Graphene, Nanotubes and Quantum Dots-Based Nanotechnology

Fundamentals and Applications

1st Edition - July 28, 2022
Editor: Yarub Al-Douri
Language: English
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A comprehensive look combining experimental and theoretical approaches to graphene, nanotubes, and quantum dots-based nanotechnology evaluation and development are including a review of key applications.

Graphene, nanotubes, and quantum dots-based nanotechnology review the fundamentals, processing methods, and applications of this key materials system. The topics addressed are comprehensive including synthesis, preparation, both physical and chemical properties, both accepted and novel processing methods, modeling, and simulation.

The book provides fundamental information on key properties that impact performance, such as crystal structure and particle size, followed by different methods to analyze, measure, and evaluate graphene, nanotubes, and quantum dots-based nanotechnology and particles. Finally, important applications are covered, including different applications of biomedical, energy, electronics, etc.

Graphene, nanotubes, and quantum dots-based nanotechnology is appropriate for those working in the disciplines of nanotechnology, materials science, chemistry, physics, biology, and medicine.

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Title Page
Copyright
Table of Contents
Contributors
Preface
Chapter 1 Introduction to graphene
1.1. Introduction
1.2 Graphene the carbon allotrope
1.3 Bandgap structure and carrier density
1.4 Electron transport
1.5 Ballistic transport
1.6 Magneto-transport
1.7 Quantum electrochemical potential
1.8 Closing remarks
References
Chapter 2 Synthesis methods of graphene
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Top-down approaches
2.3 Bottom-up approach
2.4 Outlook and conclusions
References
Chapter 3 Chemical properties of graphene
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Chemical properties of graphene
3.3 Graphene functionalization
3.4 Chemical properties of graphene-based nanocomposites
3.5 Characterization of chemical properties of graphene
3.6 Summary
Acknowledgment
References
Chapter 4 Analysis and characterization of graphene
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Structural properties of graphene
4.3 Characterization of graphene as electrode material for energy storage device
4.4 Summary
References
Chapter 5 Morphology and topography of graphene
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Morphology characterization of graphene
5.3 Topography characterization of graphene
5.4 Conclusions
References
Chapter 6 Mechanical behavior of graphene conductive ink for wearable applications
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Methodology
6.3 Results and discussions
6.4 Summary
References
Chapter 7 Functionalized 2D materials
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Inorganic functionalization of 2D materials
7.3 Molecular functionalization of 2D materials
7.4 Defect engineering
7.5 Future outlook
References
Chapter 8 Graphene oxide
8.1 Historical development of graphene oxide
8.2 Mechanism of formation
8.3 Properties and emerging applications
8.4 Present challenges and future opportunities of graphene oxide
8.5 Conclusions
References
Chapter 9 Graphene and optoelectronics
9.1 Introduction and background
9.2 Graphene synthesis and processing
9.3 Graphene's optoelectronic properties
9.4 Graphene-based photodiodes
9.5 Graphene-based solar cells
9.6 Graphene-based light-emitting diodes
9.7 Conclusion
References
Chapter 10 Synthesis, properties, and application of biomass-derived graphene-like material
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Synthesis method for biomass-derived graphene-like material
10.3 Properties of biomass-derived graphene
10.4 Applications of biomass-derived graphene
10.5 Conclusions
References
Chapter 11 Application of graphene in supercapacitors, batteries, and fuel cells
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Application of graphene in supercapacitors
11.3 Application of graphene in batteries
11.4 Application of graphene in fuel cells
11.5 Summary
References
Chapter 12 Introduction to carbon nanotubes and nanoribbons
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Chirality
12.3 Graphene to CNT
12.4 CNT density of states
12.5 Graphene nanoribbons
12.6 Closing remarks
References
Chapter 13 Synthesis methods of nanotubes
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Ball milling
13.3 Arc discharge processing
13.4 Chemical vapor deposition
13.5 Laser ablation
13.6 Electrochemical processing
13.7 Other methods
13.8 Purification
13.9 Summary and outlook
References
Chapter 14 Chemical properties of carbon nanotubes
14.1 Introduction
14.2 Chemical properties of CNTs
14.3 Method to improve the chemical properties of carbon nanotubes
14.4 Application of CNTs
14.5 Conclusions
References
Chapter 15 Physical properties of carbon nanotubes and nanoribbons
15.1 CNT carrier statistics
15.2 Equilibrium to nonequilibrium for CNT and GNR
15.3 High-field transport in metallic CNT
15.4 High-field GNR transport
15.5 Ballistic transport in graphene, CNT, and GNR
15.6 Interrelationships between GNR and CNT
15.7 Conclusions
References
Chapter 16 Analysis and characterization of carbon nanotube
16.1 Introduction
16.2 Structural properties of carbon nanotube
16.3 Spectroscopies analyses
16.4 Morphological and surface properties by microscopies analyses
16.5 Characterization of carbon nanotube as electrode material for energy storage device
16.6 Device's resistance analysis from electrochemical impedance spectroscopy
16.7 Energy density and power density
16.8 Summary
References
Chapter 17 Morphology and topography of nanotubes
17.1 Introducing carbon nanotubes
17.2 Topology and basics nomenclature
17.3 Morphology
17.4 Synthesis and growth mechanism
17.5 Morphological and topographical analysis techniques
17.6 Functional properties
17.7 Applications
17.8 Summary and outlook
References
Chapter 18 Functionalized nanotubes
18.1 Introduction
18.2 Functionalization process
18.3 Effects of functional chemical groups of nanomaterials
18.4 DESs as a functionalization agent
18.5 Applications of functionalized CNTs
18.6 Conclusion
References
Chapter 19 Mechanical properties of nanotubes
19.1 Introduction
19.2 Classification of nanotubes structure and properties
19.3 Unit cell of nanotubes
19.4 Carbon nanotubes, synthesis, and applications
19.5 Single, double, and multi-wall carbon nanotubes
19.6 Carbon nanotubes reinforced metal matrix composite
19.7 Titanium oxide nanotubes
19.8 Boron nitride nanotubes: Synthesis, properties, and functionalization
19.9 Silicon carbide nanotubes, mechanical properties, and applications
19.10 Conclusions
19.11 Future perspectives
Acknowledgment
References
Chapter 20 Industrial applications of nanotubes
20.1 Introduction
20.2 Nanotubes properties
20.3 Nanotubes applications
20.4 Conclusions
References
Chapter 21 Comprehensive multiscale techniques to estimate the compressive strength of concrete incorporated with carbon nanotubes at various curing times and mix proportions
21.1 Introduction
21.2 Methodology
21.3 Statistical evaluation of normal strength concrete properties modified with CNT
21.4 Modeling
21.5 Assessment criteria for models
21.6 Analysis and output
21.7 Conclusions
References
Chapter 22 Carbon nanostructures and 2D transition metal dichalcogenides
22.1 Carbon nanostructures
22.2 Transition metal dichalcogenides
22.3 Conclusion
References
Chapter 23 Applications of nanotubes in preparation of polymer composite materials
23.1 Introduction
23.2 Preparation of nanotube polymer composite
23.3 Application of CNT polymer composite
23.4 Conclusion
References
Chapter 24 Introduction to quantum dots
24.1 Defining a nanomaterial—How much is the volume of a material on its surface?
24.2 Classification of nanocrystals based on morphology
24.3 Forces in nanostructured materials
24.4 Variation in electronic properties with increase in surface fraction
24.5 Structure of CdSe quantum dots
24.6 Thermal properties of quantum dots
24.7 Conclusions
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter 25 Synthesis methods of quantum dots
25.1 Introduction
25.2 Bottom-up approach
25.3 Other synthesis processes
25.4 Conclusions
References
Chapter 26 Optical properties of quantum dots
26.1 Introduction
26.2 Quantum dots
26.3 Computational method
26.4 Experimental techniques
26.5 Results and discussion
26.6 Conclusions
References
Chapter 27 Chemical properties of quantum dots
27.1 Introduction
27.2 Principle of quantum dots work
27.3 Parts of quantum dots
27.4 Forms of quantum dots
27.5 Chemical composition of quantum dots
27.6 Surface ligands and coordination of quantum dots
27.7 Oxidation of quantum dots
27.8 Redox chemistry of quantum dots
27.9 Chemical stability of quantum dots
27.10 Chemical reactions involving the surface of quantum dots
27.11 Thermodynamic properties of quantum dots
27.12 Kinetic properties of quantum dots
27.13 Toxicity of quantum dots
27.14 Conclusion
Future perspective
References
Chapter 28 Physical properties of quantum dots
28.1 Introduction
28.2 Carbon quantum dots
28.3 Graphene quantum dots
28.4 Other quantum dots
28.5 Conclusions and future perspective
References
Chapter 29 Analysis and characterization of quantum dots
29.1 Introduction
29.2 Structural characterization techniques
29.3 Size determination techniques
29.4 Optical characterization techniques
29.5 Composition determination
29.6 Supplementary characterization techniques
Conclusions
References
Chapter 30 Morphology and topography of quantum dots
30.1 Introduction
30.2 Synthesis and creation
30.3 Characterization and analysis
Conclusion and future perspectives
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter 31 Industrial applications of quantum dots
31.1 Introduction
31.2 Fabrications of device: From bulk to nanosized materials
31.3 Large-scale production of quantum dots and nanostructured materials
31.4 Evolution of optoelectronic properties: From bulk to nanostructured materials
31.5 Advancement of photovoltaic technology using QDS: Future of energy generation industry
31.6 The trends in research and development sector incorporating bulk and QDS: Energy generation, energy storage, and energy emitting devices
31.7 31.7 Simulated QD-based device structure vs laboratory scale vs. industry scale
31.8 Summary and outlook
References
Chapter 32 Medical applications of quantum dots
32.1 Introduction
32.2 Semiconductors QD
32.3 Quantum dots in biomedical
32.4 Property of Q dots
32.5 Applications
32.6 Disclosure
Acknowledgment
References
Chapter 33 Environmental impact of quantum dots
33.1 Introduction
33.2 Toxicity of quantum dots
33.3 Environmental degradation of quantum dots
33.4 Methods for prevention of QDs degradation
Conclusions
References
Chapter 34 Quantum dots embedded ceramic materials—Synthesis and application
34.1 Introduction
34.2 Fabrication methods
34.3 Properties of QD embedded glass ceramics
34.4 Applications
34.5 Conclusions
References
Chapter 35 Quantum dots: policy and ethics
35.1 Introduction
35.2 Toxicity of QDs
35.3 Quantum dots risks and ecotoxicology
35.4 Minimizing the toxicity of quantum dots and outlook
35.5 Uncertainty around quantum dots in different applications
35.6 Policies and public issues, legal concerns
35.7 Conclusions
References
Chapter 36 Quantum dots for modern display devices
36.1 The magical journey of displays: Big CRT screens to foldable ones
36.2 Current perspective and challenges in displays
36.3 Quantum dots: A toolbox for future of display technologies
36.4 Quantum dots in display technologies
36.5 Quantum dot family for displays
36.6 LCD vs OLED vs QLED
36.7 Future opportunities and recycling of display devices
36.8 Conclusions
References
Index

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