Hexagonal Boron Nitride

Synthesis, Properties, and Applications

1st Edition - May 30, 2024
Editors: Kalim Deshmukh, Mayank Pandey, Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain
Language: English
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Hexagonal Boron Nitride: Synthesis, Properties, and Applications offers a comprehensive approach to hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN), covering synthesis, exfoliation, properties, characterization, functionalization, heterostructures, nanocomposites, and modelling and simulation, and guiding the reader towards advanced applications in biomedicine, electronics, energy storage, wastewater treatment, and other areas. The book begins by introducing hexagonal boron nitride, discussing classification, structure, synthesis methods, exfoliation, and functionalization techniques. This is followed by in-depth coverage of properties and characterization, as well as heterostructures and other two-dimensional materials and nanocomposites.

The fourth section of the book examines specific target applications, covering a range of cutting-edge areas including micro- and nano-electronics, anti-friction and anti-corrosive coatings, bone tissue engineering, wound healing, nanomedicine, drug delivery, catalysis, water treatment, energy storage and conversion, sensing and bio-sensing, and fire-retardant applications. Finally, computational modelling and simulation, and environmental aspects, are addressed in detail.

Cover image
Title page
Table of Contents
Copyright
List of contributors
Preface
Section I: Synthesis, processing, and functionalization
Chapter 1. Introduction to hexagonal boron nitrides: history, classification, structure, fundamental properties, challenges, and future perspective
Abstract
1.1 Introduction
1.2 History of hexagonal boron nitrides
1.3 Classification of boron nitrides
1.4 Structure of hexagonal boron nitride
1.5 Strategies for the synthesis of different boron nitride’s allotropes
1.6 Characterization techniques of hexagonal boron nitride
1.7 Fundamental properties of hexagonal boron nitride
1.8 Defects in hexagonal boron nitride
1.9 Conclusion
1.10 Future perspective of hexagonal boron nitride
References
Chapter 2. Synthesis methods of hexagonal boron nitride
Abstract
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Crystal structure of hexagonal boron nitride
2.3 Synthetic methods
2.4 Properties of hexagonal boron nitride and applications
2.5 Challenges and future perspectives
2.6 Conclusion
References
Chapter 3. Exfoliation methods and functionalization techniques of hexagonal boron nitride
Abstract
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Types of exfoliation
3.3 Functionalization
3.4 Conclusions
References
Section II: Properties and characterizations
Chapter 4. Electronic, electrical, and optical properties of hexagonal boron nitride
Abstract
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Electronic properties of hexagonal boron nitride
4.3 Electrical properties of hexagonal boron nitride
4.4 Optical properties of hexagonal boron nitride
4.5 Current advancements, challenges, and future research on hexagonal boron nitride
4.6 Conclusion
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter 5. Magnetic, mechanical, and tribological properties of hexagonal boron nitride
Abstract
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Types of hexagonal boron nitride
5.3 Magnetic properties of hexagonal boron nitride
5.4 Tribological properties of hexagonal boron nitride
5.5 Conclusion
References
Chapter 6. Thermal stability and thermal conductivity studies of hexagonal boron nitride
Abstract
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Thermal conductivity
6.3 Factors affecting thermal conductivity of h-BN-based materials
6.4 Hexagonal boron nitride as a filler in polymer composites
6.5 Effect of h-BN on thermal stability
6.6 Conclusion
References
Chapter 7. Spectroscopic and microscopic characterization of hexagonal boron nitride
Abstract
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Optical and confocal microscopy
7.3 X-ray spectroscopy
7.4 FTIR and Raman spectroscopy
7.5 Scanning probe microscopy and spectroscopy
7.6 Electron microscopy and spectroscopy
7.7 Nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy
7.8 UV-visual spectroscopy
7.9 Conclusion
Acknowledgments
References
Section III: Heterostructures and nanocomposites
Chapter 8. Heterostructures of hexagonal boron nitride with other two-dimensional materials: synthesis, properties, and applications
Abstract
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Carbon-based hexagonal boron nitride heterostructures
8.3 Metal-based hexagonal boron nitride heterostructures
8.4 Conclusion
References
Chapter 9. Hexagonal boron nitride-based polymer nanocomposites: synthesis, properties, and applications
Abstract
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Synthesis methods of hexagonal boron nitride
9.3 Functionalization of hexagonal boron nitride
9.4 Hexagonal boron nitride-based polymer nanocomposites
9.5 Synthesis methods of hexagonal boron nitride-based polymer nanocomposites
9.6 Properties of hexagonal boron nitride-based polymer nanocomposites
9.7 Alternative strategy to enhance the thermal performance of hexagonal boron nitride-based polymer nanocomposites
9.8 Applications of hexagonal boron nitride-based polymer nanocomposites
9.9 Conclusion and future outlook
References
Section IV: Applications
Chapter 10. Hexagonal boron nitride for microelectronics, nanoelectronics, and nanophotonics
Abstract
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Synthesis strategies
10.3 Hexagonal boron nitride for microelectronics
10.4 Hexagonal boron nitride for nanoelectronics
10.5 Hexagonal boron nitride for nanophotonics
10.6 h-BN/polymer nanocomposites in microelectronics, nanoelectronics, and nanophotonics applications
10.7 h-BN heterostructures with other 2D nanomaterials in microelectronics, nanoelectronics, and nanophotonics applications
10.8 Challenges and opportunities
10.9 Summary and future perspectives
Acknowledgment
References
Chapter 11. Hexagonal boron nitride-based antifriction and anticorrosive coatings
Abstract
11.1 Overview of hexagonal boron nitride
11.2 Synthesis of hexagonal boron nitride
11.3 Fabrication of hexagonal boron nitride
11.4 Hexagonal boron nitride-based antifriction and anticorrosive coatings
11.5 Conclusions and future perspectives
Acknowledgment
References
Chapter 12. Hexagonal boron nitride for bone tissue engineering application
Abstract
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Bone substitute materials
12.3 Boron nitride
12.4 Boron nitride in bone tissue engineering applications
12.5 Challenges and future perspectives
12.6 Conclusion
Acknowledgment
References
Chapter 13. Hexagonal boron nitride in wound healing
Abstract
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Wound healing
13.3 2D nanomaterial for wound healing
13.4 Hexagonal boron nitride for wound healing
13.5 Conclusion
References
Chapter 14. Hexagonal boron nitride in nanomedicine applications
Abstract
14.1 Introduction
14.2 Hexagonal boron nitrite synthesis
14.3 Biomedical applications of hexagonal boron nitride
14.4 Toxicity and biocompatibility of hexagonal boron nitride
14.5 Challenges
14.6 Future prospects
14.7 Conclusion
References
Chapter 15. Engineering the future of medicine: Hexagonal boron nitride for targeted drug delivery
Abstract
15.1 Introduction
15.2 Hexagonal boron nitride
15.3 Historical background
15.4 Importance in targeted drug delivery systems
15.5 Synthesis of hexagonal boron nitride
15.6 Polymorphic forms of boron nitride
15.7 Physical properties of hexagonal boron nitride
15.8 Functionalization of hexagonal boron nitride
15.9 Hexagonal boron nitride in targeted drug delivery systems
15.10 Pharmaceutical applications
15.11 Challenges and future prospects
15.12 Conclusions
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter 16. Hexagonal boron nitride in catalytic and photocatalytic applications
Abstract
16.1 Introduction
16.2 Catalytic applications of hexagonal boron nitride
16.3 Photocatalytic applications of hexagonal boron nitride
16.4 Conclusions
References
Chapter 17. Hexagonal boron nitride for water desalination and wastewater treatment
Abstract
17.1 Introduction
17.2 Mechanical strength for h-BN membranes under dry and submerged state
17.3 Synthesis of hexagonal boron nitride
17.4 Fabrication methods for h-BN-based membrane filtration
17.5 Research development
17.6 Understanding h-BN-based membrane filtration and adsorption and their theoretical simulation
17.7 Relative study of h-BN and graphene oxide in membrane filtration
17.8 Miscellaneous uses
17.9 Future perspectives and challenges in term of water treatment and desalination
17.10 Conclusions
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter 18. Hexagonal boron nitride for energy storage and conversion
Abstract
18.1 Introduction
18.2 Boron nitride for energy storage
18.3 Summary
References
Chapter 19. Hexagonal boron nitride in sensing and biosensing applications
Abstract
19.1 Introduction
19.2 Physics and chemistry involved in sensors
19.3 Types of sensors
19.4 Materials for sensor and biosensors
19.5 Hexagonal boron nitride for sensing and biosensing
19.6 Conclusion and summary
References
Chapter 20. Self-extinguishing properties and fire-retardant applications of hexagonal boron nitride
Abstract
20.1 Introduction
20.2 Significance of hexagonal boron nitride-based fire retardants
20.3 Synthesis of hexagonal boron nitrides
20.4 Fabrication of h-BN-based composite materials for fire-retardant applications
20.5 Fire retardancy of hexagonal boron nitride-based composites
20.6 Mechanism of self-extinguishing and fire-retardant h-BN-based composites
20.7 Challenges and future perspective
20.8 Conclusion
References
Section V: Computational modelling and simulations
Chapter 21. Molecular dynamic simulations and computational modeling of hexagonal boron nitride
Abstract
21.1 Introduction
21.2 Hexagonal boron nitride overview and structural characteristics
21.3 Atomistic insight into h-BN synthesis and growth mechanism
21.4 Properties and application of h-BN
21.5 Summary and future perspectives
References
Section VI: Biocompatibility, toxicity, environment, and health impact
Chapter 22. Biocompatibility, toxicity evaluations, environmental and health impact of hexagonal boron nitride
Abstract
22.1 Introduction
22.2 Biocompatibility of hexagonal boron nitrides
22.3 Toxicity of hexagonal boron nitrides
22.4 Environment impact of hexagonal boron nitrides
22.5 Health impact of hexagonal boron nitrides
22.6 Conclusion
References
Index

Kalim Deshmukh

Kalim Deshmukh is a Senior Researcher at the New Technologies-Research Centre, University of West Bohemia, Pilsen, Czech Republic. He has over 20 years of research experience working with various nanostructured materials, and polymeric materials, especially polymer blends, and nanocomposites for numerous applications. His research interest is mainly focused on the synthesis, characterization, and evaluation of the structure–property relationships of different polymers reinforced with various nanofillers including metal and metal oxide nanoparticles, carbon allotropes, and novel 2D nanomaterials for energy storage, gas sensing and EMI shielding applications.

Affiliations and expertise

Senior Researcher, New Technologies - Research Centre, University of West Bohemia, Czech Republic

Mayank Pandey

Dr. Mayank Pandey completed his Ph.D. in materials science from VIT University, Vellore, India, on the topic “Preparation and characterization of polymer electrolyte for electrochemical device applications”. He then went on to complete his postdoctoral studies in electrical and thermal degradation of graphene-based polymer composite for electronic device applications from CHRIST (Deemed To Be University) Bangalore, India. He is an experienced material physicist with an experimental background in synthesizing graphene quantum dot- (GQDs) based polymer nanocomposites. His research areas also include fabrication of polymer blends and composite electrolytes, organic semiconductor/organic solar cells, and their impedance spectroscopy analysis. Besides investigating the structural, optical, and electronic properties of GQDs based materials, he has also contributed towards the development of new approaches in the field of nanocarbon derivatives.

Affiliations and expertise

Department of Electronics, Kristu Jayanti College (Autonomous), Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain

Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain is an Adjunct Professor and Director of Laboratories at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), Newark, NJ, USA. His research focuses on the applications of nanotechnology and advanced materials, environmental management, analytical chemistry, and other various industries. He is a prolific author and editor for Elsevier, the American Chemical Society, the Royal Society of Chemistry, John Wiley & Sons, CRC Press, and Springer.

Affiliations and expertise

Adjunct Professor & Director of Laboratories, New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), Newark, NJ, USA

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