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    • Applied Nanoplasmonics

      Applications in Chemical Sensing and Radiation Detection
      • 1st Edition
      • Prasanta Mandal + 2 more
      • English
      Applied Nanoplasmonics: Applications in Chemical Sensing and Radiation Detection dives into the world of plasmonics and its various applications in modern technology. It covers fundamental concepts, detailed nanofabrication methods for creating plasmonic and photonic structures, computational modeling, and practical uses. Notable advancements like plasmonic SERS chemical sensing, absorbing metamaterials, and plasmonic tweezers are comprehensively discussed, bridging the gap between theoretical understanding and practical implementation. In addition to fundamentals, the book reviews surface plasmons and their dispersion, excitation techniques, nanofabrication, and applications in solar energy, radiation sensing, photodetection, and opto-electronic devices.The chapter on SPASER examines its core principles and limitations, making the book an essential reference for researchers in this multidisciplinary field.

    • Green Materials for a Circular Economy

      Materials Selection, Product Development, and Life Cycle Extension Strategies
      • 1st Edition
      • S.M. Sapuan + 3 more
      • English
      Green Materials for a Circular Economy: Materials Selection, Product Development, and Life Cycle Extension Strategies provides fundamental and practical knowledge on design for circularity, especially for product development applications and throughout their entire lifecycle. Topics covered range from conceptual design to materials selection, environmental lifecycle assessment, and lifecycle extension strategies. Additionally, there are a number of recent case studies showing design for circularity in practice in applications such as automotive component design, furniture design, user behavior, and joining design. Researchers, students, design practitioners, and engineers working with green materials, biocomposites, recycling, and materials will find this book to be a comprehensive source.

    • Applications of Nanotechnologies in Biomedicine, Agriculture, and the Environment

      • 1st Edition
      • Surender Kumar Sharma + 1 more
      • English
      Applications of Nanotechnologies in Biomedicine, Agriculture, and the Environment provides a comprehensive overview of the synthesis, design, and utilization of various nanomaterials, exploring their potential applications in fields ranging from agriculture and environmental remediation to healthcare and medicine. With contributions from leading experts in the field, the book starts with an overview of various synthesis methods, along with a thorough discussion on the benefits and limitations of each method. Subsequent chapters focus on specific areas of innovation, encompassing a broad array of applications within food and agriculture, biomedicine and environmental science. This is a valuable resource for researchers and advanced students across a range of disciplines, but it is also ideal for industrial scientists, engineers and R&D professionals with an interest in nanotechnology and sustainable technologies for diverse applications.

    • Electronics Use in Harsh Environments

      Challenges and Perspectives
      • 1st Edition
      • Rajan Ambat + 2 more
      • English
      Today all industrial sectors use power electronic systems and high-power devices. They face significant humidity and gaseous exposure-related corrosion issues in harsh environments.Electro... Use in Harsh Environments: Challenges and Perspectives provides a state-of-the-art review on environmental reliability issues in electronics in different technological applications due to exposure in harsh environments. This is an important issue today in relation to both high (power electronics) and low voltage applications as well as in connection with their use in various industrial sectors such as wind energy, solar, automotive, transport, and consumer electronic sectors.The book takes an application-based approach and covers environmental reliability studies in power electronics systems and components. Chapters focus on current applications, environmental reliability issues, and remedial measures that are available. Relevant issues related to electronic processing/material use and corrosion issues, failure mechanisms due to high voltage, and thermal incidents caused by corrosion issues are also discussed in detail.The book will be a valuable reference source for academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists, and engineers, as well as corrosion specialists and all those involved in electronic reliability studies and electrification issues in transport, consumer goods and energy sectors.

    • Materials Science for Dentistry

      • 11th Edition
      • B. W. Darvell
      • English
      Materials Science for Dentistry, Eleventh Edition, is a must-have resource for undergraduate and postgraduate courses in dentistry. This book provides fundamental coverage of the materials on which dentistry depends, covering the structure, mechanics, chemistry and physics that govern the behavior and performance of materials. Particular classes of materials include gypsum, polymers, acrylic, cements, waxes, ceramics and metals. Other chapters review surfaces, corrosion, mixing, casting, cutting and bonding, and mechanical testing. This updated edition, which includes substantial chapters on chemistry, has been extensively refined and reworked to provide the most useful content for a broad readership, from undergraduate students through to senior researchers and teachers. Accessibly written to provide explanations for behavior, formulation, clinical and laboratory instructions and procedures, there is no comparable resource for researchers, students, technicians, instructors and practitioners in the field of dentistry.

    • Functionalized Metal Nanoparticles

      Current Research Trends and Applications
      • 1st Edition
      • Bibhuti Bhusan Sahu + 3 more
      • English
      Functionalized Metal Nanoparticles: Current Research Trends and Applications provides a comprehensive overview of synthesis techniques, characterization methods, and potential for functionalization of metal nanoparticles and their hybrid materials. It offers guidance on selecting metal nanoparticles for optimal material properties and practical utilization across various fields. Additionally, the book explores a wide range of applications for metal nanoparticles, including catalysis, sensors, optics, and electronics, with a focus on emerging topics such as bio-hydrogen production, energy technologies, and drug delivery systems.This book serves as a valuable resource for researchers, engineers, and academics interested in the fundamentals, latest research advances, and emerging technological applications of metal nanoparticles and their functionalization.

    • Materials Informatics

      Molecules, Crystals and Beyond
      • 1st Edition
      • Krishna Rajan
      • English
      Materials Informatics: Molecules, Crystals and Beyond discusses the role of information science in aiding the discovery and interpretation of multiscale relationships that are critical for materials discovery, design, and optimization. The book covers key challenges in applying information science methods to materials science, including the multidimensional nature of structure-property relationships, data sparsity, and the nature and sources of uncertainty, along with a brief overview of the algorithmic tools used for unsupervised and supervised learning.Building on these topics, chapters then cover the development of physics/chemistry informed data representations of structure and properties, the application of machine learning for structure and property prediction and screening for targeted properties, and the utilization of techniques such a graphics recognition, natural language processing, and statistically driven visualization tools in deciphering processing-structure... relationships in materials.

    • Phosphorous Nanomaterials

      Synthesis, Properties, and Multifaceted Applications
      • 1st Edition
      • Gautam Patel + 3 more
      • English
      Phosphorous Nanomaterials: Synthesis, Properties, and Multifaceted Applications provides a thorough overview of the chemistry, physics, and engineering aspects of phosphorous-based nanomaterials. The book explores classifications, structure, chemistry, synthesis, processing, and functionalization, providing insights into the fundamental properties and practical applications across various fields, including electronics, optoelectronics, tissue engineering, biosensing, and environmental remediation. Additionally, it addresses environmental impacts, cytotoxicity, and safety concerns associated with phosphorous nanomaterials, making it a valuable resource for researchers and engineers in materials science and nanotechnology.

    • Nanomaterials Perovskites Oxides and Halides Catalysts

      Applications in Sustainable Catalytic Processes
      • 1st Edition
      • Peter R. Makgwane + 3 more
      • English
      Nanomaterials Perovskites Oxides and Halides Catalysts: Applications in Sustainable Catalytic Processes delivers a comprehensive introduction to the dynamic world of perovskite-based nanomaterials, emphasizing their use as highly effective catalysts. The book is structured into four well-defined sections, beginning with an accessible overview of fundamental concepts, material properties, synthesis techniques, and innovative design approaches. Readers are guided through the essential processes that underpin the development of these advanced materials, providing a solid foundation for understanding their significance in modern science and technology. This resource is invaluable for those seeking to deepen their knowledge of perovskite nanomaterials and their catalytic capabilities.The following chapters highlight perovskite-based catalysts in energy-related applications, including fuel cells, batteries, supercapacitors, and chemical conversion reactions. The book further explores their contribution to chemical conversion processes and environmental solutions such as pollution control, water purification, and advanced sensing technologies. By offering key strategies for designing nanomaterials with enhanced structural qualities, it serves as an essential guide for researchers and professionals in materials science, environmental science, renewable energy, and chemical engineering.

    • Sustainable Zinc Oxide Nanostructures

      Fundamentals, Recent Advances, and Applications
      • 1st Edition
      • S. Shankar Subramanian + 3 more
      • English
      Sustainable Zinc Oxide Nanostructures: Fundamentals, Recent Advances, and Applications delivers an in-depth exploration into the world of zinc oxide nanostructures, emphasizing sustainable and eco-friendly approaches. The book opens by detailing green synthesis techniques, such as plant-based, microbial, and enzyme-assisted methods, highlighting the importance of utilizing biological materials to create nanoparticles. Readers are introduced to advanced characterization methods that ensure the quality and functionality of these nanostructures. By focusing on sustainability, the text addresses the growing demand for environmentally-cons... solutions in nanotechnology and provides a solid foundation for understanding both basic principles and innovative advances in the field.In addition to synthesis and characterization, the book examines a broad range of real-world applications for ZnO nanoparticles, spanning energy production, environmental cleanup, sensors, and healthcare technologies. The final chapters tackle pressing concerns about toxicity, ongoing challenges, and future directions for research, making it a practical guide for those seeking to navigate and contribute to the rapidly evolving landscape of sustainable nanotechnology. Researchers, scientists, and engineers will find this resource especially valuable for its balanced coverage and practical insights.

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