Carbon Nanomaterials for Advanced Energy Systems

Carbon Nanomaterials for Advanced Energy Systems
Author: Wen Lu
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 482
Release: 2015-11-02
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1118580788

With the proliferation of electronic devices, the world will need to double its energy supply by 2050. This book addresses this challenge and discusses synthesis and characterization of carbon nanomaterials for energy conversion and storage. Addresses one of the leading challenges facing society today as we steer away from dwindling supplies of fossil fuels and a rising need for electric power due to the proliferation of electronic products Promotes the use of carbon nanomaterials for energy applications Systematic coverage: synthesis, characterization, and a wide array of carbon nanomaterials are described Detailed descriptions of solar cells, electrodes, thermoelectrics, supercapacitors, and lithium-ion-based storage Discusses special architecture required for energy storage including hydrogen, methane, etc.

Carbon Nanotechnology

Carbon Nanotechnology
Author: Liming Dai
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 751
Release: 2006-04-18
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0080459323

Nanotechnology is no longer a merely social talking point and is beginning to affect the lives of everyone. Carbon nanotechnology as a major shaper of new nanotechnologies has evolved into a truly interdisciplinary field, which encompasses chemistry, physics, biology, medicine, materials science and engineering. This is a field in which a huge amount of literature has been generated within recent years, and the number of publications is still increasing every year. Carbon Nanotechnology aims to provide a timely coverage of the recent development in the field with updated reviews and remarks by world-renowned experts. Intended to be an exposition of cutting-edge research and development rather than a kind of conference proceeding, Carbon Nanotechnology will be very useful not only to experienced scientists and engineers, who wish to broaden their knowledge of the wide-ranging nanotechnology and/or to develop practical devices, but also to graduate and senior undergraduate students who look to make their mark in this field of the future.· A comprehensive treatment from materials chemistry and structure-property to practical applications· Offers an in-depth analysis of various carbon nanotechnologies from both fundamental and practical perspectives· An easily accessible assessment of the materials properties and device performances based on all of the major classes of carbon nanomaterials, including: carbon fiber; diamond; C60; and carbon nanotubes· A concise compilation of the practical applications of carbon nanotechnologies from polymer-carbon nanocomposites to sensors, electron emitters, and molecular electronics

Carbon Nanomaterial-Based Adsorbents for Water Purification

Carbon Nanomaterial-Based Adsorbents for Water Purification
Author: Suprakas Sinha Ray
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 422
Release: 2020-06-27
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0128219602

The deterioration of water quality and unavailability of drinkable water are pressing challenges worldwide. The removal of toxic organic and inorganic pollutants from water is vital for a clean environment, as a response to water scarcity. Adsorption-based water technologies are among the most widely used because of their high efficiency and low cost, without relying on a complex infrastructure. In recent years, carbon nanomaterials (CNMs), such as graphene and derivatives, carbon nanotubes, carbon nanofibers, nanoporous carbon, fullerenes, graphitic carbon nitride, and nanodiamonds have been extensively exploited as adsorbents due to their extraordinary surface properties, ease of modification, large surface area, controlled structural varieties, high chemical stability, porosity, low density, ease of regeneration, and reusability. This book provides a thorough overview of the state of the art in carbon nanomaterials as they are used for adsorption applications in water purifications, as well as addressing their toxicological challenges. This volume primarily explores the fundamentals of adsorption, its mechanical aspects, synthesis and properties of CNMs, and adsorption performances of CNMs and their nanocomposites with organic and inorganic materials. Structural engineering and activation processes produce materials with enhanced adsorptive properties and separation efficiencies. Furthermore, the formation of CNMs with 2D and 3D macro-and microstructures and high porosities is a potential approach to improve adsorption performances and extend CNM use at the industrial level. The book also addresses important issues regarding these adsorbents that potentially affect future research and industrial applications of carbon-based nanoadsorbents in water security. - Presents advances in multifunctional 3D superstructures of carbon nanomaterials and their composites for adsorption applications - Outlines the fundamentals on synthesis and characterization techniques of carbon-based nanostructures and their composites - Assesses the major toxicological challenges in using nanostructured materials as adsorbents for water purification

Carbon Based Nanomaterials for Advanced Thermal and Electrochemical Energy Storage and Conversion

Carbon Based Nanomaterials for Advanced Thermal and Electrochemical Energy Storage and Conversion
Author: Rajib Paul
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 464
Release: 2019-07-20
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0128140844

Carbon Based Nanomaterials for Advanced Thermal and Electrochemical Energy Storage and Conversion presents a comprehensive overview of recent theoretical and experimental developments and prospects on carbon-based nanomaterials for thermal, solar and electrochemical energy conversion, along with their storage applications for both laboratory and industrial perspectives. Large growth in human populations has led to seminal growth in global energy consumption, hence fossil fuel usage has increased, as have unwanted greenhouse gases, including carbon dioxide, which results in critical environmental concerns. This book discusses this growing problem, aligning carbon nanomaterials as a solution because of their structural diversity and electronic, thermal and mechanical properties. - Provides an overview on state-of-the-art carbon nanomaterials and key requirements for applications of carbon materials towards efficient energy storage and conversion - Presents an updated and comprehensive review of recent work and the theoretical aspects on electrochemistry - Includes discussions on the industrial production of carbon-based materials for energy applications, along with insights from industrial experts

Carbon Nanomaterials for Agri-food and Environmental Applications

Carbon Nanomaterials for Agri-food and Environmental Applications
Author: Kamel A Abd-Elsalam
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 652
Release: 2019-11-13
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0128197862

Carbon Nanomaterials for Agri-food and Environmental Applications discusses the characterization, processing and applications of carbon-based nanostructured materials in the agricultural and environmental sectors. Sections discuss the synthesis and characterization of carbon nanotubes, the technological developments in environmental applications of carbon-based nanomaterials, and agri-food applications. The book also covers the toxic effects of engineered carbon nanoparticles on the environment, and in plants and animals. Finally, quality control and risk management are addressed to assess health and environmental risks. This is an applicable book for graduate students, researchers and those in industrial sectors of science and technology who want to learn more about carbon nanomaterials.

Functionalized Carbon Nanomaterials for Theranostic Applications

Functionalized Carbon Nanomaterials for Theranostic Applications
Author: Shadpour Mallakpour
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 588
Release: 2022-09-17
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0128243678

Functionalized Carbon Nanomaterials for Theranostic Applications offers insights into the developments and trends that are progressing fast in the field of functionalized carbon nanomaterials-based devices as diagnostic tools for early stage detection of human diseases. The book provides information on how functionalized carbon nanomaterials are being used as the basis for products, such as early disease diagnostic kits, quantum dots for medical imaging and a growing list of other applications. Sections cover different mechanical, absorption, optical and electrical properties than those found in original nanomaterials. This is an important reference source that will be valuable to materials scientists, biomedical engineers and pharmaceutical scientists who are looking to increase their understanding on how functionalized carbon nanomaterials are being used for a variety of theranostic applications. - Provides readers with information on how to develop functionalized carbon nanomaterials based diagnostic devices and tools - Identifies fabrication and characterization methods for integrated devices for use in theranostic applications - Assesses major challenges for manufacturing functionalized carbon nanomaterial materials for theranostic devices on an industrial scale

Synthesis, Technology and Applications of Carbon Nanomaterials

Synthesis, Technology and Applications of Carbon Nanomaterials
Author: Suraya Abdul Rashid
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 366
Release: 2018-10-10
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0128162597

Synthesis, Technology and Applications of Carbon Nanomaterials explores the chemical properties of different classes of carbon nanomaterials and their major applications. As carbon nanomaterials are used for a variety of applications due to their versatile properties and characteristics, this book discusses recent advances in synthesis methods, characterization, and applications of 0D -3D dimensional carbon nanomaterials. It is an essential resource for readers focusing on carbon nanomaterials research. - Explores the chemical properties of different classes of carbon nanomaterials and their major applications - Discusses recent advances in synthesis methods, characterization, and applications of 0D -3D dimensional carbon nanomaterials

Introduction to Carbon Nanomaterials

Introduction to Carbon Nanomaterials
Author: Jagriti Narang
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2018-02
Genre:
ISBN: 9781681085968

Current and Future Developments in Nanomaterials and Carbon Nanotubes presents thematic volumes that highlight research in the field of nanomaterials. The book series covers the theory and application of nanomaterials including carbon nanotubes, composites, metallic nanomaterials and much more. It is essential reading to researchers interested in keeping up to date with nanomaterial applications in a wide variety of fields such as medicine, engineering and biotechnology.

Carbon Nanomaterial Electronics: Devices and Applications

Carbon Nanomaterial Electronics: Devices and Applications
Author: Arnab Hazra
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 446
Release: 2021-05-22
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9811610525

This book brings together selective and specific chapters on nanoscale carbon and applications, thus making it unique due to its thematic content. It provides access to the contemporary developments in carbon nanomaterial research in electronic applications. Written by professionals with thorough expertise in similar broad area, the book is intended to address multiple aspects of carbon research in a single compiled edition. It targets professors, scientists and researchers belonging to the areas of physics, chemistry, engineering, biology and medicine, and working on theory, experiment and applications of carbon nanomaterials.

Carbon Nanotube Electronics

Carbon Nanotube Electronics
Author: Ali Javey
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 275
Release: 2009-04-21
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0387692851

This book provides a complete overview of the field of carbon nanotube electronics. It covers materials and physical properties, synthesis and fabrication processes, devices and circuits, modeling, and finally novel applications of nanotube-based electronics. The book introduces fundamental device physics and circuit concepts of 1-D electronics. At the same time it provides specific examples of the state-of-the-art nanotube devices.