This book contains an overview of novel synthesis, characterization, and applications of nanomaterials. Based on an extensive state-of-the-art literature survey and results obtained from researches during the past years, this book presents techniques and special applications of classical and modern nanomaterials. This book reviews different nanomaterials, from the synthesis and characterization of diverse materials to modern applications such as viral detection, hyperthermia, thermoelectric, nano-coatings, electrochromic, pigments, among others. This book is aimed at students, researchers, and engineers who seek general scientific knowledge about nanomaterials with an application-oriented approach.
Author(s): Annelise Kopp Alves
Series: Engineering Materials
Publisher: Springer
Year: 2021
Language: English
Pages: 244
City: Cham
Preface
Contents
Jet Slurry Erosion of CERMET Nano-Coatings Obtained by HVOF
1 Introduction
2 Martensitic Stainless Steel and Industrial Applications
3 Tungsten Carbide (86WC-10Co-4Cr) Cermet Nano-Coatings
3.1 Cemented Carbides (CERMET)
3.2 Nanostructured Powder
3.3 Thermal Spray Coatings
3.4 HVOF Thermal Spray
4 Erosion in CERMET Coatings
4.1 Wear Definition in Materials
4.2 Erosion Definition in Materials
4.3 Slurry Erosion in Materials
4.4 Main Factors Responsible for the Slurry Erosion Process in Materials
4.5 Erosion Mechanisms
References
Nanostructured Thermoelectric Materials
1 Introduction
2 Figure of Merit
3 Nanostructured Approaches
4 Hierarchical Approach
5 Closing Remarks
References
Nanomaterials for Viral Detection
1 Introduction
2 Strategies and Techniques for Viral Detection
2.1 Electrochemical Biosensor
2.2 Optical Biosensor
2.3 Other Biosensors
3 Nanomaterials in Viral Detection
3.1 Carbon Nanomaterials in Viral Detection
3.2 Noble Metal Nanomaterials in Viral Detection
3.3 Metallic Oxides Nanomaterials in Viral Detection
3.4 Other Nanomaterials in Viral Detection
4 Conclusion
References
Carbon Quantum Dots
1 Introduction
2 Carbon
3 Carbon Nanoparticles
4 Quantum Dots and Carbon Quantum Dots
4.1 Quantum Dots
4.2 Carbon Quantum Dots
5 CQD's Synthesis Methods
5.1 CQD's Synthesis from Biomass Residues
5.2 Pyrolysis
5.3 Solvothermal Method
5.4 Microwaves
5.5 Ultrasonic
5.6 Other Methods from Top-Down to CQD's Synthesis
6 Main Characteristics Affecting the CQD's Properties
6.1 Quantum Confinement Effects
6.2 Surface Defects
6.3 Surface Passivation
References
Silica Nanoparticles: Morphology and Applications
1 Introduction
2 Silica Nanoparticles
3 Morphologies
3.1 Mobil Composition of Matter N. 41 (MCM-41)
3.2 Santa Barbara Amorphous Silica Type 15 (SBA-15)
3.3 Nanocapsules
3.4 Dendritic Fibrous Nanoparticles (DFNS)
4 Applications
4.1 Food
4.2 Building Materials
4.3 Energy
4.4 Catalysts
4.5 Biomedical/ Pharmaceutical
5 Obstacles and Future Perspectives
References
Ballistic Performance of Nanostructured Armors
1 Introduction
2 Nanostructured Ceramic Armors
3 Aluminum Oxide (Alumina)
3.1 Crystalline Structures of Alumina
3.2 Effect on Grain Size on Properties
4 Zirconia-Toughened Alumina (ZTA)
4.1 Zirconia Crystalline Structures and Toughening Mechanisms
5 Mechanical Requirements for Ceramic Armor Applications
5.1 Hardness, Flexural Strength and Fracture Toughness
5.2 Elastic Modulus and Fracture Mode
5.3 Density
6 Ballistic Performance Evaluation
6.1 Evaluation of the Ballistic Energy Dissipation
7 Conclusion and Future Prospects
References
Size Effect on Ferroelectricity in Nanoscaled BaTiO3
1 Introduction
2 Barium Titanate
3 Ferroelectricity
4 Size Effect
5 Challenges and Perspectives
References
Electrochromic Nanomaterials
1 Introduction
2 Electrochromism
3 Inorganic Materials
3.1 Inorganic Oxide Materials
3.2 Inorganic Non-Oxide Materials
4 Organic Materials
4.1 Viologens
4.2 Metallophthalocyanines
4.3 Metallopolymers
5 Synthesis Methods
6 Characterization
7 Applications
7.1 Electrochromic Devices
8 Conclusion and Future Perspective
References
Synthesis and Characterization of Nb2O5 Nanostructures
1 Introduction
2 Niobium Pentoxide (Nb2O5)
3 Synthesis Methods
3.1 Anodizing Process
3.2 Sol–gel Process
3.3 Hydrothermal Process
3.4 Microwave-Assisted Hydrothermal Process
4 Characterization Methods
4.1 Characterization by DRX
4.2 Characterization by Image
5 Conclusions
References
Nanomaterials for Magnetic Hyperthermia
1 Introduction
2 Hipertermia Magnética
3 Appropriate Magnetism for the Application of Hyperthermia
4 Heat Generation Mechanisms of Magnetic Nanoparticles
5 Nanopartículas Magnéticas Para Aplicação Em Hipertermia Magnética
6 Production of Magnetic Nanoparticles
7 Conclusions
References
Nanomaterials for Inorganic Pigments
1 Introduction
1.1 Nanopigments for Inkjet Printing
2 Conclusion
References
Graphene Application
1 Introduction
2 Ways of Obtaining Graphene
2.1 Chemical Vapor Phase Deposition (CVD)
2.2 Epitaxial Growth on SiC
2.3 Liquid-Phase Chemical Exfoliation
3 Characterization Methods
3.1 X-Ray Diffraction (XRD)
3.2 Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)
3.3 Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM)
3.4 Raman Spectroscopy
4 Applications
4.1 Applications of Graphene in Improvising Conductivity
4.2 Applications of Graphene for Particulate Removal in Aqueous Solutions
4.3 Application of Graphene as a Photodetector
5 Future Perspectives
References
Tuning Nanostructured Materials Properties Through Microwave-Assisted Synthesis
1 Introduction
2 Microwave-Assisted Synthesis
3 Effect of Microwave-Assisted Synthesis on Properties
3.1 Mechanical Properties
3.2 Optical Properties
3.3 Magnetic Properties
3.4 Electrical Properties
4 Conclusions
References
The Role of Glycerol in the Synthesis of Nanomaterials
1 Introduction
2 Metal Glycerolate as Precursors of Inorganic Nanoparticles
3 Direct Uses of Glycerolate Nanoparticles
4 Final Considerations
References
Nanomaterials and Their Influence in Society Through Times
1 Introduction
2 Ancient Nanotechnology
3 Nanotechnology in Modern Society
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