Soney C. George - Böcker

Transport Properties of Polymeric Membranes is an edited collection of papers that covers, in depth, many of the recent technical research accomplishments in transport characteristics through polymers and their applications. Using the transport through polymer membranes method leads to high separation efficiency, low running costs, and simple operating procedures compared to conventional separation methods. This book provides grounding in fundamentals and applications to give you all the information you need on using this method. This book discusses the different types of polymer, their blends, composites, nanocomposites and their applications in the field of liquid, gas and vapor transport.

Some topics of note include modern trends and applications of polymer nanocomposites in solvent, vapor and gas transport; fundamentals and measurement techniques for gas and vapor transport in polymers; and transport properties of hydrogels. This handpicked selection of topics, and the combined expertise of contributors from global industry, academia, government and private research organizations, make this book an outstanding reference for anyone involved in the field of polymer membranes.

Presents current trends in the field of transport of liquid, gas and vapor through various polymeric systems Features case studies focused on industrial applications of membrane technology, along with fundamentals of transport and materials Helps readers quickly look up a particular technique to learn key points, capabilities and drawbacks

Polymer Nanocomposite Membranes for Pervaporation assesses recent applications in the pervaporation performance of polymer nanocomposites of different length scales. The book discusses the effects of a range of nanofillers, their dispersion, the effect of different polymers, and organic and inorganic nanomaterials in the pervaporation process. In addition, the book explores how the different properties of a variety of nanocomposite materials make them better for use in different types of liquids, while also discussing the challenges of using different nanocomposites for this purpose effectively and safely. In particular, polymer nanocomposites for g nanoscale dispersion, filler/polymer interactions, and morphology are addressed.

This is an important reference source for materials scientists, chemical engineers and environmental engineers who want to learn more about how polymer nanocomposites are being used to make the pervaporation separation process more effective.

Explores the progress that has been made in recent years in using polymer nanocomposites to enhance the pervaporation separation process Discusses the different properties of a variety of nanocomposite classes, assessing which situations they should best be used in Outlines major challenges in safely and effectively using polymer nanocomposites in the pervaporation separation process

Nanofillers for Binary Polymer Blends covers major advances in the field of polymer-blend nanocomposites. The book encompasses the fundamentals of polymer blends, various nanofillers, experimental techniques used in their fabrication, the characterization of various polymer blend nanocomposites, and theoretical evaluations of various properties. The properties and potential applications that have been achieved in various polymer blends by the addition of nanofillers are also highlighted. Applications for commercial products, including automotive parts, packaging, construction materials, biotechnology, medical devices, building materials, computer housings, car interiors, etc., are also covered in detail.This is an important reference source for materials scientists and engineers looking to increase their understanding of how nanofillers are being used in polymer blends. Outlines the various types of nanofillers, explaining how the properties of each enhances the morphology, rheology, mechanical, dynamic mechanical, viscoelastic, electrical and thermal properties of polymer blends Provides information on the theory, modeling and simulation of nano-filled polymer blends Assesses the mechanism of selective localization of nanofillers in polymer blends, the effect of localization of nanofillers on the microstructure, and the relative performance of polymer blends

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MXenes are a new family of two-dimensional (2D) metal carbides, having properties such as metallic conductivity and hydrophilicity. Adding polymer binders/spacers between atomically thin MXene layers or reinforcing polymers with MXenes results in composite films that have excellent flexibility, good tensile and compressive strengths, and electrical conductivity. This book covers all advances in the field of MXene-filled polymer nanocomposites to date, illustrating fabrication and characterization, and specific properties like anti-healing, anti-friction, and microwave absorption. It further covers potential applications like energy conversion, storage systems, antibacterial, and drug delivery.The book features:exclusive material on MXene-based polymer nanocompositesproperties and potential applications of polymers upon addition of MXenesthe effect of MXenes on various thermoplastic and elastomer polymersa focus on the properties, fabrications methods, and applications of relevant polymer matrices; andextensive coverage of the role of MXenes in polymersThis book is aimed at researchers, professionals, and graduate students in material science, polymer engineering, electronic materials, composites, chemical processing, chemical sciences, fire engineering, and biomedicine.

MXenes are a new family of two-dimensional (2D) metal carbides, having properties such as metallic conductivity and hydrophilicity. Adding polymer binders/spacers between atomically thin MXene layers or reinforcing polymers with MXenes results in composite films that have excellent flexibility, good tensile and compressive strengths, and electrical conductivity. This book covers all advances in the field of MXene-filled polymer nanocomposites to date, illustrating fabrication and characterization, and specific properties like anti-healing, anti-friction, and microwave absorption. It further covers potential applications like energy conversion, storage systems, antibacterial, and drug delivery.The book features:exclusive material on MXene-based polymer nanocompositesproperties and potential applications of polymers upon addition of MXenesthe effect of MXenes on various thermoplastic and elastomer polymersa focus on the properties, fabrications methods, and applications of relevant polymer matrices; andextensive coverage of the role of MXenes in polymersThis book is aimed at researchers, professionals, and graduate students in material science, polymer engineering, electronic materials, composites, chemical processing, chemical sciences, fire engineering, and biomedicine.

Photochemical Splitting of Water: Fundamentals to Applications brings together information on photochemical water splitting for hydrogen production, covering basic concepts, mechanisms, instrumentation, experimental set-up, analysis, materials used as catalysts, innovative methods, and future opportunities. The book introduces the role of water splitting and hydrogen production in the current and future global energy mix and provides a basic understanding of the theories behind photochemical water splitting, instrumentation, experimental set-up, and the criteria for materials selection. Other sections offers thorough coverage of the use of specific cutting-edge active materials in photocatalytic and photoelectrocatalytic water splitting processes, discussing recent advances and future opportunities.The final chapters of the book focus on challenges, emerging trends, and key opportunities for the future, including tandem approaches that combine a solar cell with a suitably formulated water splitting cell. A glossary of technical terms is also included, providing a clear explanation of the main concepts.Consolidates and analyzes the state-of-the-art in water splitting for hydrogen productionOffers case studies, visuals, and practical information to support selection, efficiency, and scale-upIncludes key concepts, fundamental methods, and the context of the future global energy landscape

Supercapacitors are energy storing devices, gaining great scientific attention due to their excellent cycling life, charge-discharge stability, energy, and power density. The central theme of this book is to review the multiple applications of polymer nanocomposites in supercapacitors in a comprehensive manner, including discussions pertaining to various unresolved issues and new challenges in the subject area. It illustrates polymer nanocomposite preparation and working mechanisms as electrodes, binders, separators, and electrolytes. This edited volume also explains different components of supercapacitors, including theory, modelling, and simulation aspects.Features: Covers the synthesis and properties of polymer nanocomposites for varied usage. Explains roles of different types of nanofillers in polymeric systems for developing supercapacitors. Highlights theory, modelling, and simulation of polymeric supercapacitors. Gives an illustrative overview of the multiple applications of polymers and their nanocomposites. Includes graphene, CNT, nanoparticle, carbon, and nano-cellulose-based supercapacitors.This book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in materials science, polymer science, polymer physics, electrochemistry, electronic materials, energy management, electronic engineering, polymer engineers, and chemical engineering.

Supercapacitors are energy storing devices, gaining great scientific attention due to their excellent cycling life, charge-discharge stability, energy, and power density. The central theme of this book is to review the multiple applications of polymer nanocomposites in supercapacitors in a comprehensive manner, including discussions pertaining to various unresolved issues and new challenges in the subject area. It illustrates polymer nanocomposite preparation and working mechanisms as electrodes, binders, separators, and electrolytes. This edited volume also explains different components of supercapacitors, including theory, modelling, and simulation aspects.Features: Covers the synthesis and properties of polymer nanocomposites for varied usage. Explains roles of different types of nanofillers in polymeric systems for developing supercapacitors. Highlights theory, modelling, and simulation of polymeric supercapacitors. Gives an illustrative overview of the multiple applications of polymers and their nanocomposites. Includes graphene, CNT, nanoparticle, carbon, and nano-cellulose-based supercapacitors.This book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in materials science, polymer science, polymer physics, electrochemistry, electronic materials, energy management, electronic engineering, polymer engineers, and chemical engineering.

Polymeric foams or cellular or expanded polymers have characteristics that makes their usage possible for several industrial and household purposes. This book is focused on the recent advancements in the synthesis of polymer foams, various foaming methods, foaming technology, mechanical and physical properties, and the wide variety of its applications. Divided into 11 chapters, it explains empirical models connecting the geometrical structure of foams with their properties including structure-property relations.This book:Describes functional foams, their manufacturing methods, properties, and applicationsCovers various blowing agents, greener methods for foaming, and their emerging applicabilityIllustrates comparative information regarding polymeric foams and their recent developments with polymer nanocomposite foamsIncludes applications in mechanical, civil, biomedical, food packaging, electronics, health care industry, and acoustics fieldsReviews elastomeric foams and their nanocomposite derivativesThis book is aimed at researchers and graduate students in materials science, mechanical engineering, and polymer science.

Polymeric foams or cellular or expanded polymers have characteristics that makes their usage possible for several industrial and household purposes. This book is focused on the recent advancements in the synthesis of polymer foams, various foaming methods, foaming technology, mechanical and physical properties, and the wide variety of its applications. Divided into 11 chapters, it explains empirical models connecting the geometrical structure of foams with their properties including structure-property relations.This book:Describes functional foams, their manufacturing methods, properties, and applicationsCovers various blowing agents, greener methods for foaming, and their emerging applicabilityIllustrates comparative information regarding polymeric foams and their recent developments with polymer nanocomposite foamsIncludes applications in mechanical, civil, biomedical, food packaging, electronics, health care industry, and acoustics fieldsReviews elastomeric foams and their nanocomposite derivativesThis book is aimed at researchers and graduate students in materials science, mechanical engineering, and polymer science.

Nanotechnology provides an innovative platform for drug delivery and antiviral actions. This book discusses the utilization of nano-based formulations for the control of viral agents. The antiviral potential of green synthesized silver, chitosan nanoparticles encapsulating curcumin, photoinduced antiviral carbon nanohorns, and the role of carbon-based materials like fullerenes and carbon nanotubes in the repression of viral antigens are explained. The book also covers nanomaterial-based solutions for SARS-CoV-2 and other viral infections.Features:Explains theory and practical applications of nanomaterials as antiviral agentsReviews upscaling of nanomaterials from laboratory to fabrication stageIllustrates nanocurcumin, silver nanoparticles, and carbon nanoparticles for biomedical applicationsHighlights role of nanotechnology in effectively combating viral infections and pandemicsIncludes case studies of specific pharma companiesThis book is aimed at researchers, graduate students in materials science, microbiology and virology, and pharmaceutical sciences.

Nanotechnology provides an innovative platform for drug delivery and antiviral actions. This book discusses the utilization of nano-based formulations for the control of viral agents. The antiviral potential of green synthesized silver, chitosan nanoparticles encapsulating curcumin, photoinduced antiviral carbon nanohorns, and the role of carbon-based materials like fullerenes and carbon nanotubes in the repression of viral antigens are explained. The book also covers nanomaterial-based solutions for SARS-CoV-2 and other viral infections.Features:Explains theory and practical applications of nanomaterials as antiviral agentsReviews upscaling of nanomaterials from laboratory to fabrication stageIllustrates nanocurcumin, silver nanoparticles, and carbon nanoparticles for biomedical applicationsHighlights role of nanotechnology in effectively combating viral infections and pandemicsIncludes case studies of specific pharma companiesThis book is aimed at researchers, graduate students in materials science, microbiology and virology, and pharmaceutical sciences.

This book covers all the relevant details of natural fiber composites (NFCs) commencing from the reinforcement side to their fabrication routes, mechanical, thermal, and metallurgical characterizations, machining and joining aspects (conventional, advanced, and hybrid modes), surface analysis (defects and wettability characterization), and so on. It details the reuse, remanufacturing, and recycling of NFCs.Gives a complete overview of the mechanical, metallurgical, and tribological aspects of natural fiber compositesIncludes automotive applications and potential of natural fiber compositesCovers tribo, thermal, and mechanical aspects apart from joining techniquesElaborate details of joining, reuse, remanufacturing, and surface modificationDiscusses all aspects of natural fiber composites toward sustainable manufacturingThis book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in sustainable composites, materials science, and polymers.

Optical and Molecular Physics: Theoretical Principles and Experimental Methods addresses many important applications and advances in the field. This book is divided into 5 sections:Plasmonics and carbon dots physics with applicationsOptical films, fibers, and materialsOptical properties of advanced materialsMolecular physics and diffusionMacromolecular physicsWeaving together science and engineering, this new volume addresses important applications and advances in optical and molecular physics. It covers plasmonics and carbon dots physics with applications; optical films, fibers, and materials; optical properties of advanced materials; molecular physics and diffusion; and macromolecular physics.This book looks at optical materials in the development of composite materials for the functionalization of glass, ceramic, and polymeric substrates to interact with electromagnetic radiation and presents state-of-the-art research in preparation methods, optical characterization, and usage of optical materials and devices in various photonic fields. The authors discuss devices and technologies used by the electronics, magnetics, and photonics industries and offer perspectives on the manufacturing technologies used in device fabrication.

This new book, Carbon Nanotubes for Energy and Environmental Applications, covers the timely issue of green applications of carbon nanotubes. It covers the diverse usages of carbon nanotubes for the sensing of environmentally hazardous chemicals, for water purification, for the protection of the environment, and for new energy applications.The development of highly sensitive CNT-based gas sensors for air pollution monitoring, for green synthesis of carbon nanotubes, and for green energy applications are discussed in this volume. The diverse topics in the volume include nanodiamonds for energy storage, new lubricant additives that enhance energy efficiency, how carbon nanotubes can be applied in the food and agricultural sectors, the use of CNTs in water purification and desalination, carbon nanotubes-based electrochemical sensors for environmentally hazardous chemicals, and much more.This timely book addresses a need of the hour and will provide valuable for environmentally conscious industry professionals, faculty and students, and researchers in materials science, engineering, physics, and chemistry with interest in nanomaterials.

This new book discusses a selection of advanced topics on carbon nanotubes—their extraordinary properties, structure, design, fabrication, development, engineering, functionalization, carbon nanotube enabled nanocomposites, characterization, and, moreover, their utility in many applications. The volume highlights the amazing potential of advanced CNT composites in automotive, aeronautics, spacecrafts, transistors replacing Si electronics, energy, purification, hydrogen storage, tissue regeneration, electrochemical supercapacitors, sensing, biomedical applications, agriculture, energy, and technical applications.The book specifically discusses the applications of carbon nanotubes for a greener environment, as well as applications for biomedical uses, in drug delivery, and in display technology. It also explores the uses of CNTs in the energy and aerospace industries, such as for solar energy conversion, as a lubricant additive for enhancing energy efficiency, and more. Other chapters explore the potential of carbon nanotubes in hydrogen storage and carbon nanotube electronics.

Optical and Molecular Physics: Theoretical Principles and Experimental Methods addresses many important applications and advances in the field. This book is divided into 5 sections:Plasmonics and carbon dots physics with applicationsOptical films, fibers, and materialsOptical properties of advanced materialsMolecular physics and diffusionMacromolecular physicsWeaving together science and engineering, this new volume addresses important applications and advances in optical and molecular physics. It covers plasmonics and carbon dots physics with applications; optical films, fibers, and materials; optical properties of advanced materials; molecular physics and diffusion; and macromolecular physics.This book looks at optical materials in the development of composite materials for the functionalization of glass, ceramic, and polymeric substrates to interact with electromagnetic radiation and presents state-of-the-art research in preparation methods, optical characterization, and usage of optical materials and devices in various photonic fields. The authors discuss devices and technologies used by the electronics, magnetics, and photonics industries and offer perspectives on the manufacturing technologies used in device fabrication.

This book explores the latest innovations in eco-friendly textiles, from biodegradable fabrics to cutting-edge recycling techniques, and digital technologies in materials innovations as well as the international and regional efforts to combat the effects of fast fashion. As the global fashion industry grapples with the urgent need for sustainability, this book serves as a crucial guide for designers, manufacturers, and consumers alike. The book not only highlights the environmental and social benefits of sustainable fashion but also offers practical solutions and strategies for implementing these materials on a commercial scale. This book engages some of the best textile materials experts and fashion designers creating a perfect interaction between materials and design. It is engaging, informative, and forward-thinking, and an essential read for anyone passionate about the future of fashion and the role of innovation in creating a more sustainable world.

This book investigates the complex effects of nanotechnology across numerous fields such as nanomedicine, tailored therapy in medicine and health care, transformational treatment choices for various illnesses, electronics, and computing via miniaturization.