Graphene-based Nanotechnologies for Energy and Environmental Applications

Graphene-based Nanotechnologies for Energy and Environmental Applications
Author: Mohammad Jawaid
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 448
Release: 2019-08-02
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0128158123

Graphene-Based Nanotechnologies for Energy and Environmental Applications explores how graphene-based materials are being used to make more efficient, reliable products and devices for energy storage and harvesting and environmental monitoring and purification. The book outlines the major sustainable, recyclable, and eco-friendly methods for using a range of graphene-based materials in innovative ways. It represents an important information source for materials scientists and engineers who want to learn more about the use of graphene-based nanomaterials to create the next generation of products and devices in energy and environmental science. Graphene-based nanotechnologies are at the heart of some of the most exciting developments in the fields of energy and environmental research. Graphene has exceptional properties, which are being used to create more effective products for electronic systems, environmental sensing devices, energy storage, electrode materials, fuel cell, novel nano-sorbents, membrane and photocatalytic degradation of environmental pollutants especially in the field of water and wastewater treatment. - Covers synthesis, preparation and application of graphene based nanomaterials from different sources - Demonstrates systematic approaches to the design, synthesis, characterization and applications of graphene-based nanocomposites in order to establish their important relationship with end-user applications - Discusses the challenges in ensuring reliability and scalability of graphene-based nanotechnologies

Graphene-based Energy Devices

Graphene-based Energy Devices
Author: A. Rashid bin Mohd Yusoff
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 464
Release: 2015-02-17
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3527690328

This first book dedicated to the topic provides an up-to-date account of the many opportunities graphene offers for robust, workable energy generation and storage devices. Following a brief overview of the fundamentals of graphene, including the main synthesis techniques, characterization methods and properties, the first part goes on to deal with graphene for energy storage applications, such as lithium-ion batteries, supercapacitors and hydrogen storage. The second part is concerned with graphene-based energy-generation devices, in particular conventional as well as microbial and enzymatic fuel cells, with chapters on graphene photovoltaics rounding off the book. Throughout, device architectures are not only discussed on a laboratory scale, but also ways for upscaling to an industrial level, including manufacturing processes and quality control. By bridging academic research and industrial development this is invaluable reading for materials scientists, physical chemists, electrochemists, solid state physicists, and those working in the electrotechnical industry.

Functionalization of Graphene

Functionalization of Graphene
Author: Vasilios Georgakilas
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 507
Release: 2014-04-03
Genre: Science
ISBN: 352767277X

All set to become the standard reference on the topic, this book covers the most important procedures for chemical functionalization, making it an indispensable resource for all chemists, physicists, materials scientists and engineers entering or already working in the field. Expert authors share their knowledge on a wide range of different functional groups, including organic functional groups, hydrogen, halogen, nanoparticles and polymers.

Graphene Bioelectronics

Graphene Bioelectronics
Author: Ashutosh Tiwari
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 390
Release: 2017-11-22
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0128133503

Graphene Bioelectronics covers the expending field of graphene biomaterials, a wide span of biotechnological breakthroughs, opportunities, possibilities and challenges. It is the first book that focuses entirely on graphene bioelectronics, covering the miniaturization of bioelectrode materials, bioelectrode interfaces, high-throughput biosensing platforms, and systemic approaches for the development of electrochemical biosensors and bioelectronics for biomedical and energy applications. The book also showcases key applications, including advanced security, forensics and environmental monitoring. Thus, the evolution of these scientific areas demands innovations in crosscutting disciplines, starting from fabrication to application. This book is an important reference resource for researchers and technologists in graphene bioelectronics—particularly those working in the area of harvest energy biotechnology—employing state-of-the-art bioelectrode materials techniques. - Offers a comprehensive overview of state-of-art research on graphene bioelectronics and their potential applications - Provides innovative fabrication strategies and utilization methodologies, which are frequently adopted in the graphene bioelectronics community - Shows how graphene can be used to make more effective energy harvesting devices

2D Monoelements

2D Monoelements
Author: Inamuddin
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 352
Release: 2020-12-30
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1119655250

2D Monoelements: Properties and Applications explores the challenges, research progress and future developments of the basic idea of two-dimensional monoelements, classifications, and application in field-effect transistors for sensing and biosensing. The thematic topics include investigations such as: Recent advances in phosphorene The diverse properties of two-dimensional antimonene, of graphene and its derivatives The molecular docking simulation study used to analyze the binding mechanisms of graphene oxide as a cancer drug carrier Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs)-derived carbon (graphene and carbon nanotubes) and MOF-carbon composite materials, with a special emphasis on the use of these nanostructures for energy storage devices (supercapacitors) Two-dimensional monoelements classification like graphene application in field-effect transistors for sensing and biosensing Graphene-based ternary materials as a supercapacitor electrode Rise of silicene and its applications in gas sensing

Graphene

Graphene
Author: Zhaoping Liu
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 310
Release: 2014-11-24
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1482203766

Suitable for readers from broad backgrounds, Graphene: Energy Storage and Conversion Applications describes the fundamentals and cutting-edge applications of graphene-based materials for energy storage and conversion systems. It provides an overview of recent advancements in specific energy technologies, such as lithium ion batteries, supercapacito

Electrochemical Devices for Energy Storage Applications

Electrochemical Devices for Energy Storage Applications
Author: Mesfin A. Kebede
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 302
Release: 2019-12-11
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1000763870

This book explores a wide range of energy storage devices, such as a lithium ion battery, sodium ion battery, magnesium ion battery and supercapacitors. Providing a comprehensive review of the current field, it also discusses the history of these technologies and introduces next-generation rechargeable batteries and supercapacitors. This book will serve as a valuable reference for researchers working with energy storage technologies across the fields of physics, chemistry, and engineering. Features: • Edited by established authorities in the field, with chapter contributions from subject area specialists • Provides a comprehensive review of field • Up to date with the latest developments and research

Graphene as Energy Storage Material for Supercapacitors

Graphene as Energy Storage Material for Supercapacitors
Author: Inamuddin
Publisher: Materials Research Forum LLC
Total Pages: 286
Release: 2020-01-20
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1644900548

The book presents a comprehensive review of graphene-based supercapacitor technology. It focusses on synthesis, characterization, fundamental properties and promising applications of graphene materials and various types of graphene-based composites. The wide range of applications include electric power systems of portable electronics, hybrid-electric vehicles, mobile phones etc. Keywords: Graphene, Energy Storage Materials, Supercapacitors, Micro-Supercapacitors, Self-Healable Supercapacitors, Graphene-Based ZnO Nanocomposites, Defect Engineered Graphene Materials, Electric Power Systems.

Microsupercapacitors

Microsupercapacitors
Author: Kazufumi Kobashi
Publisher: Woodhead Publishing
Total Pages: 312
Release: 2021-10-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 008102889X

Microsupercapacitors systematically guides the reader through the key materials, characterization techniques, performance factors and potential applications and benefits to society of this emerging electrical energy storage solution. The book reviews the technical challenges in scaling down supercapacitors, covering materials, performance, design and applications perspectives. Sections provide a fundamental understanding of microsupercapacitors and compare them to existing energy storage technologies. Final discussions consider the factors that impact performance, potential tactics to improve performance, barriers to implementation, emerging solutions to those barriers, and a future outlook. This book will be of particular interest to materials scientists and engineers working in academia, research and development. - Provides a concise introduction of the fundamental science, related technological challenges, and solutions that microsupercapacitors can offer - Compares microsupercapacitors with current technologies - Reviews the applications of new strategies and the challenge of scaling down supercapacitors - Covers the most relevant applications, including energy storage, energy harvesting, sensors and biomedical devices