Ambesh Dixit – författare

Nanotechnology for Rural Development is designed to present nanotechnology-based solutions to the challenges faced by rural populations, particularly in underdeveloped and developing countries. The book focuses on agriculture, biomass management, food processing and water management, in terms of its purification and decontamination. The treatment of wastewater and the harnessing of renewable energy are also covered. In addition, the book deals with the application of nanotechnology in the areas of consumer goods, such as textiles, ceramics, food processing and packaging, and other related spheres.

The book provides information on the green synthesis of nanomaterials, using prevalent natural resources and their applications for textiles, ceramics, portiere, and food packaging. It also addresses low-cost solutions using materials such as biomass waste for water purification and decontamination. For example, lignocellulosic biomass can be converted into nutrient adsorbents, energy, fuel and storage. Above all, it protects agriculture crops from insects and other pests, and produces quality products in high yields.

This volume offers insight into the intricacies of the problems faced by large populations living in rural areas, particularly in underdeveloped and developing countries. It also discusses the natural renewable resources available locally and how nanotechnology can best use them to increase the quality and yield of agricultural products, as well as how to engage the population, specifically women, in gainful productive activities.

Oxide materials will play a significant role in the development of rechargeable batteries. They have been shown to be effective cathode materials since the 1980s, however, due to their unusual properties their use in anodes and as solid-state electrolytes has recently gathered global scientific interest and is showing potential for both Li and Na batteries in different applications. This title will give a comprehensive overview of the various oxides in use in electrochemical energy storage devices. The aim is to give readers conceptual understanding of oxide materials and their utilization in energy fields for future development. The book will be of interest to postgraduate students and researchers in the fields of energy storage, electric vehicles, chemical engineering and materials design. The book will be interdisciplinary with experts in oxide chemistry, physics and materials participating.

Oxide materials will play a significant role in the development of rechargeable batteries. They have been shown to be effective cathode materials since the 1980s, however, due to their unusual properties their use in anodes and as solid-state electrolytes has recently gathered global scientific interest and is showing potential for both Li and Na batteries in different applications. This title will give a comprehensive overview of the various oxides in use in electrochemical energy storage devices. The aim is to give readers conceptual understanding of oxide materials and their utilization in energy fields for future development. The book will be of interest to postgraduate students and researchers in the fields of energy storage, electric vehicles, chemical engineering and materials design. The book will be interdisciplinary with experts in oxide chemistry, physics and materials participating.

This book examines the application of nanoscience and nanotechnology in military defence strategies. Both historical and current perspectives on military technologies are discussed. The book provides comprehensive details on current trends in the application of nanotechnology to ground, air, and naval specializations. Furthermore, nanotechnology-enabled high energy explosives and propellants, chemical, biological, radiation, and nuclear threats and their detection/protection, and camouflage and stealth for signature management of military targets in multispectral wavelength signals are analyzed. The book also covers nanotechnology-enabled armor and platforms, which may serve as lightweight and high mechanical strength options in contrast to conventional systems. Finally, the book also emphasizes future military applications of nanotechnology and its integration into ‘smart’ materials.

The proceedings entitled “Concentrated Solar Thermal Technologies: Recent Trends and Applications” includes the peer-reviewed selected papers those are presented during NCSTET 2016. The sub-topics under concentrated solar thermal technologies and applications included in the book are Solar Field; Receiver and Heat Exchanger; Coating; Thermal Energy Storage; Cooling; Process Heat; and Smart Grid and Policy Research. The domains mentioned cover topics from resource-assessment, collection to conversion of solar energy for applications, like, heating, cooling and electricity. The proceedings also include invited lectures from domain experts. The edited work will be useful for beginners and for the advanced level researchers in the field of concentrated solar thermal technologies and their applications.