Nanotechnology Books

Holger Bartolf discusses state-of-the-art detection concepts based on superconducting nanotechnology as well as sophisticated analytical formulæ that model dissipative fluctuation-phenomena in superconducting nanowire single-photon detectors. Such...

It is about fifteen years since we started hearing about Computational Ma­ terials Science and Materials Modelling and Design. Fifteen years is a long time and all of us realise that the use of computational methods in the...

Introduction.- Human hair, skin, and hair care products.- Experimental.- Structural characterization using an AFM.- Nanomechanical characterization using nanoindentation, nanoscratch, and AFM.-Multi-scale tribological characterization.- Conditioner...

to Inorganic and Metallic Nanotubes.- Synthesis and Applications of Titanium Oxide Nanotubes.- Synthesis, Structural Analysis, and Applications of Titanium Oxide Nanotubes.- Synthesis and Applications of Titanium Oxide Nanotube Thin Films.- Synthesis and...

The spin degree-of-freedom is o?ering a wide range of intriguing oppor- nities both in fundamental as well as in applied solid-state physics. When combined with the rich and fertile physics of low-dimensional semicondu-...

There is a high demand for antimicrobials for the treatment of new and emerging microbial diseases. In particular, microbes developing multidrug resistance have created a pressing need to search for a new generation of antimicrobial agents, which are...

This book gives an overview of nanostructures and nanomaterials applied in the fields of energy and organic electronics. It combines the knowledge from advanced deposition and processing methods of nanomaterials such as laser-based growth and...

In recent years, graphene based research has witnessed a tremendous explosion. This two dimensional "dream" material has come into the main spotlight of fundamental and applied research in diverse nano-science fields, but surprisingly rapidly, it has...

Odd-frequency pairing.- Equal spin pairing in SF hybrid structures.- Boundary conditions in diffusive heterostructures.- Interface transparency and transport properties of SF hybrids.- Superconducting spin-switch based of SF-hybrids.- Re-entrance...

Quantum Chromodynamics and Chiral Symmetry.- Spontaneous Symmetry Breaking and the Goldstone Theorem.- Chiral Perturbation Theory for Mesons.- Chiral Perturbation Theory for Bryons.- Applications and Outlook.- Pauli and Dirac Matrices.- Functionals and...

Part 1.The Fundamentals of Microsystems and Nanotechnology.- Information Electronics Of Nano-era.- Micro/Nano Fluidics.- Materials Problems in MEMS.- Nanomechanics in Crossed Multidiscipline.- Nano Structure and Monomolecular Electronic Transport...

Basics of the Einstein Relation.- The Einstein Relation in Bulk Specimens of Compound Semiconductors.- The Einstein Relation in Compound Semiconductors Under Magnetic Quantization.- The Einstein Relation in Compound Semiconductors Under Crossed Fields...

Bharat Bhushan and Robert A. Sayer: Gecko Feet: Natural Attachment Systems for Smart Adhesion-Mechanism, Modeling and Development of Bio-Inspired Materials.- Filippo Giannazzo, Patrick Fiorenza, Vito Raineri: Carrier transport in advanced semiconductor...

Basic Principles and Fundamental Properties.- Size Effects on Structure and Morphology of Free or Supported Nanoparticles.- Structure and Phase Transitions in Nanocrystals.- Thermodynamics and Solid-Liquid Transitions.- Modelling and Simulating the...

From Dilute Magnetic Alloys to Confined Nanostructures: Evolution of the Kondo Effect.- The Two Channel Kondo Effect in Quantum Dots.- Kondo Physics in Artificial Molecules.- Low Temperature Decoherence and Relaxation in Charge Josephson Junction Qubits...

This book on mechanical microsensors is based on a course organized by the Swiss Foundation for Research in Microtechnology (FSRM) in Neuchatel, Swit­ zerland, and developed and taught by the authors. Support by FSRM is...

The information revolution of the twentieth century was brought about by microelectronics based on a simple and common material, silicon. Although silicon will continue to be of central importance in the next century, carbon,...

This volume contains a selection of the papers presented at the 8th Conference on Colloid Chemistry. It was hosted by the Hungarian Chemical Society and organized by Budapest University of Technology and Economics and was held...

Lotus Effect: Roughness-Induced Superhydrophobicity.- Gecko Feet: Natural Attachment Systems for Smart Adhesion.- Novel AFM Nanoprobes.- Nanoelectromechanical Systems - Experiments and Modeling.- Application of Atom-resolved Scanning Tunneling Microscopy...

A comprehensive collection of overview articles on novel microscopy methods for imaging magnetic structures on the nanoscale. Written by leading scientists in the field, the book covers synchrotron based methods, spin-polarized...

Overview of diffraction methods applied to the analysis of the microstructure of materials. Since crystallite size and the presence of lattice defects have a decisive influence on the properties of many engineering materials,...

This volume treats new materials (nanotubes and quantum dots) and new techniques (synchrotron radiation scattering and cavity confined scattering). In the past five years, Raman and Brillouin scattering have taken a place among...

With contributions by numerous experts

Making a clear distinction is made between nano- and micro-mechanical testing for physical reasons, this monograph describes the basics and applications of the supermicroscopies AFM and SNOM, and of the nanomechanical testing...

This series presents critical reviews of the present and future trends in polymer and biopolymer science including chemistry, physical chemistry, physics and materials science. It is addressed to all scientists at universities...

Ithasbeenstatedthatourknowledgedoublesevery20years,butthatmaybe an understatement when considering the Life Sciences. A series of discoveries and inventions have propelled our knowledge from the recognition that DNA ...

This book introduces the various aspects of the emerging field of carbon dots. Their structural and physico-chemical properties as well as their current and future potential applications are covered. A special chapter on graphene quantum dots is provided...

This book discusses the tribological, rheological and optical properties of liquid-crystal nanomaterials as well as lubricant media. It also describes the formation of liquid-crystal materials and the application of cholesteric liquid-crystal compounds...

This book introduces the state-of-the-art technologies in mechatronics, robotics, and MEMS devices in order to improve their methodologies. It provides a follow-up to "Advanced Mechatronics and MEMS Devices" (2013) with an exploration of the most...

This book presents some of the latest achievements in nanotechnology and nanomaterials from leading researchers in Ukraine, Europe, and beyond. It features contributions from participants in the 3rd International Science and Practice Conference...

This bookis focused on recent advances in the development of thin films for photovoltaicapplications, TiO2/WO3 bi-layers for applications with enhanced photo-catalyticproperties, nanometer oxide and hydroxide films for anticorrosive coatings,surface...

Introduction to Nanoporous Metals.- Formation and Microstructural Regulation of Nanoporous Metals.- Nanoporous Metals for Fuel Cell Applications.- Nanoporous Metals for Supercapacitor Applications.- Nanoporous Metals for Li Battery Applications.-...

Now in its third edition, this standard reference is a comprehensive treatment of nonsmooth mechanical systems refocused to give more prominence to issues connected with control and modelling. It covers Lagrangian and Newton-Euler systems, detailing...

The present volume is a collection of review articles highlighting the fundamental advances made in this area by the internationally acclaimed research groups , most of them being pioneers themselves and coming together for the...

The automobile is going through the biggest transformation in its history. Automation and electrification of vehicles are expected to enable safer and cleaner mobility. The prospects and requirements of the future automobile affect innovations in major...

This volume aims to document the most important worldwide accomplishments in converging knowledge and technology, including converging platforms, methods of convergence, societal implications, and governance in the last ten...

This volume contains the Proceedings of the International Conference on Simulation of Semiconductor Devices and Processes, SISPAD 01, held on September 5-7, 2001, in Athens. The conference provided an open forum for the...

This book provides a holistic compilation on applications of carbon nanostructures, especially in advanced healthcare applications. It comprises chapters on utility of diverse multifunctional nanocarriers in drug delivery and biomedical...

This book provides a comprehensive technical and scientific overview of the surface modification of titanium dental implants. Coverage ranges from basic concepts of surface modification to advanced micro- and nano-engineering strategies employed to...

This book focuses on the recent progress of nanotechnology with emphasis on the interaction between nanoparticles and plants on the cellular level. It is devoted to understanding the pathways of nanomaterials entry into plant cell and their influence on...

This book presents a review of preparation methods for environmentally friendly nanocomposite materials. It describes the combination of biodegradable and biocompatible polymer matrices with nanoparticles, leading to finished products preferably prepared...

This book focuses on the emerging research in the field of treatment of solid tumors or cancer with new drug delivery systems using nanotechnology. Nanotechnology has given us a good scope for development of new innovative drug delivery strategies to...

This textbook is about economically competitive renewable energy sources (RES), including onshore and offshore wind, solar and small-hydro plants, and focusing on the electricity production from these sources.Clearly divided into sections discussing the...