Nanocomposites-Advanced Materials for Energy and Environmental Aspects

1st Edition - January 25, 2023
Editors: Mohammad Ehtisham Khan, Jeenat Aslam, Chandrabhan Verma
Language: English
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Nanocomposites-Advanced Materials for Energy and Environmental Aspects provides a brief introduction to metal oxides. The book then discusses novel fabrication methodolo… Read more

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Nanocomposites-Advanced Materials for Energy and Environmental Aspects provides a brief introduction to metal oxides. The book then discusses novel fabrication methodologies and eco-friendly methods for using a broad range of metal oxide-based nanocomposites in innovative ways. Key aspects include fundamental characteristics of environmentally sustainable fabrication of materials for solar power, power generation and the textiles industries. Commercialization and economic aspects that are currently of major significance are also discussed in detail. The book represents an important information resource for material scientists and engineers to create the next generation of products and devices for energy and environmental applications.

Metal and metal oxide-based nanocomposites are at the heart of some of the most exciting developments in the field of energy and environmental research. They have exceptional properties and are utilized in electronic and environmental sensing devices, for energy storage, electrode materials, fuel cells, membranes, and more.

Cover Image
Title page
Table of Contents
Copyright
List of contributors
Preface
Section 1: Sustainable Fabrication Approaches: Fundamentals, Design & Developments
1. Introduction and fundamentals of nanocomposites
Abstract
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Classification of nanocomposites
1.3 Properties of nanocomposites
1.4 Applications of nanocomposites
References
2. Properties of metal and metal oxides nanocomposites
Abstract
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Properties of nanoparticles
2.3 Unique properties of metal oxides nanoparticles
2.4 Surface properties of transition metal oxides
2.5 Applications of metallic nanoparticles based on their excellent properties
2.6 Summary and future perspectives
Acknowledgment
References
3. Overview and fundamentals of polymer nanocomposites
Abstract
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Polymer nanocomposite preparation techniques
3.3 Characterization of polymer nanocomposites
3.4 Properties of polymer nanocomposites
3.5 Applications of polymer nanocomposites
3.6 Advantages and disadvantages of polymer nanocomposites
3.7 Innovations and patents on polymer nanocomposites
3.8 Summary and future perspective
References
4. Fabrication approaches of nanocomposites
Abstract
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Nonpolymer-based nanocomposites
4.3 Synthesis of nanocomposites
4.4 Conclusion and future aspects
References
5. Design and developments strategies in the fabrication of nanocomposites
Abstract
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Types of nanomaterials in composite structures
5.3 Advanced applications of nanocomposites
5.4 Conclusion and future perspective
References
Section 2: Energy
6. Recent developments of nanocomposites in energy-related applications
Abstract
6.1 Introduction
6.2 The electrochemical energy storage application
6.3 Classification of nanocomposite on the bases of reinforcement fabric material
6.4 Noble metal-based nanocomposites
6.5 Conclusions
References
7. Application of nanocomposites in fuel cell
Abstract
7.1 Outline of fuel cell
7.2 Fuel cells: internal reaction and working principle
7.3 Division of the fuel cell
7.4 Recent developments of nanocomposite materials for fuel cell application
7.5 The role of the fuel cell in energy issues
7.6 Conclusion and future perspectives
Acknowledgment
References
8. Role of nanocomposites in hydrogen production
Abstract
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Global energy consumption and the environmental impact of hydrogen
8.3 Hydrogen production technology
8.4 Photocatalytic hydrogen production
8.5 Electrocatalytic H2 production
8.6 Summary and perspective
References
9. Nanocomposites in energy storage applications
Abstract
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Development of bio-based nanocomposite for batteries
9.3 Development of bio-based nanocomposite for supercapacitor
9.4 Conclusions
References
10. Development of nanocomposites in lithium-ion batteries
Abstract
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Transition metal oxides-based anode materials
10.3 Carbon-based anode materials for lithium ion batteries
10.4 Silicon-based anode materials
10.5 Conclusion
References
Further reading
11. Developments of nanocomposites in supercapacitor applications
Abstract
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Development of bio-based nanocomposite for supercapacitor
11.3 Performance of bio-based nanocomposites as supercapacitor
11.4 Future perspective of bio-based nanocomposites for supercapacitor
11.5 Conclusions
References
12. Developments of nanocomposites in dye-sensitized solar cells
Abstract
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Dye sensitization
12.3 Nanocomposites
12.4 Use of nanocomposites in dye-sensitized solar cells
12.5 Conclusion
References
Section 3: Environment
13. Recent development and photocatalytic mechanism in nanocomposites
Abstract
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Materials and methods
13.3 Results and discussion
13.4 Conclusion and future outlook
Acknowledgment
References
14. Nanocomposites in detection of volatile organic compounds
Abstract
14.1 Introduction
14.2 Nanocomposites in optical sensors
14.3 Nanocomposites in electroanalytical sensors
14.4 Nanocomposites in gravimetric sensors
14.5 Conclusion and perspectives
References
15. Application of nanocomposites in wastewater treatment
Abstract
15.1 Introduction
15.2 Decontamination of heavy metal ions from wastewater employing nanocomposite materials
15.3 Decontamination of dyes from wastewater employing nanocomposite materials
15.4 Mechanism
15.5 Conclusions and future perspective
Acknowledgments
References
16. Nanocomposites in the degradation of organic pollutants
Abstract
16.1 Introduction
16.2 Degradation of organic pollutants by GO/ZnO
16.3 Degradation of organic pollutants by GO/PANI
16.4 Degradation of organic pollutants by GO/PANI/ZnO
16.5 Degradation of organic pollutants by GO/ZnO/Ag
16.6 Degradation of organic pollutants by GO/PANI/Ag
16.7 Conclusion
Acknowledgments
References
17. Antimicrobial and drug delivery aspects of nanocomposites
Abstract
17.1 Introduction
17.2 Emerging strategies for drug delivery
17.3 Antimicrobial and drug delivery applications of nanocomposites
17.4 Conclusions and future prospects
References
18. Nanocomposites-based membrane for separation of hazardous contaminants from wastewater
Abstract
18.1 Introduction
18.2 Experimental procedure
18.3 Theories
18.4 Result and discussion
18.5 Conclusion
Acknowledgments
References
19. Antimicrobial and drug delivery aspect of environment-friendly polymer nanocomposites
Abstract
19.1 Introduction
19.2 Antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal properties of metals
19.3 Antibacterial nanocomposites
19.4 Nanofibers with antimicrobial activity
19.5 Particles
19.6 Techniques for characterization of metal and metal oxide-based nanocomposites
19.7 Conclusion
Acknowledgments
References
20. Nanocomposites for the treatment of textile effluents
Abstract
20.1 Introduction
20.2 Emergence and components of textile wastewater
20.3 The nanocomposites
20.4 Nanocomposites for water treatment
20.5 Nanocomposites versus conventional methodologies
20.6 Nanocomposites—a threat to the environment
20.7 Conclusion and future prospects
References
21. Nanocomposites for the removal of pharmaceuticals in drinking water sources
Abstract
21.1 Introduction
21.2 Pharmaceuticals
21.3 Composites
21.4 Nanocomposites
21.5 Metal matrix nanocomposites
21.6 Occurrence of pharmaceutical contaminants in drinking water sources
21.7 Nanocomposite-based techniques for the removal of pharmaceutical contaminants from drinking water sources
21.8 Conclusions and future prospective
Acknowledgment
References
Section 4: Miscellaneous and Commercialization
22. Nanocomposites in power generation
Abstract
22.1 Introduction
22.2 Literature review
22.3 Conclusions
Acknowledgments
Funding
Conflict of interest
References
23. Nanocomposites for anticorrosive application
Abstract
23.1 Introduction
23.2 Classification of nanocomposite coatings
23.3 Summary
Useful links
References
24. Applications of organic-based nanocomposites in corrosion protection
Abstract
24.1 Introduction
24.2 General overview of nanocomposite and its application in corrosion protection
24.3 Preparation of nanocellulose-based nanocomposites as corrosion inhibitors
24.4 Application of nanocellulose-based nanocomposites as corrosion inhibitor
24.5 Performance of nanocellulose-based nanocomposites as corrosion inhibitors
24.6 Challenges and opportunities of applications of nanocellulose-based nanocomposite in corrosion protection
24.7 Conclusion
Reference
25. Nanocomposites for adsorption of toxic metals
Abstract
25.1 Introduction
25.2 Synthesis methods of nanocomposites
25.3 Adsorption of heavy metals using nanocomposite adsorbents
25.4 Challenges and future directions
25.5 Conclusion
References
Further reading
26. Commercialization and economic issues of nanocomposites
Abstract
26.1 Introduction
26.2 Classification of nanocomposites
26.3 Commercialization of nanocomposites
26.4 Specific application of nanocomposites
26.5 Economic issues of nanocomposites
26.6 Conclusions
References
Index

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Mohammad Ehtisham Khan

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Chandrabhan Verma