Nanomaterials chemistry [[electronic resource] ] : recent developments and new directions / / edited by C.N.R. Rao, A. Müller and A. K. Cheetham

• Pubblicazione: Weinheim, : Wiley-VCH; [Chichester, : John Wiley, distributor], c2007
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (423 p.)
• Disciplina: 620.5
• Soggetto topico: Nanochemistry; Nanostructured materials; Nanostructures
• Altri autori: CheethamA. K MüllerAchim <1938-> RaoC. N. R <1934-> (Chintamani Nagesa Ramachandra)
• Note generali: Description based upon print version of record.
• Nota di bibliografia: Includes bibliographical references and index.
• Nota di contenuto: Nanomaterials Chemistry; Contents; Preface; List of Contributors; 1 Recent Developments in the Synthesis, Properties and Assemblies of Nanocrystals; 1.1 Introduction; 1.2 Spherical Nanocrystals; 1.2.1 Semiconductor Nanocrystals; 1.2.2 Metal Nanocrystals; 1.2.3 Nanocrystals of Metal Oxides; 1.3 Nanocrystals of Different Shapes; 1.3.1 Anisotropic Growth of Semiconductor and Oxide Nanocrystals; 1.3.2 Anisotropic Growth of Metal Nanocrystals; 1.4 Selective Growth on Nanocrystals; 1.5 Properties of Nanocrystals; 1.5.1 Electronic and Optical Properties; 1.5.2 Magnetic Properties ; 1.6 Ordered Assemblies of Nanocrystals1.6.1 One- and Low-dimensional Arrangements; 1.6.2 Two-dimensional Arrays; 1.6.3 Three-dimensional Superlattices; 1.6.4 Colloidal Crystals; 1.7 Applications; 1.7.1 Optical and Electro-optical Devices; 1.7.2 Nanocrystal-based Optical Detection and Related Devices; 1.7.3 Nanocrystals as Fluorescent Tags; 1.7.4 Biomedical Applications of Oxide Nanoparticles; 1.7.5 Nanoelectronics and Nanoscalar Electronic Devices; 1.8 Conclusions; References; 2 Nanotubes and Nanowires: Recent Developments; 2.1 Introduction; 2.2 Carbon Nanotubes; 2.2.1 Synthesis ; 2.2.2 Purification2.2.3 Functionalization and Solubilization; 2.2.4 Properties and Applications; 2.2.4.1 Optical, Electrical and Other Properties; 2.2.4.2 Phase Transitions, Mechanical Properties, and Fluid Mechanics; 2.2.4.3 Energy Storage and Conversion; 2.2.4.4 Chemical Sensors; 2.2.5 Biochemical and Biomedical Aspects; 2.2.6 Nanocomposites; 2.2.7 Transistors and Devices; 2.3 Inorganic Nanotubes; 2.3.1 Synthesis; 2.3.2 Solubilization and Functionalization; 2.3.3 Properties and Applications; 2.4 Inorganic Nanowires; 2.4.1 Synthesis; 2.4.2 Self Assembly and Functionalization ; 2.4.3 Coaxial Nanowires and Coatings on Nanowires2.4.4 Optical Properties; 2.4.5 Electrical and Magnetic Properties; 2.4.6 Some Chemical Aspects and Sensor Applications; 2.4.7 Mechanical Properties; 2.4.8 Transistors and Devices; 2.4.9 Biological Aspects; References; 3 Nonaqueous Sol-Gel Routes to Nanocrystalline Metal Oxides; 3.1 Overview; 3.2 Introduction; 3.3 Short Introduction to Aqueous and Nonaqueous Sol-Gel Chemistry; 3.4 Nonaqueous Sol-Gel Routes to Metal Oxide Nanoparticles; 3.4.1 Surfactant-controlled Synthesis of Metal Oxide Nanoparticles ; 3.5 Solvent-controlled Synthesis of Metal Oxide Nanoparticles3.5.1 Introduction; 3.5.2 Reaction of Metal Halides with Alcohols; 3.5.3 Reaction of Metal Alkoxides with Alcohols; 3.5.4 Reaction of Metal Alkoxides with Ketones and Aldehydes; 3.5.5 Reaction of Metal Acetylacetonates with Various Organic Solvents; 3.6 Selected Reaction Mechanisms; 3.7 Summary and Outlook; References; 4 Growth of Nanocrystals in Solution; 4.1 Introduction; 4.2 Theoretical Aspects; 4.2.1 Theory of Nucleation; 4.2.2 Mechanism of Growth ; 4.2.2.1 Diffusion Limited Growth: Lifshitz-Slyozov-Wagner (LSW) Theory and Post-LSW Theory
• Sommario/riassunto: With this handbook, the distinguished team of editors has combined the expertise of leading nanomaterials scientists to provide the latest overview of this field. They cover the whole spectrum of nanomaterials, ranging from theory, synthesis, properties, characterization to application, including such new developments as quantum dots, nanoparticles, nanoporous materials, nanowires, nanotubes, and nanostructured polymers. The result is recommended reading for everybody working in nanoscience: Newcomers to the field can acquaint themselves with this exciting subject, while specialists will f
• Titolo autorizzato: Nanomaterials chemistry
• ISBN: 1-281-08798-X; 9786611087982; 3-527-61137-1; 3-527-61136-3
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Record Nr.: 9910142437803321
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