Synthesis and Applications of Electrospun Nanofibers

Synthesis and Applications of Electrospun Nanofibers
Author: Ramazan Asmatulu
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 308
Release: 2018-10-12
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0128139153

Synthesis and Applications of Electrospun Nanofibers examines processing techniques for nanofibers and their applications in a variety of industry sectors, including energy, agriculture and biomedicine. The book gives readers a thorough understanding of both electrospinning and interfacial polymerization techniques for their production. In addition, the book explore the use of nanofibers in a variety of industry sectors, with particular attention given to nanofibers in medicine, such as in drug and gene delivery, artificial blood vessels, artificial organs and medical facemasks, and in energy and environmental applications. Specific topics of note include fuel cells, lithium ion batteries, solar cells, supercapacitors, energy storage materials, sensors, filtration materials, protective clothing, catalysis and electromagnetic shielding. This book will serve as an important reference resource for materials scientists, engineers and biomedical scientists who want to learn more on the uses of nanofibers. - Describes a variety of techniques for producing nanofibers - Shows how nanofibers are used in a range of industrial sectors, including illustrative case studies - Discusses the pros and cons of using different fabrication techniques to produce nanofibers

Synthesis and Applications of Electrospun Nanofibers

Synthesis and Applications of Electrospun Nanofibers
Author: Ramazan Asmatulu
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 306
Release: 2018-11-01
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780128139141

Synthesis and Applications of Electrospun Nanofibers examines processing techniques for nanofibers and their applications in a variety of industry sectors, including energy, agriculture and biomedicine. The book gives readers a thorough understanding of both electrospinning and interfacial polymerization techniques for their production. In addition, the book explore the use of nanofibers in a variety of industry sectors, with particular attention given to nanofibers in medicine, such as in drug and gene delivery, artificial blood vessels, artificial organs and medical facemasks, and in energy and environmental applications. Specific topics of note include fuel cells, lithium ion batteries, solar cells, supercapacitors, energy storage materials, sensors, filtration materials, protective clothing, catalysis and electromagnetic shielding. This book will serve as an important reference resource for materials scientists, engineers and biomedical scientists who want to learn more on the uses of nanofibers. Describes a variety of techniques for producing nanofibers Shows how nanofibers are used in a range of industrial sectors, including illustrative case studies Discusses the pros and cons of using different fabrication techniques to produce nanofibers

Electrospun Nanofibers

Electrospun Nanofibers
Author: Mehdi Afshari
Publisher: Woodhead Publishing
Total Pages: 650
Release: 2016-09-13
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0081009119

Electrospun Nanofibers covers advances in the electrospinning process including characterization, testing and modeling of electrospun nanofibers, and electrospinning for particular fiber types and applications. Electrospun Nanofibers offers systematic and comprehensive coverage for academic researchers, industry professionals, and postgraduate students working in the field of fiber science. Electrospinning is the most commercially successful process for the production of nanofibers and rising demand is driving research and development in this field. Rapid progress is being made both in terms of the electrospinning process and in the production of nanofibers with superior chemical and physical properties. Electrospinning is becoming more efficient and more specialized in order to produce particular fiber types such as bicomponent and composite fibers, patterned and 3D nanofibers, carbon nanofibers and nanotubes, and nanofibers derived from chitosan. - Provides systematic and comprehensive coverage of the manufacture, properties, and applications of nanofibers - Covers recent developments in nanofibers materials including electrospinning of bicomponent, chitosan, carbon, and conductive fibers - Brings together expertise from academia and industry to provide comprehensive, up-to-date information on nanofiber research and development - Offers systematic and comprehensive coverage for academic researchers, industry professionals, and postgraduate students working in the field of fiber science

Electrospun Nanofibers

Electrospun Nanofibers
Author: Santosh Kumar Tiwari
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 382
Release: 2021-09-14
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3030799794

The book provides an up-to-date account of the various techniques of fabrication & functionalization of electrospun nanofibers as well as recent advancements. An overview of the advanced applications of such techniques in different areas is also presented. Both experimental and theoretical approaches related to electrospun nanofibers are covered along with a discussion on the inherent properties of electrospun nanofibers. Therefore, this book provides a unique resource not only to established researchers but also newcomers starting out in this field.

Electrospun Materials and Their Allied Applications

Electrospun Materials and Their Allied Applications
Author: Inamuddin
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 544
Release: 2020-05-27
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1119654866

The aim of this book is to explore the history, fundamentals, manufacturing processes, optimization parameters, and applications of electrospun materials. The book includes various types of electrospun materials such as antimicrobial, smart, bioinspired systems. It focuses on the many application areas for electrospun materials such as energy storage and harvesting, catalysis, biomedical including gene delivery and tissue engineering, separation, adsorption and water treatment technologies, packaging. The book emphasizes the enhanced sustainable properties of electrospun materials, with the challenges and future developments being discussed in detail. The chapters are written by top-class researchers and experts from throughout the world.

An Introduction to Electrospinning and Nanofibers

An Introduction to Electrospinning and Nanofibers
Author: Seeram Ramakrishna
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 396
Release: 2005
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9812567615

The research and development of nanofibers has gained much prominence in recent years due to the heightened awareness of its potential applications in the medical, engineering and defense fields. Among the most successful methods for producing nanofibers is the electrospinning process. In this timely book, the areas of electrospinning and nanofibers are covered for the first time in a single volume. The book can be broadly divided into two parts: the first comprises descriptions of the electrospinning process and modeling to obtain nanofibers while the second describes the characteristics and applications of nanofibers. The material is aimed at both newcomers and experienced researchers in the area.

Innovative Approaches for Nanobiotechnology in Healthcare Systems

Innovative Approaches for Nanobiotechnology in Healthcare Systems
Author: Amna, Touseef
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 424
Release: 2021-09-17
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1799882527

Innovative and fusion technologies have shown an incredible ability to improve various aspects of society, such as healthcare systems. Nanobiotechnology is one such technology that is being applied to medical equipment and treatment approaches. Many pharmaceutical and medical companies have begun to count on medical nanotechnology due to its abundant applications and practical uses. Innovative Approaches for Nanobiotechnology in Healthcare Systems is a pivotal reference source that provides insights into a comprehensive collection of novel techniques used for the development of safe drugs using the available resources for diverse deadly diseases. This book discusses the various platforms of nanobiotechnology that are utilized in various fields. It is expected that bionanosytems will play a crucial role in the treatment of human diseases and the improvement of existing healthcare systems. This book is ideal for scientists, biotechnologists, microbiologists, medical professionals, entrepreneurs, policymakers, researchers, academicians, and students.

Nanofibers

Nanofibers
Author: Brajesh Kumar
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2021
Genre: Nanofibers
ISBN: 9781839684265

Nanofibers are well known for their vast range of applications in sensors, catalysts, conductors, tissue engineering, and so on, owing to their high surface-area-to-volume ratio, high porosity, and the ease of tuning their structures, functionalities, and properties This book is a comprehensive overview of the synthesis, characterization, and application of nanofibers. Written by experts in the field, chapters cover such topics as green synthesis of nanofibers, electrospinning of carbon nanofibers, applications of ceramic nanofibers, transparent electrodes for flexible and stretchable electronics, nanoribbons, and much more.

Electrospinning and Electrospraying

Electrospinning and Electrospraying
Author: Sajjad Haider
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 122
Release: 2019-12-11
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1789847001

This book focuses on the recent advancements in the process parameters, research, and applications of electrospinning and electrospraying. The first chapter introduces the techniques and the effect of the parameters on the morphology of the nanofiber and nanoparticles and then the subsequent chapters focus on the applications of these techniques in different areas. This book will attract a broad audience including postgraduate students and industrial and academic investigators in sciences and engineering who wish to enhance their understanding of the emerging technologies and use this book as reference.

Handbook of Nanofibers

Handbook of Nanofibers
Author: Ahmed Barhoum
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 1300
Release: 2019-09-10
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9783319536545

This Handbook covers all aspects related to Nanofibers, from the experimental set-up for their fabrication to their potential industrial applications. It describes several kinds of nanostructured fibers such as metal oxides, natural polymers, synthetic polymers and hybrid inorganic-polymers or carbon-based materials. The first part of the Handbook covers the fundamental aspects, experimental setup, synthesis, properties and physico-chemical characterization of nanofibers. Specifically, this part details the history of nanofibers, different techniques to design nanofibers, self-assembly in nanofibers, critical parameters of synthesis, fiber alignment, modeling and simulation, types and classifications of nanofibers, and signature physical and chemical properties (i.e. mechanical, electrical, optical and magnetic), toxicity and regulations, bulk and surface functionalization and other treatments to allow them to a practical use. Characterization methods are also deeply discussed here. The second part of the Handbook deals with global markets and technologies and emerging applications of nanofibers, such as in energy production and storage, aerospace, automotive, sensors, smart textile design, energy conversion, tissue engineering, medical implants, pharmacy and cosmetics. Attention is given to the future of research in these areas in order to improve and spread the applications of nanofibers and their commercialization.