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Emerging Nanotechnologies for Manufacturing
2nd Edition - September 15, 2014
Authors: Waqar Ahmed, Mark J Jackson
Language: English
Hardback ISBN:9780323289900
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eBook ISBN:9780323296434
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In the second edition of Emerging Nanotechnologies for Manufacturing, an unrivalled team of international experts explores existing and emerging nanotechnologies as they transform large-scale manufacturing contexts in key sectors such as medicine, advanced materials, energy, and electronics. From their different perspectives, the contributors explore technologies and techniques as well as applications and how they transform those sectors.
With updated chapters and expanded coverage, the new edition of Emerging Nanotechnologies for Manufacturing reflects the latest developments in nanotechnologies for manufacturing and covers additional nanotechnologies applied in the medical fields, such as drug delivery systems. New chapters on graphene and smart precursors for novel nanomaterials are also added.
This important and in-depth guide will benefit a broad readership, from R&D scientists and engineers to venture capitalists.
Covers nanotechnology for manufacturing techniques and applications across a variety of industries
Explores the latest developments such as nanosuspensions and nanocarriers in drug delivery systems, graphene applications, and usage of smart precursors to develop nanomaterials
Proven reference guide written by leading experts in the field
Engineers, scientists and technical managers working in manufacturing contexts in sectors such as medicine, electronics, advanced materials, energy, and agriculture.Post-graduate students
Preface
List of Contributors
Chapter 1. Nanotechnology to Nanomanufacturing
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Approaches to Nanotechnology
1.3 Transition from Nanotechnology to Nanomanufacturing
1.4 Conclusions
References
Chapter 2. Gas phase nanofication: A strategy to impart fast response in sensors
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Proposed Rationale
2.3 Methods of Establishing the Desired Redox pO2
2.4 Sample Preparation
2.5 Results and Discussion
2.6 Conclusions
References
Chapter 3. Advanced characterization techniques for nanostructures
3.1 Measurement of the Topology of Nanostructures
3.2 Measurement of Internal Geometries of Nanostructures
3.3 Measurement of Composition of Nanostructures
3.4 Conclusion
References
Chapter 4. Non-lithographic techniques for nanostructuring of thin films and bulk surfaces
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Template-assisted Nanostructuring
4.3 Electric Field Induced Nanostructuring
4.4 Laser-induced Nanostructuring
4.5 Vapour–Liquid–Solid Technique
4.6 Summary and Outlook
Acknowledgements
References
Chapter 5. Engineered carbon nanotube field emission devices
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Field Emission
5.3 Conclusion
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter 6. Upconverting fluorescent nanoparticles for biological applications
6.1 Introduction
6.2 The Mechanism of Fluorescent UC
6.3 Upconverting Nanoparticles
6.4 Conjugation of Biomolecules to UCN
6.5 UCN for Biological Applications
6.6 Conclusion
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter 7. Micro- and nanomachining
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Machining Effects at the Microscale
7.3 Size Effects in Micromachining
7.4 Nanomachining
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter 8. Design of experiments: A key to innovation in nanotechnology
8.1 Introduction to DoE
8.2 OFAT: The Predominant Method Used in Practice
8.3 Traditional Methods Used in Research and Development
8.4 Modern DoE Methods Appropriate for Nanotechnology and Nanomanufacturing
8.5 Summary of Nanotechnology Articles that Use Statistical Experimentation
8.6 Final Remarks
References
Chapter 9. Environmental and occupational health issues with nanoparticles
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Potential Health Effects
9.3 Current State of the Literature
9.4 Characterization of Airborne Nanoparticles
9.5 Conclusions
References
Chapter 10. Commercialization of nanotechnologies: Technology transfer from university research laboratories
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Role of Government in Commercialization
10.3 Role of Academic Research in Commercializing Nanotechnology Products
10.4 Technology Transfer for Nanotechnology Products
10.5 IP—Impact and Ownership
10.6 Role of the Entrepreneur, Major Corporations, and National Laboratories in Commercialization
10.7 Concluding Remarks
Acknowledgments
References
Internet Resources
Chapter 11. Fabrication of hydrogel micropatterns by soft photolithography
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Microfabrication
11.3 Lithography
11.4 Hydrogel as a biomaterial
11.5 Soft photolithography of hydrogel micropatterns
11.6 Conclusion
References
Chapter 12. Nanocrystalline diamond for RF-MEMS applications
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Diamond crystal structure and properties
12.3 Chemical vapour deposition of diamond films
12.4 Growth mechanism of NCD films
12.5 Techniques for the characterization of NCD films
12.6 Mechanical resonators
12.7 Electrostatic and thermal switches
12.8 DESIGN of the thermally actuated NCD actuator
12.9 Fabrication and integration
12.10 Measurement and analysis
Acknowledgements
References
Chapter 13. Analysis of the effects of micromachining using nanostructured cutting tools
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Computational Analyses
13.3 Computational Results
13.4 Discussion
13.5 Conclusions
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter 14. Metal oxide nanopowder
14.1 Introduction
14.2 Use of Nanopowders Since the Year 2000
14.3 The Chemistry of Metal Oxide Nanopowder
14.4 Different Methods Used for the Synthesis of Metal Oxide Nanopowder
14.5 Characterization of Metal Oxide Nanopowder
14.6 Application Based on Phase Transfer
14.7 Synthesis of Bimetallic Alkoxide for the preparation of Bimetallic Oxide Nanopowder
14.8 Applications of Metal Oxide for Photoluminescence
14.9 Conclusions
14.10 Future Prospects
Acknowledgement
Dedication
References
Chapter 15. Some approaches to large-scale manufacturing of liposomes
15.1 Introduction
15.2 Structure and Self-Assembly of Phospholipids
15.3 Biological Functionality of Liposomes
15.4 Methods of Liposome Preparation
15.5 Large-Scale Manufacture of Particulate-Based Proliposomes
15.6 Large-Scale Manufacture of Ethanol-Based Proliposomes
15.7 Conclusions
References
Chapter 16. Nanocoatings in medicine: Antiquity and modern times
16.1 Introduction
16.2 What Is a Nanocoating?
16.3 Common Nanocoating Methods
16.4 Nonmedical Applications of Nanocoating Technologies
16.5 Nanocoating of Medical Devices
16.6 Nanocoating of Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms
16.7 Conclusions
References
Chapter 17. Smart precursors for smart nanoparticles
17.1 Introduction
17.2 Type of Nanoparticles
17.3 Structure of Nanoparticles
17.4 Conductive Properties
17.5 Metal Oxide
17.6 Shape of the Particles
17.7 Surface Charge Density and their Colloidal Stability
17.8 Chemistry of Metal Alkoxides Used as Single-Source Molecular Precursors for the Synthesis of Nanomaterials
17.9 Molecular Structure Plays the Decisive Role
17.10 Experimental Techniques
17.11 Diffraction Techniques
17.12 Miscellaneous Techniques
17.13 Applications of Nanomaterials
17.14 Uses of Nanomaterials for Various Applications
17.15 Conclusion
Dedication
References
Index
No. of pages: 576
Language: English
Edition: 2
Published: September 15, 2014
Imprint: William Andrew
Hardback ISBN: 9780323289900
eBook ISBN: 9780323296434
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Waqar Ahmed
Waqar Ahmed is an experienced professor and Director of Enterprise at the University of Lincoln's College of Science. With a background in nano(bio)materials and extensive experience in research, leadership, management, and lecturing, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to this book. His contributions will help readers gain a fundamental understanding of the applications of engineering management principles through practical case studies and graded self-assessment questions. Waqar couples vast academic experience with a decade of industrial and technology transfer experience in the UK and internationally. He has published extensively research papers, reviews and books including several with Elsevier such as Advances in Medical and Surgical Engineering; Emerging Nanotechnologies series including Emerging nanotechnologies for Manufacturing (1st and 2nd editions); Emerging nanotechnologies for Dentistry (1st and 2nd Editions) and Emerging Nanotechnologies for Renewable Energy.
Affiliations and expertise
School of Mathematics and Physics, University of Lincoln, Lincoln, UK
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Mark J Jackson
Affiliations and expertise
Associate Clinical Professor Medicine/Dermatology
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