414 14.3 Calculation Results and Discussions 416 14.4 Conclusions 428 References 430 15 Multifunctional Silver, Copper and Zero Valent Iron Metallic Nanoparticles for Wastewater Treatment 435 S.C.G. Kiruba Daniel, S. Malathi, S. Balasubramanian, M. Sivakumar and T. Anitha Sironmani 15.1 Introduction 436 15.2 Metal Nanoparticles and Microbial Inactivation 437 15.3 Metal Nanoparticles for Heavy Metal and Dye Removal 441 15.4 Multifunctional Hybrid Nanoparticles – Ag, Cu and ZVI 443 15.5 Mechanism of Action 445 15.6 Concluding Remarks and Future Trends 448 Acknowledgement 448 References 448 16 Iron Oxide Materials for Photo-Fenton Conversion of Water Pollutants 459 S.A.C. Carabineiro, A.M.T. Silva, C.G. Silva, R.A. Segundo, P.B. Tavares, N. Bogdanchikova, J.L. Figueiredo and J.L. Faria 16.1 Introduction 460 16.2 Experimental 461 16.3 Results and Discussion 463 16.4 Conclusions 471 Acknowledgments 472 References 472 17 Nanomaterials with Uniform Composition in Wastewater Treatment and Their Applications 475 Farheen Khan and Rizwan Wahab 17.1 Introduction 476 17.2 Experimental 488 17.3 Effects of Pollutants on Health and the Environment 490 17.4 Summary and Future Directions 499 References 500 Index 513
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Applied Nanoindentation in Advanced Materials
Book SynopsisApplied Nanoindentation in Advanced Materials is a comprehensive, self-contained reference covering applied aspects of nanoindentation in advanced materials. With contributions from leading researchers in the field, this book is divided into three parts.Table of ContentsList of Contributors xvii Preface xxiii Part I 1 1 Determination of Residual Stresses by Nanoindentation 3P-L. Larsson 1.1 Introduction 3 1.2 Theoretical Background 5 1.3 Determination of Residual Stresses 12 1.3.1 Low Hardening Materials and Equi-biaxial Stresses 12 1.3.2 General Residual Stresses 13 1.3.3 Strain-hardening Effects 15 1.3.4 Conclusions and Remarks 15 References 16 2 Nanomechanical Characterization of Carbon Films 19Ben D. Beake and TomaszW. Liskiewicz 2.1 Introduction 19 2.1.1 Types of DLC Coatings and their Mechanical Properties 19 2.1.2 Carbon Films Processing Methods 20 2.1.3 Residual Stresses in Carbon Films 21 2.1.4 Friction Properties of Carbon Films 22 2.1.5 Multilayering Strategies 23 2.1.6 Applications of Carbon Films 24 2.1.7 Optimization/testing Challenges 24 2.2 Factors Influencing Reliable and Comparable Hardness and Elastic Modulus Determination 24 2.2.1 The International Standard for Depth-sensing Indentation: EN ISO 14577–4 : 2007 24 2.2.2 Challenges in Ultra-thin Films 27 2.2.3 Indenter Geometry 28 2.2.4 Surface Roughness 28 2.3 Deformation in Indentation Contact 30 2.3.1 The Relationship Between H/E and Plastic and ElasticWork in Nanoindentation 30 2.3.2 Variation in H/E and Plasticity Index for Different DLC Films 31 2.3.3 Cracking and Delamination 32 2.3.4 Coatings on Si: Si Phase Transformation 33 2.4 Nano-scratch Testing 34 2.4.1 Scan Speed and Loading Rate 35 2.4.2 Influence of Probe Radius 36 2.4.3 Contact Pressure 36 2.4.4 Role of the Si Substrate in Nano-scratch Testing 38 2.4.5 Failure Behaviour of ta-C on Si 40 2.4.6 Film Stress and Thickness 43 2.4.7 Repetitive Nano-wear by Multi-pass Nano-scratch Tests 44 2.4.8 Load Dependence of Friction 46 2.5 Impact and Fatigue Resistance of DLC Films Using Nano-impact Testing 46 2.5.1 Compositionally Graded a-C and a-C:H Coatings on M42 Tool Steel 49 2.5.2 DLC/Cr Coating on Steel 51 2.5.3 PACVD a-C:H Coatings on M2 Steel 51 2.5.4 DLC Films on Si-film Thickness, Probe Geometry, Impact Force and Interfacial Toughness 52 2.6 Wear Resistance of Amorphous Carbon Films Using Nano-fretting Testing 54 2.6.1 Nano-fretting: State-of-the-art 55 2.6.2 Nano-fretting of Thin DLC Films on Si 55 2.6.3 Nano-fretting of DLC Coatings on Steel 57 2.7 Conclusion 58 References 59 3 Mechanical Evaluation of Nanocoatings under Extreme Environments for Application in Energy Systems 69E.J. Rubio, G. Martinez, S.K. Gullapalli, M. Noor-A-Alam and C.V. Ramana 3.1 Introduction 69 3.2 Thermal Barrier Coatings 70 3.2.1 Nanoindentation Characterization of TBCs 72 3.2.2 Mechanical Properties of Hafnium-based TBCs 74 3.3 Nanoindentation Evaluation of Coatings for Nuclear Power Generation Applications 76 3.3.1 Evaluation ofW-based Materials for Nuclear Application 77 3.4 Conclusions and Outlook 80 Acknowledgments 81 References 81 4 Evaluation of the Nanotribological Properties of Thin Films 83ShojiroMiyake and MeiWang 4.1 Introduction 83 4.2 Evaluation Methods of Nanotribology 83 4.3 Nanotribology Evaluation Methods and Examples 84 4.3.1 Nanoindentation Evaluation 84 4.3.2 Nanowear and Friction Evaluation 88 4.3.2.1 Nanowear Properties 89 4.3.2.2 Frictional Properties with Different Lubricants 91 4.3.2.3 Nanowear and Frictional Properties, Evaluated with and without Vibrations 95 4.3.3 Evaluation of the Force Modulation 98 4.3.4 Evaluation of the Mechanical and Other Physical Properties 102 4.4 Conclusions 108 References 108 5 Nanoindentation on Tribological Coatings 111Francisco J.G. Silva 5.1 Introduction 111 5.2 Relevant Properties on Coatings for Tribological Applications 116 5.3 How can Nanoindentation Help Researchers to Characterize Coatings? 116 5.3.1 Thin Coatings Nanoindentation Procedures 118 5.3.2 Hardness Determination 120 5.3.3 Young’s Modulus Determination 123 5.3.4 Tensile Properties Determination 124 5.3.5 Fracture Toughness inThin Films 125 5.3.6 Coatings Adhesion Analysis 126 5.3.7 Stiffness and Other Mechanical Properties 127 5.3.8 Simulation and Models Applied to Nanoindentation 128 References 129 6 Nanoindentation of Macro-porous Materials for Elastic Modulus and Hardness Determination 135Zhangwei Chen 6.1 Introduction 135 6.1.1 Nanoindentation Fundamentals for Dense Materials 135 6.1.2 Introduction to Porous Materials 137 6.1.3 Studies of Elastic Properties of Porous Materials 138 6.2 Nanoindentation of Macro-porous Bulk Ceramics 140 6.3 Nanoindentation of Bone Materials 143 6.4 Nanoindentation of Macro-porous Films 144 6.4.1 Substrate Effect 145 6.4.2 Densification Effect 147 6.4.3 Surface Roughness Effect 149 6.5 Concluding Remarks 151 Acknowledgements 151 References 151 7 Nanoindentation Applied to DC Plasma Nitrided Parts 157Silvio Francisco Brunatto and CarlosMaurício Lepienski 7.1 Introduction 157 7.2 Basic Aspects of DC Plasma Nitrided Parts 160 7.2.1 The Potential Distribution for an Abnormal Glow Discharge 160 7.2.2 Plasma-surface Interaction in Cathode Surface 161 7.2.3 Electrical Configuration Modes in DC Plasma Nitriding 162 7.3 Basic Aspects of Nanoindentation in Nitrided Surfaces 163 7.4 Examples of Nanoindentation Applied to DC Plasma Nitrided Parts 167 7.4.1 Mechanical Polishing: Nanoindentation in Niobium 169 7.4.2 Surface Roughness: Nanoindentation in DC Plasma Nitrided Parts 170 7.4.2.1 Nanoindentation in DC Plasma Nitrided Niobium 170 7.4.2.2 Nanoindentation in DC Plasma Nitrided Titanium 174 7.4.2.3 Nanoindentation in DC Plasma Nitrided Martensitic Stainless Steel 175 7.4.3 Nitrogen-concentration Gradients: Nanoindentation in DC Plasma Nitrided Tool Steel 176 7.4.4 Crystallographic Orientation: Nanoindentation in DC Plasma Nitrided Austenitic Stainless Steels 177 7.5 Conclusion 178 Acknowledgements 179 References 179 8 Nanomechanical Properties of Defective Surfaces 183Oscar Rodríguez de la Fuente 8.1 Introduction 183 8.1.1 The Role of Surface Defects in Plasticity 183 8.1.2 Experimental Techniques for Visualization and Generation of Surface Defects 184 8.1.3 Approaches to Study and Probe Nanomechanical Properties 185 8.2 Homogeneous and Heterogeneous Dislocation Nucleation 186 8.2.1 Homogeneous Dislocation Nucleation 186 8.2.2 Heterogeneous Dislocation Nucleation 188 8.3 Surface Steps 190 8.3.1 Studies on Surface Steps 191 8.4 Subsurface Defects 194 8.4.1 Sub-surface Vacancies 195 8.4.2 Sub-surface Impurities and Dislocations 195 8.5 Rough Surfaces 197 8.6 Conclusions 200 Acknowledgements 200 References 200 9 Viscoelastic and Tribological Behavior of Al2O3 Reinforced Toughened Epoxy Hybrid Nanocomposites 205Mandhakini Mohandas and AlagarMuthukaruppan 9.1 Introduction 205 9.2 Experimental 206 9.2.1 Materials 206 9.2.2 FTIR Analysis 208 9.2.3 Results and Discussion 209 9.2.3.1 Viscoeleastic Properties 210 9.2.3.2 Hardness and Modulus by Nanoindentation 214 9.3 Conclusion 219 References 220 10 Nanoindentation of Hybrid Foams 223Anne Jung, Zhaoyu Chen and Stefan Diebels 10.1 Introduction 223 10.1.1 Motivation 223 10.1.2 State of the art of Nanoindentation of Metal and Metal Foam 226 10.2 Sample Material and Preparation 230 10.2.1 Al Material and Coating Process 230 10.2.2 Sample Preparation for Nanoindentation 231 10.3 Nanoindentation Experiments 232 10.3.1 Experimental Setup 232 10.3.2 Results and Discussion 232 10.4 Conclusions and Outlook 239 Acknowledgements 240 References 240 11 AFM-based Nanoindentation of Cellulosic Fibers 247Christian Ganser and Christian Teichert 11.1 Introduction 247 11.2 Experimental 248 11.2.1 AFM Instrumentation 248 11.2.2 AFM-based Nanoindentation 250 11.2.3 Comparison with Results of Classical NI 255 11.2.4 Sample Preparation 256 11.3 Mechanical Properties of Cellulose Fibers 257 11.3.1 Pulp Fibers 257 11.3.2 Swollen Viscose Fibers 259 11.4 Conclusions and Outlook 265 Acknowledgments 265 References 266 12 Evaluation of Mechanical and Tribological Properties of Coatings for Stainless Steel 269A.Mina, J.C. Caicedo,W. Aperador, M. Mozafari and H.H. Caicedo 12.1 Introduction 269 12.2 Experimental Details 270 12.3 Results and Discussion 271 12.3.1 Crystal Lattice Arrangement of β-TCP/Ch Coatings 271 12.3.2 Surface Coating Analysis 272 12.3.3 Morphological Analysis of the β-TCP-Ch Coatings 274 12.3.4 Mechanical Properties 276 12.3.5 Tribological Properties 279 12.3.6 SurfaceWear Analysis 280 12.3.7 Adhesion Behaviour 281 12.4 Conclusions 283 Acknowledgements 283 References 283 13 Nanoindentation in Metallic Glasses 287Vahid Nekouie, Anish Roy and Vadim V. Silberschmidt 13.1 Introduction 287 13.1.1 Motivation 287 13.1.2 Nanoindentation Studies of Metallic Glasses 288 13.1.2.1 Pile-up and Sink-in 291 13.1.2.2 Indentation Size Effect 293 13.2 Experimental Studies 296 13.2.1 Nano Test Platform III Indentation System 296 13.2.2 Calibration 297 13.2.2.1 Frame Compliance 298 13.2.2.2 Cross-hair Calibration 298 13.2.2.3 Indenter Area Function 298 13.2.3 Experimental Procedure 301 13.2.4 Results and Discussion 301 13.3 Conclusions 307 References 308 Part II 313 14 Molecular Dynamics Modeling of Nanoindentation 315C.J. Ruestes, E.M. Bringa, Y. Gao and H.M. Urbassek 14.1 Introduction 315 14.2 Methods 316 14.2.1 The Indentation Tip 318 14.2.2 Control Methods Used in Experiment and in MD Simulations 319 14.2.3 Penetration Rate 320 14.3 Interatomic Potentials 321 14.3.1 Elastic Constants 321 14.3.2 Generalized Stacking Fault Energies 322 14.4 Elastic Regime 324 14.5 The Onset of Plasticity 325 14.5.1 Evolution of the Dislocation Network 325 14.5.2 Contact Area and Hardness 327 14.5.3 Indentation Rate Effect 328 14.5.4 Tip Diameter Effect 329 14.6 The Plastic Zone: Dislocation Activity 329 14.6.1 Face-centered Cubic Metals 329 14.6.2 Body-centered Cubic Metals 330 14.6.3 Quantification of Dislocation Length and Density 331 14.6.4 Pile-up 333 14.6.5 Geometrically-necessary Dislocations and the Identification of Intrinsic Length-scales from Hardness Simulations 334 14.7 Outlook 336 Acknowledgements 337 References 337 15 Continuum Modelling and Simulation of Indentation in Transparent Single Crystalline Minerals and Energetic Solids 347J.D. Clayton, B.B. Aydelotte, R. Becker, C.D. Hilton and J. Knap 15.1 Introduction 347 15.2 Theory: MaterialModelling 349 15.2.1 General Multi-field Continuum Theory 349 15.2.2 Crystal Plasticity Theory 350 15.2.3 Phase FieldTheory for Twinning 351 15.3 Application: Indentation of RDX Single Crystals 352 15.3.1 Review of PriorWork 353 15.3.2 New Results and Analysis 354 15.4 Application: Indentation of Calcite Single Crystals 356 15.4.1 Review of PriorWork 359 15.4.2 New Results and Analysis 361 15.5 Conclusions 364 Acknowledgements 365 References 365 16 NanoindentationModeling: From Finite Element to Atomistic Simulations 369Daniel Esqué- de los Ojos and Jordi Sort 16.1 Introduction 369 16.2 Scaling and Dimensional Analysis Applied to IndentationModelling 370 16.2.1 Geometrical Similarity of Indenter Tips 370 16.2.2 Dimensional Analysis 371 16.2.3 Dimensional Analysis Applied to Extraction of Mechanical Properties 372 16.3 Finite Element Simulations of Advanced Materials 374 16.3.1 Nanocrystalline Porous Materials and Pressure-sensitive Models 375 16.3.2 Finite Element Simulations of 1D Structures: Nanowires 378 16.3.3 Continuum Crystal Plasticity Finite Element Simulations: Nanoindentation of Thin Solid Films 380 16.4 Nucleation and Interaction of Dislocations During Single Crystal Nanoindentaion: Atomistic Simulations 383 16.4.1 Dislocation Dynamics Simulations 383 16.4.2 Molecular Dynamics Simulations 385 References 386 17 Nanoindentation in silico of Biological Particles 393Olga Kononova, Kenneth A. Marx and Valeri Barsegov 17.1 Introduction 393 17.2 ComputationalMethodology of Nanoindentation in silico 395 17.2.1 Molecular Modelling of Biological Particles 395 17.2.2 Coarse-graining: Self-organized Polymer (SOP) Model 396 17.2.3 MultiscaleModeling Primer: SOP Model Parameterization for Microtubule Polymers 398 17.2.4 Using Graphics Processing Units as Performance Accelerators 399 17.2.5 Virtual AFM Experiment: Forced Indentation in silico of Biological Particles 401 17.3 Biological Particles 403 17.3.1 Cylindrical Particles: Microtubule Polymers 403 17.3.2 Spherical Particles: CCMV Shell 404 17.4 Nanoindentation in silico: Probing Reversible Changes in Near-equilibrium Regime 406 17.4.1 Probing Reversible Transitions 406 17.4.2 Studying Near-equilibrium Dynamics 407 17.5 Application of in silico Nanoindentation: Dynamics of Deformation of MT and CCMV 409 17.5.1 Long Polyprotein – Microtubule Protofilament 409 17.5.2 Cylindrical Particle – Microtubule Polymer 411 17.5.3 Spherical Particle – CCMV Protein Shell 416 17.6 Concluding Remarks 421 References 424 18 Modeling and Simulations in Nanoindentation 429Yi Sun and Fanlin Zeng 18.1 Introduction 429 18.2 Simulations of Nanoindention on Polymers 430 18.2.1 Models and Simulation Methods 430 18.2.2 Load-displacement Responses 431 18.2.3 Hardness and Young’s Modulus 433 18.2.4 The Mechanism of Mechanical Behaviours and Properties 437 18.3 Simulations of Nanoindention on Crystals 441 18.3.1 Models and Simulation Methods 442 18.3.2 The Load-displacement Responses 444 18.3.3 Dislocation Nucleation 446 18.3.4 Mechanism of Dislocation Emission 449 18.4 Conclusions 455 Acknowledgments 456 References 456 19 Nanoindentation of Advanced Ceramics: Applications to ZrO2 Materials 459Joan Josep Roa Rovira, Emilio Jiménez Piqué andMarc J. Anglada Gomila 19.1 Introduction 459 19.2 IndentationMechanics 460 19.2.1 Deformation Mechanics 460 19.2.2 Elastic Contact 461 19.2.3 Elasto/plastic Contact 462 19.3 Fracture Toughness 462 19.4 Coatings 463 19.4.1 Coating Hardness 463 19.4.2 Coating Elastic Modulus 464 19.5 Issues for Reproducible Results 464 19.6 Applications of Nanoindentation to Zirconia 465 19.6.1 Hardness and Elastic Modulus 466 19.6.2 Stress–strain Curve and Phase Transformation 467 19.6.3 Plastic Deformation Mechanisms 468 19.6.4 Mechanical Properties of Damaged Surfaces 468 19.6.5 Relation Between Microstructure and Local Mechanical Properties by Massive Nanoindentation Cartography 471 19.7 Conclusions 472 Acknowledgements 472 References 473 20 FEM Simulation of Nanoindentation 481F. Pöhl, W. Theisen and S. Huth 20.1 Introduction 481 20.2 Indentation of Isotropic Materials 482 20.3 Indentation of Thin Films 489 20.4 Indentation of a Hard Phase Embedded in Matrix 490 References 495 21 Investigations Regarding Plastic Flow Behaviour and Failure Analysis on CrAlN Thin Hard Coatings 501Jan Perne 21.1 Introduction 501 21.2 Description of the Method 501 21.2.1 Flow Curve Determination 502 21.2.1.1 Nanoindentation Step 502 21.2.1.2 Yield Strength Determination 502 21.2.1.3 Flow Curve Determination by Iterative Simulation 503 21.2.1.4 Determination of Strain Rate and Temperature Dependency 503 21.2.2 Failure Criterion Determination with Nano-scratch Analysis 503 21.3 Investigations into the CrAlN Coating System 504 21.3.1 Flow curve dependency on chemical composition and microstructure 504 21.3.2 Strain Rate Dependency of Different CrN-AlN Coating Systems 506 21.3.3 Failure criterion determination on a CrN/AlN nanolaminate 507 21.4 Concluding Remarks 509 References 511 22 Scale Invariant Mechanical Surface Optimization 513Norbert Schwarzer 22.1 Introduction 513 22.1.1 Interatomic Potential Description of Mechanical Material Behavior 513 22.1.2 The Effective Indenter Concept and Its Extension to Layered Materials 514 22.1.3 About Extensions of the Oliver and Pharr Method 514 22.1.3.1 Making the Classical Oliver and Pharr Method Fit for Time Dependent Mechanical Behavior 515 22.1.4 Introduction to the Physical Scratch and/or Tribological Test and its Analysis 515 22.1.5 Illustrative Hypothetical Example for Optimization Against Dust Impact 515 22.1.6 About the Influence of Intrinsic Stresses 516 22.2 Theory 517 22.2.1 First Principle Based Interatomic Potential Description of Mechanical Material Behavior 517 22.2.2 The Effective Indenter Concept 521 22.2.3 An Oliver and Pharr Method for Time Dependent Layered Materials 522 22.2.4 Theory for the Physical Scratch and/or Tribological Test 533 22.2.5 From Quasi-Static Experiments and Parameters to DynamicWear, Fretting and Tribological Tests 534 22.2.6 Including Biaxial Intrinsic Stresses 537 22.3 The Procedure 540 22.4 Discussion by Means of Examples 544 22.5 Conclusions 555 Acknowledgements 555 Referencess 556 23 Modelling and Simulations of Nanoindentation in Single Crystals 561Qiang Liu,Murat Demiral, Anish Roy and Vadim V. Silberschmidt 23.1 Introduction 561 23.2 Review of IndentationModelling 564 23.3 Crystal PlasticityModelling of Nanoindentation 565 23.3.1 Indentation of F.C.C. Copper Single Crystal 567 23.3.2 Indentation of B.C.C. Ti-64 569 23.3.3 Indentation of B.C.C. Ti-15-3-3 571 23.4 Conclusions 573 References 574 24 Computer Simulation and Experimental Analysis of Nanoindentation Technique 579A. Karimzadeh,M.R. Ayatollahi and A. Rahimi 24.1 Introduction 579 24.2 Finite Element Simulation for Nanoindentation 580 24.3 Finite Element Modeling 580 24.3.1 Geometry 580 24.3.2 Material Characteristics 581 24.3.3 Boundary Condition 582 24.3.4 Interaction 582 24.3.5 Meshing 582 24.4 Verification of Finite Element Simulation 583 24.4.1 Nanoindentation Experiment on Al 1100 584 24.4.2 Comparison Between Simulation and Experimental Results for Al 1100 584 24.4.2.1 Load-displacement 584 24.4.2.2 Hardness 588 24.5 Molecular Dynamic Modeling for Nanoindentation 591 24.5.1 Simulation Procedure 592 24.6 Results of Molecular Dynamic Simulation 595 24.7 Conclusions 597 References 597 25 Atomistic Simulations of Adhesion, Indentation andWear at Nanoscale 601Jun Zhong, Donald J. Siegel, Louis G. Hector, Jr. and James B. Adams 25.1 Introduction 601 25.2 Methodologies 604 25.2.1 Density FunctionalTheory 604 25.2.1.1 The Exchange–correlation Functional 605 25.2.1.2 PlaneWaves and Supercell 606 25.2.2 Pseudopotential Approximation 606 25.2.3 Molecular Dynamics 607 25.2.3.1 Equations of Motion 607 25.2.3.2 Algorithms 608 25.2.3.3 Statistical Ensembles 608 25.2.3.4 Interatomic Potentials 608 25.2.3.5 Ab initio Molecular Dynamics 609 25.2.4 Some Commercial Software 611 25.2.4.1 The VASP 611 25.2.4.2 The LAMMPS 611 25.3 Density Functional Study of Adhesion at the Metal/Ceramic Interfaces 612 25.3.1 Calculations 612 25.3.2 Effect of Surface Energies in theWsep 614 25.3.3 Conclusions 615 25.4 Molecular Dynamics Simulations of Nanoindentation 616 25.4.1 Empirical Modeling 616 25.4.1.1 Modeling Geometry and Simulation Procedures 617 25.4.1.2 Results and discussions 618 25.4.1.3 Conclusions 622 25.4.2 Ab initio Modeling 622 25.4.2.1 Modeling Geometry and Simulation Procedures 622 25.4.2.2 Results and Discussions 624 25.5 Molecular Dynamics Simulations of AdhesiveWear on the Al-substrate 628 25.5.1 Modeling Geometry and Simulation Procedures 629 25.5.2 Results and Discussions 630 25.5.2.1 One CommonWear Sequence 630 25.5.2.2 Thermal Analysis for theWear Sequence 631 25.5.2.3 Wear Rate Analyses 632 25.6 Summary and Prospect 636 Acknowledgments 638 References 638 26 Multiscale Model for Nanoindentation in Polymer and Polymer Nanocomposites 647Rezwanur Rahman 26.1 Introduction 647 26.2 Modeling Scheme 648 26.2.1 Details of the MD Simulation 649 26.3 Nanoindentation Test 650 26.4 Theoretically and Experimentally Determined Result 651 26.5 Multiscale of Complex Heterogeneous Materials 651 26.5.1 Introduction to Peridynamics 652 26.5.2 Nonlocal Multiscale Modeling using Peridynamics: Linking Macro- to Nano-scales 654 26.6 MultiscaleModeling for Nanoindentation in Epoxy: EPON 862 655 26.7 UnifiedTheory for MultiscaleModeling 658 26.8 Conclusion 658 References 659 Index 663
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PublicAffairs,U.S. Radical Abundance: How a Revolution in
Book SynopsisK. Eric Drexler is the founding father of nanotechnology,the science of engineering on a molecular level. In Radical Abundance , he shows how rapid scientific progress is about to change our world. Thanks to atomically precise manufacturing, we will soon have the power to produce radically more of what people want, and at a lower cost. The result will shake the very foundations of our economy and environment.Already, scientists have constructed prototypes for circuit boards built of millions of precisely arranged atoms. The advent of this kind of atomic precision promises to change the way we make things,cleanly, inexpensively, and on a global scale. It allows us to imagine a world where solar arrays cost no more than cardboard and aluminum foil, and laptops cost about the same.A provocative tour of cutting edge science and its implications by the field's founder and master, Radical Abundance offers a mind-expanding vision of a world hurtling toward an unexpected future.Trade ReviewKirkus"A stimulating tour through current thinking about and future possibilities for nanotechnology, from one of its creators... A crackerjack piece of science and technology writing." Albany Times Union"K. Eric Drexler writes in his accessible new book "Radical Abundance" that the digital revolution is about to give way to a form of production that will radically transform the world economy and that could also save the environment: nanotechnology, or more specifically, atomically precise manufacturing." Nature Magazine"Nanotechnology pioneer Eric Drexler bids us to leap in at the technological deep end. We can transform the way we make everything from bridges to circuit boards, he argues, by harnessing molecular machines that operate on digital principles. The result? Desktop or garage facilities that use less fuel, land and energy than today's vast factories and supply chains. The technical and political challenges of unleashing 'atomically precise manufacturing' are substantial, but Drexler cuts deftly through the complexities."
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World Scientific Europe Ltd Size Really Does Matter: The Nanotechnology
Book Synopsis'The text is lightly written but, underneath the entertaining gloss of anecdote and personal detail, this is actually an intensely serious and carefully constructed book, aimed at informing the educated public about science in general and nanotechnology in particular. It is attractively produced, with innumerable well-captioned coloured images … To my mind, Colm Durkan has succeeded in combining the accessible style of the best science journalists with the authority and vision that come from being a successful scientist and an expert in his field.'Contemporary PhysicsNanotechnology is a buzz word many of us have heard but are uncertain what it really means. This book works to dispel the myths and unravel the truth about this branch of science and technology that has already touched many aspects of our lives, from cheaper and faster medical diagnostic tools and more effective ways to deliver existing ones to helping to create new medicines and electronic devices.Size Really Does Matter starts by looking at the science and history of nanotechnology, followed by real-life examples of how it is used, what cutting-edge research is being carried out and why, and potential risks of this exciting new technology.It is written in an accessible style with genuine enthusiasm for the topics it addresses, including how nanotechnology hopes to address problems in several fields, such as cancer research, novel devices, new materials and improved manufacturing methods for existing products.Related Link(s)
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HarperCollins Publishers The Geckos Foot
Book SynopsisA cutting-edge science book in the style of Fermat's Last Theorem' and Chaos' from an exciting and accessible new voice in popular science writing.Bio-inspiration is a form of engineering but not in the conventional sense. Extending beyond our established and preconceived notions, scientists, architects and engineers are looking at imitating nature by manufacturing ''wet'' materials such as spider silk or the surface of the gecko''s foot.The amazing power of the gecko''s foot has long been known it can climb a vertical glass wall and even walk upside down on the ceiling but no ideas could be harnessed from it because its mechanism could not be seen with the power of optical microscopes. Recently however the secret was solved by a team of scientists in Oregon who established that the mechanism really is dry, and that it does not involve suction, capillary action or anything else the lay person might imagine. Each foot has half a million bristles and each bristle ramifies into hundredsTrade Review‘[Forbes has] An easy style and an innocence of jargon, and he treads softly on his scientists’ dreams. Forbes prefers the term “bio-inspiration” to “biomimetics”. The aim is not slavishly to imitate nature, but to learn from it to develop our own solutions to engineering problems. And he is surely right to pounce now, before inspiration turns to perspiration. He has succeeded splendidly.’ Hugh Aldersey-Williams, Independent ‘The book is a witty blend of anecdote and analysis.’ Rita Carter, Daily Mail ‘[Forbes] provides an illuminating discussion of the evolution of visual systems and the emergence of contemporary understandings of the nature of light.’ Dr Brendan Kelly, Sunday Business Post
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Compliant Mechanisms
Book SynopsisWith a rigorous and comprehensive coverage, the second edition of Compliant Mechanisms: Design of Flexure Hinges provides practical answers to the design and analysis of devices that incorporate flexible hinges. Complex-shaped flexible-hinge mechanisms are generated from basic elastic segments by means of a bottom-up compliance (flexibility) approach. The same compliance method and the classical finite element analysis are utilized to study the quasi-static and dynamic performances of these compliant mechanisms. This book offers easy-to-use mathematical tools to investigate a wealth of flexible-hinge configurations and two- or three-dimensional compliant mechanism applications.FEATURES Introduces a bottom-up compliance-based approach to characterize the flexibility of new and existing flexible hinges of straight- and curvilinear-axis configurations Develops a consistent linear lumped-parameter compliance model to thoroughly descriTable of ContentsChapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Compliances of Basic Flexible-Hinge Segments Chapter 3 Compliances of Straight-Axis Flexible Hinges Chapter 4 Compliances of Curvilinear-Axis Flexible Hinges Chapter 5 Quasi-Static Response of Serial Flexible-Hinge Mechanisms Chapter 6 Quasi-Static Response of Parallel Flexible-Hinge Mechanisms Chapter 7 Dynamics of Flexible-Hinge Mechanisms Chapter 8 Finite Element Analysis of Flexible-Hinge Mechanisms Chapter 9 Miscellaneous Topics
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CRC Press Quantum Nano Technologies for Photovoltaics
Book SynopsisOngoing concerns regarding greenhouse gas-related environmental effects, energy security, and the rising costs of conventional energy sources has led to sustained interest and growth in solar energy in general, and photovoltaics in particular. Exploring state-of-the-art developments from a practical point of view, Quantum and Nanotechnology for Photovoltaics is the 2nd Edition of the book and examines issues in increasing efficiency, decreasing costs, and how these two goals can be achieved in a single photovoltaic device leveraging emergent quantum and nanoscale phenomena. The book provides fundamental background, including new chapters on quantum physics, hot carrier solar cells, luminescent solar concentrators, and additional topics, and places research approaches within the proper physical context as related to photovoltaics performance enhancement. It reviews the applications of devices and their performance requirements, followed by coverage of thin films an
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CRC Press Carbon Nanomaterials Sourcebook
Book SynopsisThe Carbon Nanomaterials Sourcebook contains extensive, interdisciplinary coverage of carbon nanomaterials, encompassing the full scope of the fieldâfrom physics, chemistry, and materials science to molecular biology, engineering, and medicineâin two comprehensive volumes.Written in a tutorial style, this first volume of the sourcebook: Focuses on graphene, fullerenes, nanotubes, and nanodiamonds Describes the fundamental properties, growth mechanisms, and processing of each nanomaterial discussed Explores functionalization for electronic, energy, biomedical, and environmental applications Showcases materials with exceptional properties, synthesis methods, large-scale production techniques, and application prospects Provides the tools necessary for understanding current and future technology developments, including important equations, tables, and graphs Table of ContentsSuspended Graphene. Graphene Quantum Dots. Graphene Network. Covalently Functionalized Graphene. Few-Layer Graphene Oxide in Tribology. Graphene Oxide Nanodisks and Nanodots. Natural Graphene-Based Shungite Nanocarbon. Solid Fullerenes under Compression. Open-Cage Fullerenes. Endohedral Fullerenes: Optical Properties and Biomedical Applications. Carbon Nano-Onions. Endohedral Clusterfullerenes. CVD-Synthesized Carbon Nanotubes. Carbon Nanotube Fibers. Endohedrally Doped Carbon Nanotubes. Functionalized Carbon Nanotubes. Carbon Nanotube Networks. Carbon Nanotubes for Sensing Applications. Biomedical Carbon Nanotubes. Ultrashort Carbon Nanocapsules for Biomedicine. Detonation Nanodiamonds. Surface-Modified Nanodiamonds. Cargo-Delivering Nanodiamonds. Nanodiamonds in Biomedicine.
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CRC Press Nanofiltration Membranes
Book SynopsisCovering fabrication, characterization, and applications nanofiltration (NF) membranes, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of NF membrane technology over the past decade. It uniquely covers a variety of fabrication techniques, comparing the procedures of each technique to produce polymeric membranes of different morphologies. The book also discusses advances in the materials used in thin film composite (TFC) polyamide membrane fabrication and their influences on properties with respect to structural and separation characteristics. A comprehensive review on NF characterization methods and techniques is provided, assessing physical and chemical properties and separation characteristics and stability. Technical challenges in fabricating a new generation of NF membranes are also reviewed and the possible approaches to overcome the challenges are provided. The book concludes with relevant case studies on the use of NF membranes in industrial implementation of Trade Review"…readers can easily have an overview of the latest development of nanofiltration membranes." — Takeshi Matsuura, University of Ottawa, Canada"This book is an excellent source of information for someone who wants to know more about nanofiltration membranes. …the publication of this book is timely and should be a good reference book for many scientists and engineers. Each chapter is well explained and discussed, with an extensive list of references. Important figures and tables are provided, which make it easier for readers to understand the important principles and concepts of NF. Overall I found that this reference book is simple enough to understand, but also contains important information necessary to understand NF membranes. I would definitely suggest this book for those who wants to know more about NF." —Abdul Wahab Mohammad, National University of MalaysiaTable of ContentsIntroduction. Synthesis of Nanofiltration Membrane. Advanced Materials in Nanofiltration Membrane. Technical Challenges and Approaches in Fabricating Nanofiltration Membrane. Characterization of Nanofiltration Membrane. Applications
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CRC Press Adsorption and Transport at the Nanoscale
Book SynopsisNanoporous materials are used widely in industry as adsorbents, particularly for applications where selective adsorption of one fluid component from a mixture is important. Nanoscale structures are of increasing interest for micro- and nanofluidic devices. Computational methods have an important role to play in characterizing, understanding, and designing such materials. Adsorption and Transport at the Nanoscale gives a survey of computational methods and their applications in this burgeoning field.Beginning with an overview of adsorption and transport phenomena at the nanoscale, this book details several important simulation techniques for characterization and modeling of nanomaterials and surfaces. Expert contributors from Europe, Asia, and the US discuss topics including Monte Carlo simulation for modeling gas adsorption; experimental and simulation studies of aniline in activated carbon fibers; molecular simulation of templated mesoporous materials and adsorption of guesTable of ContentsAdsorption and Transport at the Nanoscale. Modelling Gas Adsorption in Slit-Pores using Monte Carlo Simulation. Effect of Confinement on Melting in Slit-Shaped Pores: Experimental and Simulation Study of Aniline in Activated Carbon Fibers. Synthesis and Characterization of Templated Mesoporous Materials using Molecular Simulation. Adsorption/Condensation of Xenon in Mesopores Having a Microporous Texture or a Surface Roughness. Molecular Simulation of Adsorption of Guest Molecules in Zeolitic Materials: A Comparative Study of Intermolecular Potentials. Molecular Dynamics Simulations for 1:1 Solvent Primitive Model Electrolyte Solutions. Computer Simulation of Isothermal Mass Transport in Graphite Slit Pores. Simulation Study of Sorption of CO2 and N2 with Application to the Characterization of Carbon Adsorbents. Index.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Chemistry of Nanocarbons
Book SynopsisDuring the last decade, fullerenes and carbon nanotubes have attracted special interest as new nanocarbons with novel properties. Because of their hollow caged structure, they can be used as containers for atoms and molecules, and nanotubes can be used as miniature test-tubes. Chemistry of Nanocarbons presents the most up-to-date research on chemical aspects of nanometer-sized forms of carbon, with emphasis on fullerenes, nanotubes and nanohorns. All modern chemical aspects are mentioned, including noncovalent interactions, supramolecular assembly, dendrimers, nanocomposites, chirality, nanodevices, host-guest interactions, endohedral fullerenes, magnetic resonance imaging, nanodiamond particles and graphene. The book covers experimental and theoretical aspects of nanocarbons, as well as their uses and potential applications, ranging from molecular electronics to biology and medicine.Trade Review"This volume presents the most up-to-date research on the chemical aspects (both experimental and theoretical) of nanometer-sized forms of carbon, paying special attention to fullerenes, nanotubes, and nanohorns. Contributors discuss topics such as noncovalent interactions, supramolecular assembly, dendrimers, nanocomposites, chirality, nanodevices, host-guest interactions, endohedral fullerenes, magnetic resonance imaging, nanodiamond particles, and graphene." (Booknews, 1 April 2011) "All three editors are prolific authors in their own right, and their high standing among scientists in the nanocarbon community has enabled them to recruit an exceptionally distinguished team of authors for the chapters. The book is quite reasonably priced and belongs in the personal libraries of all scientists who are actively engaged in research on the chemistry of nanocarbons. Every university chemistry library should also have a copy." (JACS, February 2011)"The book does provide a useful reference resource for the topics covered and is a likely addition to the international bookshelf." (Chemistry World, December 2010)Table of ContentsPreface. Acknowledgements. Contributors. Abbreviations. 1 Noncovalent Functionalization of Carbon Nanotubes (Claudia Backes and Andreas Hirsch). 1.1 Introduction. 1.2 Overview of Functionalization Methods. 1.3 The Noncovalent Approach. 1.4 Conclusion. 2 Supramolecular Assembly of Fullerenes and Carbon Nanotubes Hybrids (Ma Angeles Herranz, Beatriz M. Illescas, Emilio M. Perez and Nazario Martın). 2.1 Introduction, 2.2 Hydrogen Bonded C60-Donor Ensembles. 2.3 Concave exTTF Derivatives as Recognizing Motifs for Fullerene. 2.4 Noncovalent Functionalization of Carbon Nanotubes. 2.5 Summary and Outlook. 3 Properties of Fullerene-Containing Dendrimers (Juan-Jose Cid Martin and Jean-Francois Nierengarten). 3.1 Introduction. 3.2 Dendrimers with a Fullerene Core. 3.3 Fullerene-Rich Dendrimers. 3.4 Conclusions. 4 Novel Electron Donor Acceptor Nanocomposites (Hiroshi Imahori, Dirk M. Guldi and Shunichi Fukuzumi). 4.1 Introduction. 4.2 Electron Donor-Fullerene Composites. 4.3 Carbon Nanotubes. 4.4 Other Nanocarbon Composites. 5 Higher Fullerenes: Chirality and Covalent Adducts (Agnieszka Kraszewska, Franc¸ois Diederich and Carlo Thilgen). 5.1 Introduction. 5.2 The Chemistry of C70. 5.3 The Higher Fullerenes Beyond C70. 5.4 Concluding Remarks. 6 Application of Fullerenes to Nanodevices (Yutaka Matsuo and Eiichi Nakamura). 6.1 Introduction. 6.2 Synthesis of Transition Metal Fullerene Complexes. 6.3 Organometallic Chemistry of Metal Fullerene Complexes. 6.4 Synthesis of Multimetal Fullerene Complexes. 6.5 Supramolecular Structures of Penta(organo)[60]fullerene Derivatives. 6.6 Reduction of Penta(organo)[60]fullerenes to Generate Polyanions. 6.7 Photoinduced Charge Separation. 6.8 Photocurrent-Generating Organic and Organometallic Fullerene Derivatives. 6.9 Conclusion. 7 Supramolecular Chemistry of Fullerenes: Host Molecules for Fullerenes on the Basis of p-p Interaction (Takeshi Kawase). 7.1 Introduction. 7.2 Fullerenes as an Electron Acceptor. 7.3 Host Molecules Composed of Aromatic p-systems. 7.4 Complexes with Host Molecules Based on Porphyrin p Systems. 7.5 Complexes with Host Molecules Bearing a Cavity Consisting of Curved p System. 7.6 The Nature of the Supramolecular Property of Fullerenes. 8 Molecular Surgery toward Organic Synthesis of Endohedral Fullerenes (Michihisa Murata, Yasujiro Murata and Koichi Komatsu) 8.1 Introduction. 8.2 Molecular-Surgery Synthesis of Endohedral C60 Encapsulating Molecular Hydrogen. 8.3 Chemical Functionalization of H2@C60. 8.4 Utilization of the Encapsulated H2 as an NMR Probe. 8.5 Physical Properties of an Encapsulated H2 in C60. 8.6 Molecular-Surgery Synthesis of Endohedral C70 Encapsulating Molecular Hydrogen. 8.7 Outlook. 9 New Endohedral Metallofullerenes: Trimetallic Nitride Endohedral Fullerenes (Marilyn M. Olmstead, Alan L. Balch, Julio R. Pinzon, Luis Echegoyen, Harry W. Gibson and Harry C. Dorn). 9.1 Discovery, Preparation, and Purification. 9.2 Structural Studies. 9.3 Summary and Conclusions. 10 Recent Progress in Chemistry of Endohedral Metallofullerenes (Takahiro Tsuchiya, Takeshi Akasaka and Shigeru Nagase). 10.1 Introduction. 10.2 Chemical Derivatization of Mono-Metallofullerenes. 10.3 Chemical Derivatization of Di-Metallofullerenes. 10.4 Chemical Derivatization of Trimetallic Nitride Template Fullerene. 10.5 Chemical Derivatization of Metallic Carbaide Fullerene. 10.6 Missing Metallofullerene. 10.7 Supramolecular Chemistry. 10.8 Conclusion. 11 Gadonanostructures as Magnetic Resonance Imaging Contrast Agents (Jeyarama S. Ananta and Lon J. Wilson). 11.1 Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and the Role of Contrast Agents (CAs). 11.2 The Advantages of Gadonanostructures as MRI Contrast Agent Synthons. 11.3 Gadofullerenes as MRI Contrast Agents. 11.4 Understanding the Relaxation Mechanism of Gadofullerenes. 11.5 Gadonanotubes as MRI Contrast Agents. 12 Chemistry of Soluble Carbon Nanotubes: Fundamentals and Applications (Tsuyohiko Fujigaya and Naotoshi Nakashima). 12.1 Introduction. 12.2 Characterizations of Dispersion States. 12.3 CNT Solubilization by Small Molecules. 12.4 Solubilization by Polymers. 12.5 Nanotube/Polymer Hybrids and Composites. 12.6 Summary. 13 Functionalization of Carbon Nanotubes for Nanoelectronic and Photovoltaic Applications (Stephane Campidelli and Maurizio Prato). 13.1 Introduction. 13.2 Functionalization of Carbon Nanotubes. 13.3 Properties and Applications. 13.4 Conclusion. 14 Dispersion and Separation of Single-walled Carbon Nanotubes (Yutaka Maeda, Takeshi Akasaka, Jing Lu and Shigeru Nagase). 14.1 Introduction. 14.2 Dispersion of SWNTs. 14.3 Purification and Separation of SWNTs Using Amine. 14.4 Conclusion. 15 Molecular Encapsulations into Interior Spaces of Carbon Nanotubes and Nanohorns (T. Okazaki, S. Iijima and M. Yudasaka). 15.1 Introduction. 15.2 SWCNT Nanopeapods. 15.3 Material Incorporation and Release in/from SWNH. 15.4 Summary. 16 Carbon Nanotube for Imaging of Single Molecules in Motion (Eiichi Nakamura). 16.1 Introduction. 16.2 Electron Microscopic Observation of Small Molecules. 16.3 TEM Imaging of Alkyl Carborane Molecules. 16.4 Alkyl Chain Passing through a Hole. 16.5 3D Structural Information on Pyrene Amide Molecule. 16.6 Complex Molecule 4 Fixed outside of Nanotube. 16.7 Conclusion. 17 Chemistry of Single-Nano Diamond Particles (Eiji Osawa). 17.1 Introduction. 17.2 Geometrical Structure. 17.3 Electronic Structure. 17.4 Properties. 17.5 Applications. 17.6 Recollection and Perspectives. 18 Properties of p-electrons in Graphene Nanoribbons and Nanographenes (De-en Jiang, Xingfa Gao, Shigeru Nagase and Zhongfang Chen). 18.1 Introduction. 18.2 Edge Effects in Graphene Nanoribbons and Nanographenes. 18.3 Electronic and Magnetic Properties of Graphene Nanoribbons and Nanographenes. 18.4 Outlook. 19 Carbon Nano Onions (Luis Echegoyen, Angy Ortiz, Manuel N. Chaur and Amit J. Palkar). 19.1 Introduction. 19.2 Physical Properties of Carbon Nano Onions Obtained from Annealing. 19.3 Raman Spectroscopy of Carbon Nano Onions Prepared by Annealing Nanodiamonds. 19.4 Electron Paramagnetic Resonance Spectroscopy. 19.5 Carbon Nano Onions Prepared from Arcing Graphite Underwater. 19.6 Reactivity of Carbon Nano Onions (CNOs). 19.7 Potential Applications of CNOs. Acknowledgements. References. Index.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc On Solar Hydrogen and Nanotechnology
Book SynopsisMore energy from the sun strikes Earth in an hour than is consumed by humans in an entire year. Efficiently harnessing solar power for sustainable generation of hydrogen requires low-cost, purpose-built, functional materials combined with inexpensive large-scale manufacturing methods. These issues are comprehensively addressed in On Solar Hydrogen & Nanotechnology an authoritative, interdisciplinary source of fundamental and applied knowledge in all areas related to solar hydrogen. Written by leading experts, the book emphasizes state-of-the-art materials and characterization techniques as well as the impact of nanotechnology on this cutting edge field. Addresses the current status and prospects of solar hydrogen, including major achievements, performance benchmarks, technological limitations, and crucial remaining challenges Covers the latest advances in fundamental understanding and development in photocatalytic reactions, semiconductor nanostructures and hTrade Review"I find that this work contains solid in-depth science, and goes far beyond "trendy" issues. I can recommend this collection to interested readers." (Angewandte Chemie, 2010) Table of ContentsList of Contributors. Preface. Editor Biography. PART ONE-FUNDAMENTALS, MODELING, AND EXPERIMENTAL INVESTIGATION OF PHOTOCATALYTIC REACTIONS FOR DIRECT SOLAR HYDROGEN GENERATION. 1 Solar Hydrogen Production by Photoelectrochemical Water Splitting: The Promise and Challenge (Eric L. Miller). 1.1 Introduction. 1.2 Hydrogen or Hype? 1.3 Solar Pathways to Hydrogen. 1.4 Photoelectrochemical Water-Splitting. 1.5 The Semiconductor/Electrolyte Interface. 1.6 Photoelectrode Implementations. 1.7 The PEC Challenge. 1.8 Facing the Challenge: Current PEC Materials Research. Acknowledgments. References. 2 Modeling and Simulation of Photocatalytic Reactions at TiO2 Surfaces (Hideyuki Kamisaka and Koichi Yamashita). 2.1 Importance of Theoretical Studies on TiO2 Systems. 2.2 Doped TiO2 Systems: Carbon and Niobium Doping. 2.3 Surface Hydroxyl Groups and the Photoinduced Hydrophilicity of TiO2. Conversion. 2.4 Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells. 2.5 Future Directions: Ab Initio Simulations and the Local Excited States on TiO2. Acknowledgments. References. 3 Photocatalytic Reactions on Model Single Crystal TiO2 Surfaces (G.I.N. Waterhouse and H. Idriss). 3.1 TiO2 Single-Crystal Surfaces. 3.2 Photoreactions Over Semiconductor Surfaces. 3.3 Ethanol Reactions Over TiO2(110) Surface. 3.4 Photocatalysis and Structure Sensitivity. 3.5 Hydrogen Production from Ethanol Over Au/TiO2 Catalysts. 3.6 Conclusions. References. 4 Fundamental Reactions on Rutile TiO2(110) Model Photocatalysts Studied by High-Resolution Scanning Tunneling Microscopy (Stefan Wendt, Ronnie T. Vang, and Flemming Besenbacher). 4.1 Introduction. 4.2 Geometric Structure and Defects of the Rutile TiO2 (110) Surface. 4.3 Reactions of Water with Oxygen Vacancies. 4.4 Splitting of Paired H Adatoms and Other Reactions Observed on Partly Water Covered TiO2(110). 4.5 O2 Dissociation and the Role of Ti Interstitials. 4.6 Intermediate Steps of the Reaction Between O2 and H Adatoms and the Role of Coadsorbed Water. 4.7 Bonding of Gold Nanoparticles on TiO2(110) in Different Oxidation States. 4.8 Summary and Outlook. References. PART TWO-ELECTRONIC STRUCTURE, ENERGETICS, AND TRANSPORT DYNAMICS OF PHOTOCATALYST NANOSTRUCTURES. 5 Electronic Structure Study of Nanostructured Transition Metal Oxides Using Soft X-Ray Spectroscopy (Jinghua Guo, Per-Anders Glans, Yi-Sheng Liu, and Chinglin Chang). 5.1 Introduction. 5.2 Soft X-Ray Spectroscopy. 5.3 Experiment Set-Up. 5.4 Results and Discussion. Acknowledgments. References. 6 X-ray and Electron Spectroscopy Studies of Oxide Semiconductors for Photoelectrochemical Hydrogen Production (Clemens Heske, Lothar Weinhardt, and Marcus B€ar). 6.1 Introduction. 6.2 Soft X-Ray and Electron Spectroscopies. 6.3 Electronic Surface-Level Positions of WO3 Thin Films. 6.4 Soft X-Ray Spectroscopy of ZnO:Zn3N2 Thin Films. 6.5 In Situ Soft X-Ray Spectroscopy: A Brief Outlook. 6.6 Summary. Acknowledgments. References. 7 Applications of X-Ray Transient Absorption Spectroscopy in Photocatalysis for Hydrogen Generation (Lin X. Chen). 7.1 Introduction. 7.2 X-Ray Transient Absorption Spectroscopy (XTA). 7.3 Tracking Electronic and Nuclear Configurations in Photoexcited Metalloporphyrins. 7.4 Tracking Metal-Center Oxidation States in the MLCT State of Metal Complexes. 7.5 Tracking Transient Metal Oxidation States During Hydrogen Generation. 7.6 Prospects and Challenges in Future Studies. Acknowledgments. References. 8 Fourier-Transform Infrared and Raman Spectroscopy of Pure and Doped TiO2 Photocatalysts (Lars Osterlund). 8.1 Introduction. 8.2 Vibrational Spectroscopy on TiO2 Photocatalysts: Experimental Considerations. 8.3 Raman Spectroscopy of Pure and Doped TiO2 Nanoparticles. 8.4 Gas-Solid Photocatalytic Reactions Probed by FTIR Spectroscopy. 8.5 Model Gas-Solid Reactions on Pure and Doped TiO2 Nanoparticles Studied by FTIR Spectroscopy. 8.6 Summary and Concluding Remarks. Acknowledgments. References. 9 Interfacial Electron Transfer Reactions in CdS Quantum Dot Sensitized TiO2 Nanocrystalline Electrodes (Yasuhiro Tachibana). 9.1 Introduction. 9.2 Nanomaterials. 9.3 Transient Absorption Spectroscopy. 9.4 Controlling Interfacial Electron Transfer Reactions by Nanomaterial Design. 9.5 Application of QD-Sensitized Metal-Oxide Semiconductors to Solar Hydrogen Production. 9.6 Conclusion. Acknowledgments. References. PART THREE-DEVELOPMENT OF ADVANCED NANOSTRUCTURES FOR EFFICIENT SOLAR HYDROGEN PRODUCTION FROM CLASSICAL .LARGE BANDGAP SEMICONDUCTORS. 10 Ordered Titanium Dioxide Nanotubular Arrays as Photoanodes for Hydrogen Generation (M. Misra and K.S. Raja). 10.1 Introduction. 10.2 Crystal Structure of TiO2. References. 11 Electrodeposition of Nanostructured ZnO Films and Their Photoelectrochemical Properties (Torsten Oekermann). 11.1 Introduction. 11.2 Fundamentals of Electrochemical Deposition. 11.3 Electrodeposition of Metal Oxides and Other Compounds. 11.4 Electrodeposition of Zinc Oxide. 11.5 Electrodeposition of One- and Two-Dimensional ZnO Nanostructures. 11.6 Use of Additives in ZnO Electrodeposition. 11.7 Photoelectrochemical and Photovoltaic Properties. 11.8 Photocatalytic Properties. 11.9 Outlook. References. 12 Nanostructured Thin-Film WO3 Photoanodes for Solar Water and Sea-Water Splitting (Bruce D. Alexander and Jan Augustynski). 12.1 Historical Context. 12.2 Macrocrystalline WO3 Films. 12.3 Limitations of Macroscopic WO3. 12.4 Nanostructured Films. 12.5 Tailoring WO3 Films Through a Modified Chimie Douce Synthetic Route. 12.6 Surface Reactions at Nanocrystalline WO3 Electrodes. 12.7 Conclusions and Outlook. References. 13 Nanostructured a-Fe2O3 in PEC Generation of Hydrogen (Vibha R. Satsangi, Sahab Dass, and Rohit Shrivastav). 13.1 Introduction. 13.2 a-Fe2O3. 13.3 Nanostructured a-Fe2O3 Photoelectrodes. 13.5 Efficiency and Hydrogen Production. 13.6 Concluding Remarks. Acknowledgments. References. PART FOUR-NEW DESIGN AND APPROACHES TO BANDGAP PROFILING AND VISIBLE-LIGHT-ACTIVE NANOSTRUCTURES. 14 Photoelectrocatalyst Discovery Using High-Throughput Methods and Combinatorial Chemistry (Alan Kleiman-Shwarsctein, Peng Zhang, Yongsheng Hu, and Eric W. McFarland). 14.1 Introduction. 14.2 The Use of High-Throughput and Combinatorial Methods for the Discovery and Optimization of Photoelectrocatalyst Material Systems. 14.3 Practical Methods of High-Throughput Synthesis of Photoelectrocatalysts. 14.4 Photocatalyst Screening and Characterization. 14.5 Specific Examples of High-Throughput Methodology Applied to Photoelectrocatalysts. 14.6 Summary and Outlook. References. 15 Multidimensional Nanostructures for Solar Water Splitting: Synthesis, Properties, and Applications (Abraham Wolcott and Jin Z. Zhang). 15.1 Motivation for Developing Metal-Oxide Nanostructures. 15.2 Colloidal Methods for 0D Metal-Oxide Nanoparticle Synthesis. 15.3 1D Metal-Oxide Nanostructures. 15.4 2D Metal-Oxide Nanostructures. 15.5 Conclusion. Acknowledgments. References. 16 Nanoparticle-Assembled Catalysts for Photochemical Water Splitting (Frank E. Osterloh). 16.1 Introduction. 16.2 Two-Component Catalysts. 16.3 CdSe Nanoribbons as a Quantum-Confined Water-Splitting Catalyst. 16.4 Conclusion and Outlook. Acknowledgment. References. 17 Quantum-Confined Visible-Light-Active Metal-Oxide Nanostructures for Direct Solar-to-Hydrogen Generation (Lionel Vayssieres). 17.1 Introduction. 17.2 Design of Advanced Semiconductor Nanostructures by Cost-Effective Technique. 17.3 Quantum Confinement Effects for Photovoltaics and Solar Hydrogen Generation. 17.4 Novel Cost-Effective Visible-Light-Active (Hetero)Nanostructures for Solar Hydrogen Generation. 17.5 Conclusion and Perspectives. References. 18 Effects of Metal-Ion Doping, Removal and Exchange on Photocatalytic Activity of Metal Oxides and Nitrides for Overall Water Splitting (Yasunobu Inoue). 18.1 Introduction. 18.2 Experimental Procedures. 18.3 Effects of Metal Ion Doping. 18.4 Effects of Metal-Ion Removal. 18.5 Effects of Metal-Ion Exchange on Photocatalysis. 18.6 Effects of Zn Addition to Indate and Stannate. 18.7 Conclusions. Acknowledgments. References. 19 Supramolecular Complexes as Photoinitiated Electron Collectors: Applications in Solar Hydrogen Production (Shamindri M. Arachchige and Karen J. Brewer). 19.1 Introduction. 19.2 Supramolecular Complexes for Photoinitiated Electron Collection. 19.3 Conclusions. List of Abbreviations. Acknowledgments. References. PART FIVE-NEW DEVICES FOR SOLAR THERMAL HYDROGEN GENERATION. 20 Novel Monolithic Reactors for Solar Thermochemical Water Splitting (Athanasios G. Konstandopoulos and Souzana Lorentzou). 20.1 Introduction. 20.2 Solar Hydrogen Production. 20.3 HYDROSOL Reactor. 20.4 HYDROSOL Process. 20.5 Conclusions. Acknowledgments. References. 21 Solar Thermal and Efficient Solar Thermal/Electrochemical Photo Hydrogen Generation (Stuart Licht). 21.1 Comparison of Solar Hydrogen Processes. 21.2 STEP (Solar Thermal Electrochemical Photo) Generation of H2. 21.3 STEP Theory. 21.4 STEP Experiment: Efficient Solar Water Splitting. 21.5 NonHybrid Solar Thermal Processes. 21.6 Conclusions. References. Index
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Taylor & Francis Inc Nanomedical Device and Systems Design
Book SynopsisNanomedical Device and Systems Design: Challenges, Possibilities, Visions serves as a preliminary guide toward the inspiration of specific investigative pathways that may lead to meaningful discourse and significant advances in nanomedicine/nanotechnology. This volume articulates the development and implementation of beneficial advanced nanomedical diagnostic and therapeutic devices and systems, which may have strong potential toward enabling myriad paradigm shifts in the field of medicine. In addition, it presents conceptual and laboratory-derived examples of how sophisticated, highly efficient, minimally invasive, and cost-effective nanomedical diagnostic and therapeutic strategies might facilitate significantly increased accessibility to advanced medical procedures to assist those in both the developing and developed worlds. Explorations of nanomedicine in human augmentation, longevity and space travel are also undertaken.Trade Review"Realizing that nanotechnology could deliver life-extending drugs, Gussoff imagined what else they could do, and the MaGo bots were born. She did a lot of work finding textbooks that were accessible and had good ideas about the future of nanotechnology. She recommends Nanomedical Device and Systems Design: Challenges, Possibilities, Visions, edited by Frank Boehm, CEO of a nanomedical tech company. It’s well worth the $170 cover price if you’re interested in nanomedical technology."—Quantum RunTable of ContentsSection I Envisaged Nanomedical Device and System Design Strategies. Exemplar Nanomedical Vascular Cartographic Scanning Nanodevice. Design Challenges and Considerations for Nanomedical Ingress and Egress. Design Challenges and Considerations for Nanomedical In Vivo Aqueous Propulsion, Surface Ambling, and Navigation. Design Challenges and Considerations for Nanomedical Energy Harvesting and Generation. Design Challenges and Considerations for Nanomedical Electronic Entities and Infrastructure. Design Challenges and Considerations for Nanomedical Device Signal Acquisition and Propagation. Design Challenges and Considerations for Nanomedical Computation. Section II Merging with Reality: Nascent Nanomedical Diagnostics and Therapeutics. Nanomaterial-Based Electrochemical Biosensors. Gold Nanorods in Sensing and Nanomedical Applications. Ophthalmic Glucose Nanosensors for Diabetes Management. Sensorcyte Artificial Cells for Human Diagnostics and Analytics. Liposome-Entrapped Antibiotics: Recent Progress and Clinical Applications. Progress and Potential of Nanomedicine to Address Infectious Diseases of Poverty. Nanorobotics for Targeted Medical Interventions. Section III Beyond the Event Horizon: Nanomedical Visions. Nanomedical Device and Systems Design in Remote Regions and the Developing World. Nanomedical Device and Systems Design in Space Applications. Nanomedicine in Regenerative Biosystems, Human Augmentation, and Longevity. Index.
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CRC Press Nanophytopathology
Book SynopsisThe book entitled âNanophytopathologyâ discusses the need for alternative technologies particularly smart nanotechnological tools including nanobiosensor in the detection of plant diseases, delivery of fungicides/pesticides, and therapy for the diseases caused by plant pathogens and pests. The use of nanomaterials will minimize the huge amount of application of pesticides and fungicides thereby reducing environmental pollution. This technology is eco-friendly, economically viable, and useful for sustainable crop production. The book encompasses chapters written by experienced experts in respective fields, which provide up-to-date knowledge about pathogen/pest control using nanotechnology. It will be essential reading for post-graduate students and researchers, agriculture scientists, nanotechnologists, microbiologists, green chemistry experts, and biotechnologists.Table of ContentsGENERAL. Nanophytopathology: A New and Emerging Science. The Perspective of Nanotechnology in Plant Protection. DETECTION AND MANAGEMENT OF PLANT DISEASES AND PESTS. Nanobiosensors for Detection of Plant Pathogens. Bioprospecting of Nanoparticles against Phytopathogens. Nanomaterials: A Strategy for the Control of Phytopathogenic Fungi. Nanoparticles Used for Management of Oomycetes Diseases. Biogenic Metal Oxide Nanoparticles for the Control of Plant Pathogens. Plant Virus Disease Management by Nanobiotechnology. Nano Clay Materials and their Role in Plant Disease Management. Advances in Agro-Nanotechnologies for Pest Management. Botanicals-Based Nanoformulations for the Management of Insect-Pests. EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF PLANT DISEASES. Strategic Applications of CRISPR-Cas Technology for the Management of Plant Diseases. Can Nitric Oxide Overcome Biotic Stress in Plants?
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Cambridge University Press Principles of NanoOptics
Book SynopsisNow in its second edition, this book has been thoroughly updated to provide a current overview of the theoretical and experimental concepts needed to understand and work in nano-optics. This is an invaluable reference for graduate students entering the field, as well as for researchers and course teachers.Trade Review'The reader will appreciate its scope and depth, as it covers topics ranging from resolution and microscopy to metamaterials and optical antennas. This book provides an integrated approach to the entire field, and the format breaks the material into accessible sub-units. The physical and mathematical rigor is high, and approximations and limitations of the theory and the experimental devices are clearly stated. The material is highly recommended for a graduate course.' Barry R. Masters, Optics and Photonics News'This text responds to the growing importance of nanoscience, and presents a rare collection of topics across optics and microscopy at the nanoscale. A major goal of nano-optics is to extend the use of optical techniques to length scales beyond the diffraction limit. Notably, the book features a valuable discussion of resolution, localization and position accuracy in microscopy. A non-exhaustive list of subjects covered in later chapters includes near- and far-field microscopy techniques, quantum emitters and surface plasmons in nanostructures.' Lukas Novotny and Bert Hecht, 'All-Time Favourites', Nature PhotonicsTable of ContentsPreface; 1. Introduction; 2. Theoretical foundations; 3. Propagation and focusing of optical fields; 4. Resolution and localization; 5. Nanoscale optical microscopy; 6. Near-field optical probes; 7. Probe-sample distance control; 8. Optical interactions; 9. Quantum emitters; 10. Dipole emission near planar interfaces; 11. Photonic crystals, resonators, and cavity optomechanics; 12. Surface plasmons; 13. Optical antennas; 14. Forces in confined fields; 15. Fluctuation-induced interactions; 16. Theoretical methods in nano-optics; Appendices; Index.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Advanced Computational Nanomechanics
Book SynopsisAdvanced Computational Nanomechanics is a state-of-the-art publication on computational nanomechanics and contains eleven chapters prepared by world experts in this field.Table of ContentsList of Contributors xi Series Preface xiii Preface xv 1 Thermal Conductivity of Graphene and Its Polymer Nanocomposites: A Review 1Yingyan Zhang, Yu Wang, Chien Ming Wang and Yuantong Gu 1.1 Introduction 1 1.2 Graphene 1 1.2.1 Introduction of Graphene 1 1.2.2 Properties of Graphene 6 1.2.3 Thermal Conductivity of Graphene 7 1.3 Thermal Conductivity of Graphene–Polymer Nanocomposites 9 1.3.1 Measurement of Thermal Conductivity of Nanocomposites 9 1.3.2 Modelling of Thermal Conductivity of Nanocomposites 9 1.3.3 Progress and Challenge for Graphene–Polymer Nanocomposites 14 1.3.4 Interfacial Thermal Resistance 16 1.3.5 Approaches for Reduction of Interfacial Thermal Resistance 19 1.4 Concluding Remarks 22 References 22 2 Mechanics of CNT Network Materials 29Mesut Kirca and Albert C. To 2.1 Introduction 29 2.1.1 Types of CNT Network Materials 30 2.1.2 Synthesis of CNT Network Materials 31 2.1.3 Applications 35 2.2 Experimental Studies on Mechanical Characterization of CNT Network Materials 39 2.2.1 Non-covalent CNT Network Materials 40 2.2.2 Covalently Bonded CNT Network Materials 45 2.3 Theoretical Approaches Toward CNT Network Modeling 48 2.3.1 Ordered CNT Networks 48 2.3.2 Randomly Organized CNT Networks 50 2.4 Molecular Dynamics Study of Heat-Welded CNT Network Materials 55 2.4.1 A Stochastic Algorithm for Modeling Heat-Welded Random CNT Network 56 2.4.2 Tensile Behavior of Heat-Welded CNT Networks 60 References 65 3 Mechanics of Helical Carbon Nanomaterials 71Hiroyuki Shima and Yoshiyuki Suda 3.1 Introduction 71 3.1.1 Historical Background 71 3.1.2 Classification: Helical “Tube” or “Fiber”? 73 3.1.3 Fabrication and Characterization 74 3.2 Theory of HN-Tubes 76 3.2.1 Microscopic Model 76 3.2.2 Elastic Elongation 79 3.2.3 Giant Stretchability 80 3.2.4 Thermal Transport 82 3.3 Experiment of HN-Fibers 84 3.3.1 Axial Elongation 84 3.3.2 Axial Compression 87 3.3.3 Resonant Vibration 89 3.3.4 Fracture Measurement 92 3.4 Perspective and Possible Applications 93 3.4.1 Reinforcement Fiber for Composites 93 3.4.2 Morphology Control in Synthesis 93 References 94 4 Computational Nanomechanics Investigation Techniques 99Ghasem Ghadyani and Moones Rahmandoust 4.1 Introduction 99 4.2 Fundamentals of the Nanomechanics 100 4.2.1 Molecular Mechanics 101 4.2.2 Newtonian Mechanics 101 4.2.3 Lagrangian Equations of Motion 102 4.2.4 Hamilton Equations of a Γ-Space 104 4.3 Molecular Dynamics Method 106 4.3.1 Interatomic Potentials 106 4.3.2 Link Between Molecular Dynamics and Quantum Mechanics 112 4.3.3 Limitations of Molecular Dynamics Simulations 114 4.4 Tight Binding Method 115 4.5 Hartree–Fock and Related Methods 116 4.6 Density Functional Theory 118 4.7 Multiscale Simulation Methods 120 4.8 Conclusion 120 References 120 5 Probabilistic Strength Theory of Carbon Nanotubes and Fibers 123Xi F. Xu and Irene J. Beyerlein 5.1 Introduction 123 5.2 A Probabilistic Strength Theory of CNTs 124 5.2.1 Asymptotic Strength Distribution of CNTs 124 5.2.2 Nonasymptotic Strength Distribution of CNTs 127 5.2.3 Incorporation of Physical and Virtual Testing Data 130 5.3 Strength Upscaling from CNTs to CNT Fibers 135 5.3.1 A Local Load Sharing Model 136 5.3.2 Interpretation of CNT Bundle Tensile Testing 139 5.3.3 Strength Upscaling Across CNT-Bundle-Fiber Scales 141 5.4 Conclusion 145 References 145 6 Numerical Nanomechanics of Perfect and Defective Hetero-junction CNTs 147Ali Ghavamian, Moones Rahmandoust and Andreas Öchsner 6.1 Introduction 147 6.1.1 Literature Review: Mechanical Properties of Homogeneous CNTs 147 6.1.2 Literature Review: Mechanical Properties of Hetero-junction CNTs 150 6.2 Theory and Simulation 152 6.2.1 Atomic Geometry and Finite Element Simulation of Homogeneous CNTs 152 6.2.2 Atomic Geometry and Finite Element Simulation of Hetero-junction CNTs 153 6.2.3 Finite Element Simulation of Atomically Defective Hetero-junction CNTs 155 6.3 Results and Discussion 156 6.3.1 Linear Elastic Properties of Perfect Hetero-junction CNTs 156 6.3.2 Linear Elastic Properties of Atomically Defective Hetero-junction CNTs 162 6.4 Conclusion 164 References 171 7 A Methodology for the Prediction of Fracture Properties in Polymer Nanocomposites 175Samit Roy and Avinash Akepati 7.1 Introduction 175 7.2 Literature Review 175 7.3 Atomistic J-Integral Evaluation Methodology 176 7.4 Atomistic J-Integral at Finite Temperature 181 7.5 Cohesive Contour-based Approach for J-Integral 184 7.6 Numerical Evaluation of Atomistic J-Integral 185 7.7 Atomistic J-Integral Calculation for a Center-Cracked Nanographene Platelet 187 7.8 Atomistic J-Integral Calculation for a Center-Cracked Nanographene Platelet at Finite Temperature (T = 300 K) 190 7.9 Atomistic J-Integral Calculation for a Center-Cracked Nanographene Platelet Using ReaxFF 192 7.10 Atomistic J-Integral Calculation for a Center-Cracked EPON 862 Model 194 7.11 Conclusions and Future Work 197 Acknowledgment 198 References 199 8 Mechanical Characterization of 2D Nanomaterials and Composites 201Ruth E. Roman, Nicola M. Pugno and Steven W. Cranford 8.1 Discovering 2D in a 3D World 201 8.2 2D Nanostructures 203 8.2.1 Graphene 203 8.2.2 Graphynes and Graphene Allotropes 204 8.2.3 Silicene 205 8.2.4 Boron Nitride 206 8.2.5 Molybdenum Disulfide 207 8.2.6 Germanene, Stanene, and Phosphorene 208 8.3 Mechanical Assays 210 8.3.1 Experimental 210 8.3.2 Computational 211 8.4 Mechanical Properties and Characterization 212 8.4.1 Defining Stress 213 8.4.2 Uniaxial Stress, Plane Stress, and Plane Strain 214 8.4.3 Stiffness 216 8.4.4 Effect of Bond Density 218 8.4.5 Bending Rigidity 219 8.4.6 Adhesion 222 8.4.7 Self-Adhesion and Folding 225 8.5 Failure 227 8.5.1 Quantized Fracture Mechanics 228 8.5.2 Nanoscale Weibull Statistics 231 8.6 Multilayers and Composites 233 8.7 Conclusion 236 Acknowledgment 236 References 237 9 The Effect of Chirality on the Mechanical Properties of Defective Carbon Nanotubes 243Keka Talukdar 9.1 Introduction 243 9.2 Carbon Nanotubes, Their Molecular Structure and Bonding 245 9.2.1 Diameter and Chiral Angle 245 9.2.2 Bonding Speciality in CNTs 246 9.2.3 Defects in CNT Structure 246 9.3 Methods and Modelling 247 9.3.1 Simulation Method 247 9.3.2 Berendsen Thermostat 248 9.3.3 Second-Generation REBO Potential 249 9.3.4 C–C Non-bonding Potential 251 9.3.5 Method of Calculation 251 9.4 Results and Discussions 251 9.4.1 Results for SWCNTs 251 9.4.2 Results for SWCNT Bundle and MWCNTs 255 9.4.3 Chirality Dependence 260 9.5 Conclusions 262 References 263 10 Mechanics of Thermal Transport in Mass-Disordered Nanostructures 265Ganesh Balasubramanian 10.1 Introduction 265 10.2 Equilibrium Molecular Dynamics to Understand Vibrational Spectra 266 10.3 Nonequilibrium Molecular Dynamics for Property Prediction 268 10.4 Quantum Mechanical Calculations for Phonon Dispersion Features 270 10.5 Mean-Field Approximation Model for Binary Mixtures 272 10.6 Materials Informatics for Design of Mass-Disordered Structures 275 10.7 Future Directions in Mass-Disordered Nanomaterials 278 References 279 11 Thermal Boundary Resistance Effects in Carbon Nanotube Composites 281Dimitrios V. Papavassiliou, Khoa Bui and Huong Nguyen 11.1 Introduction 281 11.2 Background 282 11.3 Techniques to Enhance the Thermal Conductivity of CNT Nanocomposites 285 11.4 Dual-Walled CNTs and Composites with CNTs Encapsulated in Silica 286 11.4.1 Simulation Setup 287 11.4.2 Results 289 11.5 Discussion and Conclusions 291 Acknowledgment 291 References 291 Index 295
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Luminescence of Lanthanide Ions in Coordination
Book SynopsisThis comprehensive book presents the theoretical principles, current applications and latest research developments in the field of luminescent lanthanide complexes; a rapidly developing area of research which is attracting increasing interest amongst the scientific community.Table of ContentsList of Contributors xi Preface xiii 1 Introduction to Lanthanide Ion Luminescence 1 Ana de Bettencourt-Dias 1.1 History of Lanthanide Ion Luminescence 1 1.2 Electronic Configuration of the +III Oxidation State 2 1.2.1 The 4f Orbitals 2 1.2.2 Energy Level Term Symbols 2 1.3 The Nature of the f-f Transitions 5 1.3.1 Hamiltonian in Central Field Approximation and Coulomb Interactions 5 1.3.2 Spin–Orbit Coupling 10 1.3.3 Crystal Field or Stark Effects 13 1.3.4 The Crystal Field Parameters Bkq and Symmetry 14 1.3.5 Energies of Crystal Field Split Terms 18 1.3.6 Zeeman Effect 19 1.3.7 Point Charge Electrostatic Model 21 1.3.8 Other Methods to Estimate Crystal Field Parameters 25 1.3.9 Allowed and Forbidden f-f Transitions 27 1.3.10 Induced Electric Dipole Transitions and Their Intensity – Judd–Ofelt Theory 34 1.3.11 Transition Probabilities and Branching Ratios 37 1.3.12 Hypersensitive Transitions 38 1.3.13 Emission Efficiency and Rate Constants 39 1.4 Sensitisation Mechanism 40 1.4.1 The Antenna Effect 40 1.4.2 Non-Radiative Quenching 44 2 Spectroscopic Techniques and Instrumentation 49 David E. Morris and Ana de Bettencourt-Dias 2.1 Introduction 49 2.2 Instrumentation in Luminescence Spectroscopy 52 2.2.1 Challenges in Design and Interpretation of Lanthanide Luminescence Experiments 52 2.2.2 Common Luminescence Experiments 57 2.2.3 Basic Design Elements and Configurations in Luminescence Spectrometers 61 2.2.4 Luminescence Spectrometer Components and Characteristics 63 2.2.5 Recent Advances in Luminescence Instrumentation 67 2.3 Measurement of Quantum Yields of Luminescence in the Solid State and in Solution 69 2.3.1 Measurement Against a Standard in Solution 70 2.3.2 Measurement Against a Standard in the Solid State 71 2.3.3 Absolute Measurement with an Integrating Sphere 72 2.4 Excited State Lifetimes 73 2.4.1 Number of Coordinated Solvent Molecules 73 3 Circularly Polarised Luminescence 77 Gilles Muller 3.1 Introduction 77 3.1.1 General Aspects: Molecular Chirality 77 3.1.2 Chiroptical Tools: from CD to CPL Spectroscopy 78 3.2 Theoretical Principles 79 3.2.1 General Theory 79 3.2.2 CPL Intensity Calculations, Selection Rules, Luminescence Selectivity, and Spectra–Structure Relationship 82 3.3 CPL Measurements 84 3.3.1 Instrumentation 84 3.3.2 Calibration and Standards 88 3.3.3 Artifacts in CPL Measurements 90 3.3.4 Proposed Instrumental Improvements to Record Eu(III)-Based CPL Signals 91 3.4 Survey of CPL Applications 93 3.4.1 Ln(III)-Containing Systems 93 3.4.2 Ln(III) Complexes with Achiral Ligands 94 3.4.3 Ln(III) Complexes with Chiral Ligands 99 3.5 Chiral Ln(III) Complexes to Probe Biologically Relevant Systems 109 3.5.1 Sensing through Coordination to the Metal Centre 109 3.5.2 Sensing through Coordination to the Antenna/Receptor Groups 112 3.6 Concluding Remarks 114 4 Luminescence Bioimaging with Lanthanide Complexes 125 Jean-Claude G. Bünzli 4.1 Introduction 125 4.2 Luminescence Microscopy 127 4.2.1 Classical Optical Microscopy: a Short Survey 127 4.2.2 Principle of Luminescence Microscopy 128 4.2.3 Principle of Time-resolved Luminescence Microscopy 131 4.2.4 Early Instrumental Developments for Time-resolved Microscopy with LLBs 134 4.2.5 Optimisation of Time-resolved Microscopy Instrumentation 140 4.2.6 Commercial Instruments 143 4.3 Bioimaging with Lanthanide Luminescent Probes and Bioprobes 144 4.3.1 b-Diketonate Probes 144 4.3.2 Aliphatic Polyaminocarboxylate and Carboxylate Probes 154 4.3.3 Macrocyclic Probes 163 4.3.4 Self-assembled Triple Helical Bioprobes 171 4.3.5 Other Bioprobes 177 4.4 Conclusions and Perspectives 180 5 Two-photon Absorption of Lanthanide Complexes: from Fundamental Aspects to Biphotonic Imaging Applications 197 Anthony D'Aleo, Chantal Andraud and Olivier Maury 5.1 Introduction 197 5.2 Two-photon Absorption, a Third Nonlinear Optical Phenomenon 198 5.2.1 Theoretical and Historical Background 198 5.2.2 Experimental Determination of the 2PA Efficiency of Molecules 199 5.2.3 Two-photon Fluorescence Microscopy for Biological Imaging 200 5.2.4 Molecular Engineering for Multiphonic Imaging 201 5.3 Spectroscopic Evidence for the Two-photon Sensitisation of Lanthanide Luminescence 205 5.3.1 1961: The Breakthrough Experiments 205 5.3.2 Two-photon Excitation of f-f Transitions 206 5.3.3 The Two-photon Antenna Effect 207 5.3.4 The Charge Transfer State Mediated Sensitisation Process 209 5.3.5 Optimising Molecular Two-photon Cross Section: the Brightness Trade-off 211 5.3.6 Two-photon Excited Luminescence in Solid Matrix 214 5.3.7 Two-photon Time-gated Spectroscopy 214 5.4 Towards Biphotonic Microscopy Imaging 215 5.4.1 Proof of Concept 215 5.4.2 Towards the Design of an Optimised Bio-probe 217 5.4.3 Design of Lanthanide containing Nano-probes, toward Single-object Imaging 222 5.4.4 Towards NIR-to-NIR Imaging 223 5.5 Conclusions 225 6 Lanthanide Ion Complexes as Chemosensors 231 Thorfinnur Gunnlaugsson and Simon J. A. Pope 6.1 Photophysical Properties of LnIII Based Sensors 231 6.1.1 Emission Based Sensors 231 6.1.2 Luminescence Lifetime 232 6.1.3 Spectral Form, Hypersensitivity and Ratiometric Peaks 233 6.2 Sensor Design Principles 233 6.2.1 The Design of Ln-receptor Sites and Antenna Components 234 6.2.2 Covalent versus Self-assembled Ln-receptor Design 235 6.2.3 Sensors for Cations 237 6.2.4 Sensors for Anions 249 6.3 Interactions with DNA and Biological Systems 260 7 Upconversion of Ln3+ -based Nanoparticles for Optical Bio-imaging 269 Frank C.J.M. van Veggel 7.1 Introduction 269 7.2 Physical Properties of Ln3+ Ions 272 7.3 Basic Principles of Upconversion 272 7.4 Synthesis of Core and Core–Shell Nanoparticles 277 7.4.1 Syntheses in Organic Solvent 277 7.4.2 Syntheses in Aqueous Media 277 7.4.3 Surface Modification 278 7.5 Characterisation 278 7.5.1 Basic Techniques 278 7.5.2 Advanced Techniques 279 7.6 Bio-imaging 283 7.6.1 Basics 283 7.6.2 Cell Studies 283 7.6.3 Animal Studies 287 7.6.4 Discussion 290 7.7 Upconversion and Magnetic Resonance Imaging 293 7.8 Conclusions and Outlook 295 8 Direct Excitation Ln(III) Luminescence Spectroscopy to Probe the Coordination Sphere of Ln(III) Catalysts, Optical Sensors and MRI Agents 303 Janet R. Morrow and Sarina J. Dorazio 8.1 Introduction 303 8.1.1 Luminescence Spectroscopy for Defining the Ln(III) Coordination Sphere 303 8.2 Direct Excitation Lanthanide Luminescence 304 8.2.1 Luminescence Properties of the Lanthanide Ions 304 8.2.2 Ln(III) Excitation Spectroscopy 306 8.2.3 Ln(III) Emission Spectroscopy 307 8.2.4 Time-Resolved Ln(III) Luminescence Spectroscopy 308 8.2.5 Luminescence Resonance Energy Transfer 310 8.3 Defining the Ln(III) Ion Coordination Sphere through Direct Eu(III) Excitation Luminescence Spectroscopy 311 8.3.1 Eu(III) Complex Speciation in Solution: Number of Excitation Peaks 311 8.3.2 Excitation Spectra of Geometric Isomers 311 8.3.3 Innersphere Coordination of Anions 312 8.3.4 Ligand Ionisation 314 8.4 Luminescence Studies of Anion Binding in Catalysis and Sensing 317 8.4.1 Phosphate Ester Binding and Cleavage 317 8.4.2 Sensing Biologically Relevant Anions 318 8.5 Luminescence Studies of Ln(III) MRI Contrast Agents 320 8.5.1 Types of Ln(III) MRI Contrast Agents 320 8.5.2 Luminescence Studies of Ln(III) ParaCEST Agents 322 8.6 Conclusions 326 9 Heterometallic Complexes Containing Lanthanides 331 Stephen Faulkner and Manuel Tropiano 9.1 Introduction 331 9.2 Properties of a Heteromultimetallic Complex 332 9.3 Lanthanide Assemblies in the Solid State 335 9.4 Lanthanide Assemblies in Solution 338 9.4.1 Lanthanide Helicates 338 9.4.2 Non-helicate Structures 341 9.5 Heterometallic Complexes Derived from Bridging and Multi-compartmental Ligands 342 9.6 Energy Transfer in Assembled Systems 347 9.7 Responsive Multimetallic Systems 351 9.8 Summary and Prospects 353 References 353 Index 359
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Taylor & Francis Inc Compliant Mechanisms
Book SynopsisWith a rigorous and comprehensive coverage, the second edition of Compliant Mechanisms: Design of Flexure Hinges provides practical answers to the design and analysis of devices that incorporate flexible hinges. Complex-shaped flexible-hinge mechanisms are generated from basic elastic segments by means of a bottom-up compliance (flexibility) approach. The same compliance method and the classical finite element analysis are utilized to study the quasi-static and dynamic performances of these compliant mechanisms. This book offers easy-to-use mathematical tools to investigate a wealth of flexible-hinge configurations and two- or three-dimensional compliant mechanism applications.FEATURES Introduces a bottom-up compliance-based approach to characterize the flexibility of new and existing flexible hinges of straight- and curvilinear-axis configurations Develops a consistent linear lumped-parameter compliance model to thoroughly descriTable of ContentsChapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Compliances of Basic Flexible-Hinge Segments Chapter 3 Compliances of Straight-Axis Flexible Hinges Chapter 4 Compliances of Curvilinear-Axis Flexible Hinges Chapter 5 Quasi-Static Response of Serial Flexible-Hinge Mechanisms Chapter 6 Quasi-Static Response of Parallel Flexible-Hinge Mechanisms Chapter 7 Dynamics of Flexible-Hinge Mechanisms Chapter 8 Finite Element Analysis of Flexible-Hinge Mechanisms Chapter 9 Miscellaneous Topics
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Taylor & Francis Inc Nanoscale Nonlinear PANDA Ring Resonator
Book SynopsisMicroring/nanoring resonator is an interesting device that has been widely studied and investigated by researchers from a variety of specializations. This book begins with the basic background of linear and nonlinear ring resonators. A novel design of nano device known as a PANDA ring resonator is proposed. The use of the device in the form of a PANDA in applications such as nanoelectronics, measurement, communication, sensors, optical and quantum computing, drug delivery, hybrid transistor and a new concept of electron-hole pair is discussed in detail.Table of ContentsLinear and Nonlinear Ring Resonator. PANDA Ring Resonator. Dark-Bright Soliton Conversion. Dynamic Optical Tweezers. Hybrid Interferometer. Hybrid Transceiver. Nanocommunication. Nanosensors. Optical and Quantum Computing. Drug Delivery. Hybrid Transistor. Electron-Hole Pair Manipulation.
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Magnetic Pulsed Compaction of Nanosized Powders
Book SynopsisThe magnetic pulsed compaction, based on a pulsed magnetic field force action on conductors, is one of the effective methods of nanopowder compaction. In this book, the authors present a theoretical description of the magnetic pulsed compaction processes. The powder compaction is described within the continual approach of plastic hardened porous body. The increase of the powder yield stress is defined by the empirical laws of hardening, where free parameters are determined via experimental adiabatic curves of the uniaxial compaction.
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Nanofibers & Nanotechnology Research Advances
Book SynopsisWith the enormous increase of research interest in electrospun nanofibres, there is a strong need for a comprehensive review of electrospinning in a systematic fashion. Electrospinning, an electrostatic fibre fabrication technique, has evinced more interest and attention in recent years due to its versatility and potential for applications in diverse fields. The notable applications include tissue engineering, biosensors, filtration, wound dressings, drug delivery and enzyme immobilisation. This book offers an overview of structure -- property relationships, synthesis and purification, and potential applications of electrospun nanofibers.
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Apple Academic Press Inc. Applied Nanotechnology: Materials and
Book SynopsisThis important book presents a collection of scientific papers on recent theoretical and practical advances in nanostructures, nanomaterials, and nanotechnologies. Highlighting some of the latest developments and trends in the field, the volume presents the developments of advanced nanostructured materials and the respective tools to characterize and predict their properties and behavior.Table of ContentsNanostructures and Nanosystems for Improvement of Materials and Objects. Modeling in Sphere of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology. Investigations of Structure and Properties of Nanostructures, Nanosystems, and Nanostructured Materials. Producing of Nanostructured Materialc and Investigations of Their Properties. Applications of Nanostructured Materials and Nanotechnologies.
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World Scientific Europe Ltd Size Really Does Matter: The Nanotechnology
Book Synopsis'The text is lightly written but, underneath the entertaining gloss of anecdote and personal detail, this is actually an intensely serious and carefully constructed book, aimed at informing the educated public about science in general and nanotechnology in particular. It is attractively produced, with innumerable well-captioned coloured images … To my mind, Colm Durkan has succeeded in combining the accessible style of the best science journalists with the authority and vision that come from being a successful scientist and an expert in his field.'Contemporary PhysicsNanotechnology is a buzz word many of us have heard but are uncertain what it really means. This book works to dispel the myths and unravel the truth about this branch of science and technology that has already touched many aspects of our lives, from cheaper and faster medical diagnostic tools and more effective ways to deliver existing ones to helping to create new medicines and electronic devices.Size Really Does Matter starts by looking at the science and history of nanotechnology, followed by real-life examples of how it is used, what cutting-edge research is being carried out and why, and potential risks of this exciting new technology.It is written in an accessible style with genuine enthusiasm for the topics it addresses, including how nanotechnology hopes to address problems in several fields, such as cancer research, novel devices, new materials and improved manufacturing methods for existing products.Related Link(s)
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Royal Society of Chemistry Highentropy Alloy Nanostructures
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ISTE Ltd and John Wiley & Sons Inc Energy Autonomous Micro and Nano Systems
Book SynopsisProviding a detailed overview of the fundamentals and latest developments in the field of energy autonomous microsystems, this book delivers an in-depth study of the applications in the fields of health and usage monitoring in aeronautics, medical implants, and home automation, drawing out the main specifications on such systems. Introductory information on photovoltaic, thermal and mechanical energy harvesting, and conversion, is given, along with the latest results in these fields. This book also provides a state of the art of ultra-low power sensor interfaces, digital signal processing and wireless communications. In addition, energy optimizations at the sensor node and sensors network levels are discussed, thus completing this overview. This book details the challenges and latest techniques available to readers who are interested in this field. A major strength of this book is that the first three chapters are application orientated and thus, by setting the landscape, introduce the technical chapters. There is also a good balance between the technical application, covering all the system-related aspects and, within each chapter, details on the physics, materials and technologies associated with electronics. Contents Introduction. Introduction to Energy Autonomous Micro and Nano Systems and Presentation of Contributions, Marc Belleville and Cyril Condemine. 1. Sensors at the Core of Building Control, Gilles Chabanis, Laurent Chiesi, Hynek Raisigel, Isabelle Ressejac and Véronique Boutin. 2. Toward Energy Autonomous MedicalImplants, Raymond Campagnolo and Daniel Kroiss. 3. Energy Autonomous Systems in Aeronautic Applications, Thomas Becker, Jirka Klaue and Martin Kluge. 4. Energy Harvesting by Photovoltaic Effect, Emmanuelle Rouvière, Simon Perraud, Cyril Condemine and Guy Waltisperger. 5. Mechanical Energy Harvesting, Ghislain Despesse, Jean Jacques Chaillout, Sébastien Boisseau and Claire Jean-Mistral. 6. Thermal Energy Harvesting, Tristan Caroff, Emmanuelle Rouvière and Jérôme Willemin. 7. Lithium Micro-Batteries, Raphaël Salot. 8. Ultra-Low-Power Sensors, Pascal Nouet, Norbert Dumas, Laurent Latorre and Frédérick Mailly. 9. Ultra-Low-Power Signal Processing in Autonomous Systems, Christian Piguet. 10. Ultra-Low-Power Radio Frequency Communications and Protocols, Eric Mercier. 11. Energy Management in an Autonomous Microsystem, Jean-Frédéric Christmann, Edith Beigne, Cyril Condemine, Jérôme Willemin and Christian Piguet. 12. Optimizing Energy Efficiency of Sensor Networks, Olivier Sentieys and Olivier Berder.Table of ContentsIntroduction. Introduction to Energy Autonomous Micro and Nano Systems and Presentation of Contributions xiii Marc BELLEVILLE and Cyril CONDEMINE I.1. Context of energy-autonomous systems and micro-nanosystems xiii I.2. Sample applications xvi I.3. Energy harvesting, storage and conversion xvii I.4. Data acquisition, processing and transmission xviii I.5. Energy management xix I.6. Bibliography xx Chapter 1. Sensors at the Core of Building Control 1 Gilles CHABANIS, Laurent CHIESI, Hynek RAISIGEL, Isabelle RESSEJAC and Véronique BOUTIN 1.1. Introduction 1 1.2. Sensors in buildings 2 1.3. New sensor needs 3 1.4. An example: the HOMES comfort sensor prototype 10 1.5. Conclusion 20 1.6. Bibliography 21 Chapter 2. Toward Energy Autonomous Medical Implants 23 Raymond CAMPAGNOLO and Daniel KROISS 2.1. Introduction 23 2.2. Current and potential applications 24 2.3. Conclusion 55 2.4. Bibliography 57 Chapter 3. Energy Autonomous Systems in Aeronautic Applications 59 Thomas BECKER, Jirka KLAUE and Martin KLUGE 3.1. Motivation 59 3.2. Wireless systems 62 3.3. Autonomous systems 71 3.4. Summary 79 3.5. Bibliography 79 Chapter 4. Energy Harvesting by Photovoltaic Effect 83 Emmanuelle ROUVIÈRE, Simon PERRAUD, Cyril CONDEMINE and Guy WALTISPERGER 4.1. Introduction 83 4.2. Light power available indoors and outdoors 84 4.3. Photovoltaic cell: physical principle and model 88 4.4. Comparison between various photovoltaic cell technologies 96 4.5. Electronic management 97 4.6. Conclusion 110 4.7. Bibliography 110 Chapter 5. Mechanical Energy Harvesting 115 Ghislain DESPESSE, Jean Jacques CHAILLOUT, Sébastien BOISSEAU and Claire JEAN-MISTRAL 5.1. Energy-harvesting analysis 115 5.2. Main sources and conversion principles of mechanical energy 116 5.3. Harvesting mechanical energy from vibrations 122 5.4. Mechanical energy harvesting from forces/deformations 138 5.5. Conclusions and perspectives on mechanical energy harvesting 142 5.6. Bibliography 142 Chapter 6. Thermal Energy Harvesting 153 Tristan CAROFF, Emmanuelle ROUVIÈRE and Jérôme WILLEMIN 6.1. General presentation 153 6.2. Energy harvesting by thermoelectric effect 154 6.3. Thermoelectric materials 160 6.4. Technological trends 162 6.5. Implementation constraints and optimization 167 6.6. Electronic management of autonomous thermoelectric systems 172 6.7. Conclusions on thermal energy-harvesting systems 182 6.8. Bibliography 183 Chapter 7. Lithium Micro-Batteries 185 Raphaël SALOT 7.1. Development of lithium batteries over 20 years 186 7.2. The lithium system aiming for strong miniaturization properties 191 7.3. Bibliography 204 Chapter 8. Ultra-Low-Power Sensors 207 Pascal NOUET, Norbert DUMAS, Laurent LATORRE and Frédérick MAILLY 8.1. Introduction 207 8.2. Overview of sensors and their proximity electronics 208 8.3. Capacitive sensors 213 8.4. Resistive sensors 232 8.5. Conclusions 236 8.6. Bibliography 237 Chapter 9. Ultra-Low-Power Signal Processing in Autonomous Systems 241 Christian PIGUET 9.1. Low-power consumption 242 9.2. Digital signal processors 245 9.3. Decreasing static power consumption 254 9.4. Asynchronous architectures 260 9.5. Error tolerance 264 9.6. Conclusion 266 9.7. Bibliography 267 Chapter 10. Ultra-Low-Power Radio Frequency Communications and Protocols 273 Eric MERCIER 10.1. Introduction 273 10.2. Radio frequency and associated restrictions 274 10.3. Communication standards and protocols 279 10.4. Components and solutions 289 10.5. Conclusion 297 10.6. Bibliography 298 Chapter 11. Energy Management in an Autonomous Microsystem 301 Jean-Frédéric CHRISTMANN, Edith BEIGNE, Cyril CONDEMINE, Jérôme WILLEMIN and Christian PIGUET 11.1. Wireless sensor nodes 303 11.2. Power supplied by energy recuperators 306 11.3. Distribution, conversion and energy storage architectures 308 11.4. Implementing regulators 314 11.5. Algorithms 317 11.6. Conclusion 322 11.7. Bibliography 322 Chapter 12. Optimizing Energy Efficiency of Sensor Networks 325 Olivier SENTIEYS and Olivier BERDER 12.1. Introduction 325 12.2. Optimization methodology 328 12.3. Energy consumption model 329 12.4. Hardware optimization 332 12.5. Software organization and efficient protocols 343 12.6. Optimizing energy of algorithms 346 12.7. Conclusion and perspectives 354 12.8. Bibliography 355 List of Authors 361 Index 365
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Royal Society of Chemistry Microscale Acoustofluidics
Book SynopsisThe manipulation of cells and microparticles within microfluidic systems using external forces is valuable for many microscale analytical and bioanalytical applications. Acoustofluidics is the ultrasound-based external forcing of microparticles with microfluidic systems. It has gained much interest because it allows for the simple label-free separation of microparticles based on their mechanical properties without affecting the microparticles themselves. Microscale Acoustofluidics provides an introduction to the field providing the background to the fundamental physics including chapters on governing equations in microfluidics and perturbation theory and ultrasound resonances, acoustic radiation force on small particles, continuum mechanics for ultrasonic particle manipulation, and piezoelectricity and application to the excitation of acoustic fields for ultrasonic particle manipulation. The book also provides information on the design and characterization of ultrasonic particle manipulation devices as well as applications in acoustic trapping and immunoassays. Written by leading experts in the field, the book will appeal to postgraduate students and researchers interested in microfluidics and lab-on-a-chip applications.Table of ContentsGoverning equations in microfluidics; Regular perturbation theory for acoustic fields; Linear continuum mechanics; Linear piezoelectric transducers; Building microfluidic acoustic resonators; Experimental characterization of devices; Acoustic radiation force; Applications in acoustophoresis; Modelling and applications of planar resonant devices; Scaling-laws and time scales in acoustofluidics; Affinity acoustophoresis; Biocompatibility and cell viability in microfluidic acoustic resonators; Analysis of acoustic streaming by singular perturbation; Applications in acoustic streaming; Streaming with ultrasound waves interacting with solid particles; Acoustics streaming near liquid-gas interfaces: drops and bubbles; SAW devices; Microscopy for lab-on-a-chip devices; Particle manipulation in acoustic cavities; Applications in acoustic trapping; Enhanced immunoassays and particle sensors; Multiwavelength devices and scale dependent properties; Acoustic manipulation combined with other techniques
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Physical Design and Mask Synthesis for Directed Self-Assembly Lithography
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Atomic Force Microscopy
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Springer International Publishing AG Nanoparticles in the Management of Atherosclerosis: A Machine-Generated Literature Overview
Book SynopsisThe book's primary objective is to introduce the pathology and physiology atherosclerosis in brief, and its diagnosis and treatment. Atherosclerosis is an inflammatory disease of the arterial wall. An advanced understanding of atherosclerosis shows that it leads to myocardial infarction and other cardiovascular diseases, taking 17 million people every year worldwide. The literature suggests that atherosclerosis is an ancient disease and is still a long-standing health problem globally. Hence early diagnosis and treatment of atherosclerosis are crucial to solving long-standing health issues.This book provides a systemic summary of recent literature focusing on disease pathology, advancement in diagnosis and therapies. Recently, nanoparticles performing dual roles as diagnostic and therapeutic agents have been keenly interested. However, the nanoparticle has yet to reach the clinic. Understanding the role of biomaterials in formulations and existing strategies is critical when developing novel formulations and working on translation to clinical settings. The book provides a systematic biomaterial-based summary of the literature, methods used to formulate nanoparticles, and their scale-up potential. Another key objective of the book is to motivate the reader to conduct research on theranostic nanoparticles to treat atherosclerosis and put us one step closer to solving a long-standing health problem—atherosclerosis.The auto-summaries have been generated by a recursive clustering algorithm via the Dimensions Auto-summarizer by Digital Science handled by Subject Matter Experts and the external editor. The editor of this book selected which SN content should be auto-summarized and decided its order of appearance. Please be aware that the auto-summaries consist of original sentences, but are not representative of its original paper, since we do not show the full length of the publication. Please note that only published SN content is represented here, and that machine-generated books are still at an experimental stage.Table of ContentsIntroduction to atherosclerosis.- Introduction to nanoparticles, synthesis characterization and clinical status.- Nanoparticles used in diagnosis of atherosclerosis.- Theranostic-Nanoparticles used for atherosclerosis.
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Springer NanoInsecticide
Book SynopsisNanoinsecticide - An introduction.- Nanotechnology in Crop Insect Pest Management - Scope and Approach.- Nanoinsecticide Perspectives for Plant Protection and Nutrition - An Emerging Field.- Nanoinsecticide Preparation Methods (Chemical, Physical, and Biological Methods).- Nanoinsecticide Formulation Types.- Mechanisms of Nanoinsecticide Formulation Release.- Bioavailability and Environmental Safety of Nanoinsecticide.- Risks of Nanoinsecticide Toxicity on NonTarget Species and their Effects on Environmental Regulatory Considerations.- Human Toxicity of Nano-insecticides.- Successful Examples of Nanopesticides Against Major Insect Pests in Agricultures.- Impact of Nanoinsecticides in Combination with Nanofertilizers.- Biogenic Nanoinsecticides as New Directions for Insect Pest Control.- Nanoparticles-Based Bioinsecticide for Insect Pest Control: Current Status and Future Trends in Agriculture.- Patent Issues in Nanoinsecticide.- Nanoinsecticide in Agriculture - State of the Art and Future Opportunities.
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Springer Revolutionizing Agriculture A Comprehensive Exploration of AgriNanotechnology
Book SynopsisFundamentals of Nanotechnology.- Applicability of Nanomaterials in Agriculture.- Cellular uptake mechanism of nanomaterials in plants.- Application of nanotechnology in bio-fortification.- Nanotechnology in Crop Protection.- Innovative Nanotechnology in CRISPR-Based Crop Genome Editing.- Pesticide & Herbicide and Nontechnology Application.- Nano-sensors for soil and nutrients analytics.- Nanotechnology-based impacts on agricultural soils.- Deciphering the impact of nanoparticles on microbiomes of soils and plants.- Nanotechnology for Sustainable Agriculture.- Nano-materials for post-harvest management.- Nano-preservation in Agriculture.- Nano-based Drug Delivery Systems in Plants.- Nano-formulation for agriculture applicability.- Role of green synthesized Nanoparticles in agriculture technology.- Chemically engineered nanoparticles and their role in agriculture.- Regulatory and Ethical Concerns of Nanotechnology in agriculture.- Emerging applications and future trends of agri-nanotechnology.
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Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH Concepts of Nanochemistry
Book SynopsisAuthored by a rising star in the field and one of its pioneers, this textbook is ideal for interdisciplinary courses - bridging chemistry, materials science, physics and biology. Adopting a completely new and visionary approach, this is a unique learning tool, focusing on just six concepts crucial for understanding nanochemistry: surface, size, shape, self-assembly, defects and the interface of biology and nanochemistry. These concepts are elucidated through the analysis of six materials representing the real life application of the nanochemistry concepts. The teaching questions included provide real "food for thought", thus training students to think as a researcher does and so develop problemsolving skills.Trade Review"The book Concepts can serve as a superb guide into nanochemistry for university teachers, students, and the interested general public. It can be emphatically recommended. Read it, or you will be missing something extraordinary." (Angewandte Chemie, 2010) Table of ContentsForeword xi About the Authors xiii Acknowledgments xvii Introduction 1 Nanochemistry – Why Should We Care? 1 What is Nanochemistry? 4 This Book – Instructions for Use 7 References 10 1 An Introduction to Nanochemistry Concepts 11 1.1 Nanochemistry – What’s in a Name? 11 1.2 On the Surface of Things 12 1.3 Size is Everything. . .Almost 19 1.4 Shape 23 1.5 Self-Assembly 26 1.6 Two Words About Defects 34 1.7 The Bio–Nano Interface 37 1.8 Safety 45 References 47 2 Silica 51 2.1 Introduction 51 2.2 Surface 52 2.3 Size 56 2.4 Shape 61 2.5 Self-Assembly 64 2.6 Defects 71 2.7 BioNano 75 2.8 Conclusion 78 2.9 Silica – NanoFood for Thought 79 References 82 3 Gold 85 3.1 Introduction 85 3.2 Surface 85 3.3 Size 89 3.4 Shape 94 3.5 Self-Assembly 97 3.6 Defects 100 3.7 BioNano 104 3.8 Gold – NanoFood for Thought 107 References 110 4 Polydimethylsiloxane 113 4.1 Introduction 113 4.2 Surface 114 4.3 Size 118 4.4 Shape 123 4.5 Self-Assembly 128 4.6 Defects 131 4.7 BioNano 132 4.8 PDMS – NanoFood for Thought 137 References 139 5 Cadmium Selenide 141 5.1 Introduction 141 5.2 Surface 142 5.3 Size 145 5.4 Shape 151 5.5 Self-Assembly 157 5.6 Defects 160 5.7 BioNano 163 5.8 CdSe – NanoFood for Thought 167 References 170 6 Iron Oxide 173 6.1 Introduction 173 6.2 Surface 173 6.3 Size 179 6.4 Shape 184 6.5 Self-Assembly 187 6.6 BioNano 189 6.7 Iron Oxide – NanoFood for Thought 193 References 194 7 Carbon 197 7.1 Introduction 197 7.2 Surface 198 7.3 Size 203 7.4 Shape 205 7.5 Self-Assembly 207 7.6 BioNano 211 7.7 Conclusion 213 7.8 Carbon – NanoFood for Thought 214 References 216 8 Nanochemistry Case Histories 217 8.1 Introduction 217 8.2 Case #1 218 8.3 Case #2 225 8.4 Conclusions 232 References 233 9 Nanochemistry Diagnostics 235 9.1 A Reference Sheet 235 9.2 Microscopy Techniques 235 9.3 Diffraction Techniques 238 9.4 Spectroscopic Techniques 239 9.5 Magnetic Techniques 242 9.6 Separation Techniques 243 9.7 Thermal Techniques 243 9.8 Adsorption Techniques 243 9.9 Electrical Techniques 244 10 Challenges in Nanochemistry 245 References 249 Index 251
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Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Self-Assembled Nanomaterials II: Nanotubes
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Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Nanoimprint Lithography: An Enabling Process for
Book SynopsisNanoimprint Lithography: An enabling process for nanofabrication presents a comprehensive description of nanotechnology that is one of the most promising low-cost, high-throughput technologies for manufacturing nanostructures, and an emerging lithography candidates for 22, 16 and 11 nm nodes. It provides the exciting, multidisciplinary field, offering a wide range of topics covering: principles, process, material and application. This book would be of specific interest for researchers and graduate students in the field of nanoscience, nanotechnology and nanofabrication, material, physical, chemical, electric engineering and biology. Dr. Weimin Zhou is an associate professor at Shanghai Nanotechnology Promotion Center, China.Table of ContentsPrinciples and statues of nanoimprint lithography.- Stamp Fabrication.- stamp surface treatment.- Nanoimprint lithography resists.- Nanoimprint lithography process.- Modeling and Simulation of NIL.- Application of NIL in Light emitting Diodes.- Application of NIL in memory devices.- Application of NIL in solar cell.
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Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Self-Lubricating Composites
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Springer Verlag, Singapore Handbook of Biopolymers
Book Synopsis This book on biopolymers offers a comprehensive source for biomaterial professionals. It covers all elementary topics related to the properties of biopolymers, the production, and processing of biopolymers, applications of biopolymers, examples of biopolymers, and the future of biopolymers. Edited by experts in the field, the book highlights international professionals’ longstanding experiences and addresses the requirements of practitioners and newcomers in this field in finding a solution to their problems. The book brings together several natural polymers, their extraction/production, and physio-chemical features. The topics covered in this book are biopolymers from renewable sources, marine prokaryotes, soy protein and humus oils, biopolymer recycling, chemical modifications, and specific properties. The book also focuses on the potential and diverse applications of biogenic and bio-derived polymers. The content includes industrial applications of natural polymeric molecules and applications in key areas such as material, biomedical, sensing, packaging, biomedicine, and biotechnology, and tissue engineering applications are discussed in detail. The objective of this book is to fill the gap between the researchers working in the laboratory to cutting-edge technological applications in related industries. This book will be a very valuable reference material for graduates and post-graduate students, academic researchers, professionals, research scholars, and scientists, and for anyone who has a flavor for doing biomaterial research. The books are designed to serve as a bridge between undergraduate textbooks in biochemistry and professional literature. The book provides universal perspectives for an emerging field where classical polymer science blends with molecular biology with highlights on recent advances. Table of ContentsBiopolymers: State of the art and new challengesBiopolymers from renewable sources Recent approaches towards Bacterial NanoCellulose (BNS) synthesis Bacterial nanocellulose from agro-industrial wastes Biopolymers from marine prokaryotes Biomolecules from humus oil Soy protein biopolymer Piezoelectric Properties of Biopolymers Optical properties of biopolymers: Theoretical and experimental advancesMechanical properties of biopolymers Thermal properties of biopolymers Gas barrier properties of biopolymers Structural, morphological and textural properties of biopolymers Tuning the hydrophilic/hydrophobic behavior of biopolymers: Surface modificationsBiopolymer based blends Biopolymer Based Interpenetrating Polymer Networks Biopolymer based gels Biopolymer based composites Biopolymer based nanocomposites Biopolymer based blend nanocomposites Nanofibres and Nanomembranes of biopolymers Biopolymer Based Soil Treatment for Geotechnical Engineering Applications Biopolymers as Engineering Materials Biopolymer based nanocomposites for the treatment of organic pollutants from the synthetic wastewater: ApplicationBio-Medical Applications of Chitin Sustainable biodegradation and extraction of keratin with its applications Material applications of gelatin Natural rubber and guttapercha rubber: ApplicationsAlbumin Engineering applicationsTunable biopolymers Biomedical applicationsNanocellulose from cladophoro ApplicationsCellulose nanocrystals(CNCs)supported inorganic nanomaterials for catalytic applications Bacterial nanocellulose (BNCs) supported inorganic nanomaterials for catalytic applications Bio-compatibility of nanocellulose: Emerging biomedical applicationsSensing and biosensing applications of nanocellulose Packaging Applications of Biodegradable Nanocellulose Composites Nanocellulose based (bio)composites for optoelectronic applications Biopolymers for edible films and coatings in food applications Peptide-based biopolymers in biomedicine and biotechnology Cross-linking biopolymers for biomedical application Natural fibre reinforced biopolymers as construction materials Polylactic acid (PLA): ApplicationsBiopolymer films and composite coatings: ApplicationsGas barrier properties and applications of nanocellulose based materials Applications of Biopolymer-Based Nanofibers and Nanomembranes Amylose-Amylopectin ratio: comprehensive understanding of structure, physico-chemical attributes and applications of starchBiopolymers: Building blocks for the synthesis of advanced materials Nature Inspired Biomimetic Polymeric Materials and Its Applications Cosmetic applications of albumin Biodegradation of Biopolymers:Reflections Towards Possible Biomagnification Definitions and AssessmentBiopolymer waste management: Reuse, Recycling and disposalSafety issues, environmental impacts and health effects of biopolymers Challenges and issues in biopolymer applications
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World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Lessons From Nanoelectronics: A New Perspective
Book Synopsis'The author has made this book accessible to many readers interested in learning about the fascinating world of nanotechnology by limiting the necessary background for understanding the book … The book takes a very complex subject and makes very clear explanations, with many illustrations, that will give the reader an opportunity to understand these, oftentimes, counterintuitive concepts. Understanding these concepts allows one to more fully appreciate the sophistication of many of today’s electronic devices.'IEEE Electrical Insulation MagazineEveryone is familiar with the amazing performance of a modern smartphone, powered by a billion-plus nanotransistors, each having an active region that is barely a few hundred atoms long. The same amazing technology has also led to a deeper understanding of the nature of current flow and heat dissipation on an atomic scale which is of broad relevance to the general problems of non-equilibrium statistical mechanics that pervade many different fields.This book is based on a set of two online courses originally offered in 2012 on nanoHUB-U and more recently in 2015 on edX. In preparing the second edition the author decided to split it into parts A and B titled Basic Concepts and Quantum Transport respectively, along the lines of the two courses. A list of available video lectures corresponding to different sections of this volume is provided upfront.To make these lectures accessible to anyone in any branch of science or engineering, the author assume very little background beyond linear algebra and differential equations. However, the author will be discussing advanced concepts that should be of interest even to specialists, who are encouraged to look at his earlier books for additional technical details.
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Pan Stanford Publishing Pte Ltd Responsible Nanobiotechnology: Philosophy and
Book SynopsisThis book comprehensively reviews the considerations of nanotechnology elaborated in philosophy, ethics, and the social sciences and systematizes and develops them further. It focuses on the issues of ethical responsibility regarding chances and risks of nanotechnology and its possible applications in the fields of synthetic nanoparticles, synthetic biology, animal enhancement, and human enhancement. The book has been, thus, put in the context of the keywords "responsible innovation" and "reflective sciences," which have been central concepts in the debates about the relationship between science and society for the last few years.Trade Review"Responsible Nanobiotechnology: Philosophy and Ethics makes an important contribution. This book provides an informed and in-depth analysis of the nature, implications, and future advances of nanotechnology in the biomedical sciences. More importantly, the author addresses these issues with philosophical clarity to disentangle the complex issues emerging on the horizon of nanobiotechnological development. I strongly recommend it."—Prof. Fabrice Jotterand - UT Southwestern Medical Center, USA"Sober and substantial, clear-headed and circumspect, Armin Grunwald provides more than a most welcome overview of nanoethics and responsible innovation in nanobiotechnology or synthetic biology. Not beholden to fanciful visions, he provides an introduction to a nanophilosophy that allows him to explore complex issues ranging from nanoparticle safety to the creation of artificial life."—Prof. Alfred Nordmann - Technische Universität Darmstadt, GermanyTable of ContentsNanotechnology in Context. Ethics, Technology, and Risk. Ethics of Nano(Bio)Technology: The Program. Ethics of Nano(Bio)Technology: An Overview. Synthetic Nanoparticles. Toward Creating Artificial Life. Animal Enhancement. Human Enhancement. Explorative Nanophilosophy: More Than Applied Ethics. Conclusions and Perspectives.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Nanofluids
Book SynopsisIntroduction to nanofluids--their properties, synthesis, characterization, and applications Nanofluids are attracting a great deal of interest with their enormous potential to provide enhanced performance properties, particularly with respect to heat transfer. In response, this text takes you on a complete journey into the science and technology of nanofluids. The authors cover both the chemical and physical methods for synthesizing nanofluids, explaining the techniques for creating a stable suspension of nanoparticles. You get an overview of the existing models and experimental techniques used in studying nanofluids, alongside discussions of the challenges and problems associated with some of these models. Next, the authors set forth and explain the heat transfer applications of nanofluids, including microelectronics, fuel cells, and hybrid-powered engines. You also get an introduction to possible future applications in large-scale cooling and biomedicine.Table of Contents1. Introduction (S. K. Das, S. U. S. Choi, W. Yu, and T. Pradeep). 2. Synthesis of Nanofluids (S. K. Das). 3. Conduction Heat Transfer in Nano-Fluids (S. K. Das). 4. Part 2: Theoretical Modeling of Thermal Conductivity of Nanofluids (S. K. Das, S. U. S. Choi, W. Yu, and T. Pradeep). 5. Convection in Nanofluids (S. K. Das). 6. Boiling of Nano-Fluids (S. K. Das). 7. Applications and Future Directions (S. K. Das, S. U. S. Choi, W. Yu, and T. Pradeep).
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Synthesis and Processing of Nanostructured
Book SynopsisAdvances in nanotechnology offer great new promise in new multifunctional systems that experts predict to be a major economic force within the next decade. Ceramic materials enable new developments in such areas as electronics and displays, portable power systems and personnel protection.Table of ContentsPreface. Introduction. Nanoparticle Colloidal Suspension Optimization and Freeze-Cast Forming (Kathy Lu and Chris S. Kessler). Synthesis, Characterization and Measurements of Electrical Properties of Alumina-Titania Nano-Composites (Vikas Somani and Samar J. Kalita). Synthesis and Characterization of Nanocrystalline Barium Strontium Titanate Ceramics (Vikas Somani and Samar J. Kalita). Nanoparticle Hydroxyapatite Crystallization Control by using Polyelectrolytes (Mualla dner and dzlem Dogan). Synthesis of Carbon Nanotubes and Silicon Carbide Nanofibers as Composite Reinforcing Materials (Hao Li, Abhishek Kothari, and Brian W. Sheldon). 3-D Microparticles of BaTiO, and Zn,SiO, via the Chemical (Sol-Gel, Acetate, or Hydrothermal) Conversion of Biological (Diatom) Templates (Ye Cai, Michael R. Weatherspoon, Eric Ernst, Michael S. Haluska, Robert L. Snyder, and Kenneth H. Sandhage) Polymer Fiber Assisted Processing of Ceramic Oxide Nano and Submicron Fibers (Satyajit Shukla, Erik Brinley, Hyoung J. Cho, and Sudipta Seal). Phase Development in the Catalytic System V205/Ti02 under Oxidizing Conditions (D. Habel, E. Feike, C. Schroder, H. Schubert, A. Hosch, J.,Stelzer, J. Caro, C. Hess, and A. Knop-Gericke). Synthesis and Characterization of Cubic Silicon Carbide (O-Sic) and Trigonal Silicon Nitride (a-Si,N,) Nanowires (K. Saulig-Wenger, M. Bechelany, D. Cornu, S. Bernard, F. Chassagneux, P. Miele, and T. Epicier). High Energy Milling Behavior of Alpha Silicon Carbide (M. Aparecida Pinheiro dos Santos and C. Albano da.Costa Neto). Synthesis of Boron Nitride Nanotubes for Engineering Applications (J. Hurst, D. Hull, and D. Gorican). Comparison of Electromagnetic Shielding in GFR-Nano Composites (W.-K. Jung, S.-H. Ahn, and M.-S. Won). Densification Behavior of Zirconia Ceramics Sintered Using High-Frequency Microwaves (M. Wolff, G. Falk, R. Clasen, G. Link, S. Takayama, and M. Thumm). Manufacturing of Doped Glasses Using Reactive Electrophoretic Deposition (REPD) (D. Jung, J. Tabellion, and R. Clasen). Shaping of Bulk Glasses and Ceramics with Nanosized Particles (J. Tabellion and R. Clasen). Author Index.
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