Nucleation Theory and Growth of Nanostructures

Nucleation Theory and Growth of Nanostructures
Author: Vladimir G. Dubrovskii
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 610
Release: 2013-12-04
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3642396607

Semiconductor nanostructures such as nanowires are promising building blocks of future nanoelectronic, nanophotonic and nanosensing devices. Their physical properties are primarily determined by the epitaxy process which is rather different from the conventional thin film growth. This book shows how the advanced nucleation theory can be used in modeling of growth properties, morphology and crystal phase of such nanostructures. The book represents a systematic account of modern nucleation theory in open systems, nanostructure nucleation and growth mechanisms, and possibilities for tuning the nanostructure properties to the desired values.

Nucleation and Growth of Metals

Nucleation and Growth of Metals
Author: Paul-Henri Haumesser
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 210
Release: 2016-07-29
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0081012039

Nucleation and Growth of Metals: From Thin Films to Nanoparticles explores how nucleation and growth phenomena condition the morphology and related characteristics of metallic thin films and nanoparticles to help control the functional properties of these objects. The book brings a rigorous theoretical approach to nucleation and growth phenomena, with a particular focus on the essential aspects and outcomes of this theory. The author explores a general framework for the nucleation and growth of condensed phases from liquid solutions. Practical situations are extensively described, providing state-of-the art information on Cu electroplating and related processes for the fabrication of advanced interconnects and elaboration of metallic nanoparticles. - Derives the basic equations of nucleation from fundamental thermodynamic and kinetic relations - Explores the main outcomes of a range of nucleation theories - Features practical examples to further develop the theoretical aspects - Provides state-of-the art information on Cu electroplating and related processes for the fabrication of advanced interconnects and elaboration of metallic nanoparticles

Classical Nucleation Theory in Multicomponent Systems

Classical Nucleation Theory in Multicomponent Systems
Author: Hanna Vehkamäki
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 189
Release: 2006-01-12
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3540292136

Nucleation is the initial step of every first-order phase transition, and most phase transitions encountered both in everyday life and industrial processes are of the first-order. Using an elegant classical theory based on thermodynamics and kinetics, this book provides a fully detailed picture of multi-component nucleation. As many of the issues concerning multi-component nucleation theory have been solved during the last 10-15 years, it also thoroughly integrates both fundamental theory with recent advances presented in the literature. Classical Nucleation Theory in Multicomponent Systems serves as a textbook for advanced thermodynamics courses, as well as an important reference for researchers in the field. The main topics covered are: the basic relevant thermodynamics and statistical physics; modelling a molecular cluster as a spherical liquid droplet; predicting the size and composition of the nucleating critical clusters; kinetic models for cluster growth and decay; calculating nucleation rates; and a full derivation and application of nucleation theorems that can be used to extract microscopic cluster properties from nucleation rate measurements. The assumptions and approximations needed to build the classical theory are described in detail, and the reasons why the theory fails in certain cases are explained. Relevant problems are presented at the end of each chapter.

Transformations of Materials

Transformations of Materials
Author: Dimitri D Vvedensky
Publisher: Morgan & Claypool Publishers
Total Pages: 184
Release: 2019-09-30
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1643276204

Phase transformations are among the most intriguing and technologically useful phenomena in materials, particularly with regard to controlling microstructure. After a review of thermodynamics, this book has chapters on Brownian motion and the diffusion equation, diffusion in solids based on transition-state theory, spinodal decomposition, nucleation and growth, instabilities in solidification, and diffusionless transformations. Each chapter includes exercises whose solutions are available in a separate manual. This book is based on the notes from a graduate course taught in the Centre for Doctoral Training in the Theory and Simulation of Materials. The course was attended by students with undergraduate degrees in physics, mathematics, chemistry, materials science, and engineering. The notes from this course, and this book, were written to accommodate these diverse backgrounds.

Nucleation Theory and Applications

Nucleation Theory and Applications
Author: Jürn W. P. Schmelzer
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 472
Release: 2006-03-06
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3527604766

An overview of recent developments in the field of first-order phase transitions, which may be considered a continuation of the previous work 'Aggregation Phenomena in Complex Systems', covering work done and discussed since then. Each chapter features a different aspect of the field written by international specialists, and covers such topics as nucleation and crystallization kinetic of silicate glasses, nucleation in concentration gradients, the determination of coefficients of emission of nucleation theory, diamonds from vitreous carbon.

Nanostructures And Nanomaterials: Synthesis, Properties, And Applications (2nd Edition)

Nanostructures And Nanomaterials: Synthesis, Properties, And Applications (2nd Edition)
Author: Guozhong Cao
Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Company
Total Pages: 596
Release: 2011-01-03
Genre: Science
ISBN: 981310077X

This is the 2nd edition of the original “Nanostructures and Nanomaterials” written by Guozhong Cao and published by Imperial College Press in 2004.This important book focuses not only on the synthesis and fabrication of nanostructures and nanomaterials, but also includes properties and applications of nanostructures and nanomaterials, particularly inorganic nanomaterials. It provides balanced and comprehensive coverage of the fundamentals and processing techniques with regard to synthesis, characterization, properties, and applications of nanostructures and nanomaterials. Both chemical processing and lithographic techniques are presented in a systematic and coherent manner for the synthesis and fabrication of 0-D, 1-D, and 2-D nanostructures, as well as special nanomaterials such as carbon nanotubes and ordered mesoporous oxides. The book will serve as a general introduction to nanomaterials and nanotechnology for teaching and self-study purposes.

Semiconductor Nanowires

Semiconductor Nanowires
Author: J Arbiol
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 573
Release: 2015-03-31
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1782422633

Semiconductor nanowires promise to provide the building blocks for a new generation of nanoscale electronic and optoelectronic devices. Semiconductor Nanowires: Materials, Synthesis, Characterization and Applications covers advanced materials for nanowires, the growth and synthesis of semiconductor nanowires—including methods such as solution growth, MOVPE, MBE, and self-organization. Characterizing the properties of semiconductor nanowires is covered in chapters describing studies using TEM, SPM, and Raman scattering. Applications of semiconductor nanowires are discussed in chapters focusing on solar cells, battery electrodes, sensors, optoelectronics and biology. - Explores a selection of advanced materials for semiconductor nanowires - Outlines key techniques for the property assessment and characterization of semiconductor nanowires - Covers a broad range of applications across a number of fields

Nanomaterials Chemistry

Nanomaterials Chemistry
Author: C. N. R. Rao
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 420
Release: 2007-09-24
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3527611371

With this handbook, the distinguished team of editors has combined the expertise of leading nanomaterials scientists to provide the latest overview of this field. They cover the whole spectrum of nanomaterials, ranging from theory, synthesis, properties, characterization to application, including such new developments as quantum dots, nanoparticles, nanoporous materials, nanowires, nanotubes, and nanostructured polymers. The result is recommended reading for everybody working in nanoscience: Newcomers to the field can acquaint themselves with this exciting subject, while specialists will find answers to all their questions as well as helpful suggestions for further research.

Liquid Cell Electron Microscopy

Liquid Cell Electron Microscopy
Author: Frances M. Ross
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 529
Release: 2017
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1107116570

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Nucleation in Condensed Matter

Nucleation in Condensed Matter
Author: Ken Kelton
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 759
Release: 2010-03-19
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0080912648

In Nucleation in Condensed Matter, key theoretical models for nucleation are developed and experimental data are used to discuss their range of validity. A central aim of this book is to enable the reader, when faced with a phenomenon in which nucleation appears to play a role, to determine whether nucleation is indeed important and to develop a quantitative and predictive description of the nucleation behavior. The third section of the book examines nucleation processes in practical situations, ranging from solid state precipitation to nucleation in biological systems to nucleation in food and drink. Nucleation in Condensed Matter is a key reference for an advanced materials course in phase transformations. It is also an essential reference for researchers in the field. - Unified treatment of key theories, experimental evaluations and case studies - Complete derivation of key models - Detailed discussion of experimental measurements - Examples of nucleation in diverse systems