- Introduction to Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
- Elements of Nanotechnology
- Elementary Nanoscience
- Fundamentals and Applications of Nanotechnology
- Nano Science and Technology
- Carbon Nanotechnology
- Industrial Nanotechnology
- Green Nanotechnology, Energy Systems and Environment
1. Introduction to Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
1."Introduction to Nanotechnology" by Poole C P and Owens F J
“Introduction to Nanotechnology” Book Review: This book is very essential and exciting in the fields of Engineering, Physics, Chemistry and Biology. The text presents numerous developments which will change the direction of technological developments in a vast range of implementations. This book’s purpose is an introduction to the subject of nanotechnology. It grants researchers in various fields to acquire an appreciation of advancements in nanotechnology other than their own fields of expertise. The text also permits technical administrators and managers to acquire a summary of the subject.
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2."Nanostructures and Nanomaterials: Synthesis, Properties and Applications" by Cao G
“Nanostructures and Nanomaterials: Synthesis, Properties and Applications” Book Review: This volume emphasises on the combination and creation of nanostructures and nanomaterials and characteristics and implementations of nanostructures and nanomaterials especially inorganic nanomaterials. It encompasses steady and thorough descriptions of basics and processing methods with relation to synthesis, characterization, features and implementations of nanostructures and nanomaterials. It provides chemical processing and lithographic methods in an orderly and logical way for the union and creation of 0-D, 1-D, and 2-D nanostructures and special nanomaterials like carbon nanotubes and ordered mesoporous oxides.
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3."Carbon Nanotubes – Basic Concepts and Physical Properties" by Reich S and Maultzsch J
“Carbon Nanotubes – Basic Concepts and Physical Properties” Book Review: This volume provides an easy introduction to nanomaterials. It explains topics in theoretical and experimental approach. It focuses on recent knowledge on solid state physics, material sciences or nanotechnology. It describes in detail the general principles of one–dimensional systems. It provides both theoretical and experimental explanations of concepts like luminescence of carbon nanotubes, Raman scattering, and transport measurements. It covers the recently analyzed concepts also double–walled tubes, nanotubes and nanotube peapods. It contains illustrative problems with solutions manuals.
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4."Introduction to Nanoscience and Nanotechnology" by Chattopadhyay K K
“Introduction to Nanoscience and Nanotechnology” Book Review: The text provides the knowledge in an orderly way. It is specially planned for students of M.Sc. (Physics) and M.Tech. courses in nanotechnology, undergraduate and postgraduate courses of many science and engineering fields. The book focuses on the fundamental concepts of nanomaterials. It also contains very well drawn figures and examples. It also provides recent implementations to illuminate the applicability and importance of nanoscience and nanotechnology in daily life. Nanoscience and nanotechnology can be applied in biotechnology, electronics, integrated circuits etc. The book gives an emphasis on the concepts of nanomaterials. It is provided with diagrams and illustrations. The book includes modern applications that can be applied to in the modern world. Research scholars can also use this book as a reference. The book emphasizes the underlying concepts of nanomaterials. Modern applications are also included to highlight the relevance and importance of nanoscience and nanotechnology in everyday life. | |
5."Introduction to Nanoscience and Nanotechnology" by Gabor L Hornyak and H F Tibbals
“Introduction to Nanoscience and Nanotechnology” Book Review: This book constructs a rigid context in assumption and creation techniques while combining the physics, chemistry, and biology details. It emphasises on implementations, analyzing engineering features along with nanomaterials and industry-specific implementations in fields of energy, electronics, and biotechnology. It covers the nanoscale, the societal effects of nanoscience and summary of characterization and creation techniques. It also analyses the physical fundamentals like nanorheology, nanofluidics and nanomechanics.
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6."Nanotechnology: Principles and Practices" by Sulabha K Kulkarni
“Nanotechnology: Principles and Practices” Book Review: It provides a recent introduction to nanomaterials and nanotechnology. The volume presents the fundamental topics of quantum mechanics and solid state physics. It covers physical and chemical synthetic procedures along with analytical methods for understanding nanostructures. It further explains elaborately the size based features of nanomaterials like their thermal, mechanical, optical and magnetic attributes. It explains several implementations of nanomaterials in electronics, cosmetics, energy and the medical field along with the environmental effect of these methods. It also covers spintronics, soft lithography, metamaterials, the lotus effect and graphene. Furthermore scanning tunneling microscopy (STM), scanning near field optical microscopy (SNOM), Raman spectroscopy and photoelectron microscopy are also covered.
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7."An Introduction to Nanosciences and Nanotechnology" by Alain Nouailhat
“An Introduction to Nanosciences and Nanotechnology” Book Review: This volume is appropriate to assist students to improve their understanding and reaction abilities. This book comprises short reading selections followed by assembled reaction and multiple–choice questions. Furthermore it includes thinking and writing activities. It can be applied as a main or additional program as test prep or for interference with individual students or groups.
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8."Introduction to Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (Wiley Survival Guides in Engineering and Science)" by Chris Binns
“Introduction to Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (Wiley Survival Guides in Engineering and Science)” Book Review: This textbook provides a description of nanotechnology in a way that the reader doesn’t need to have a scientific background. It comprises all features covering the recent areas of biomedical implementations and the application of nanotechnology to probe the “quantum vacuum.” The text also provides approximates of where these technologies are headed along with possiblies in the future.
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9."Introduction to Nanoscience" by Gabor L Hornyak and Joydeep Dutta
“Introduction to Nanoscience” Book Review: This textbook provides multidisciplinary and nano-centric knowledge. This volume introduces the nanoscale as well as the societal influences of nanoscience. It also provides an outline of features and creation processes. It explains orderly the chemistry, physics, and biology characters of nanoscience. Hence presents a full illustration of the difficulties, opportunities and inspirations laid by each aspect.
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10."Nanophysics and Nanotechnology" by Edward L Wolf
“Nanophysics and Nanotechnology” Book Review: This volume encompasses and provides a study approach to the thread of physical subjects which are at the core of nanotechnology. The text contains recent sections on the applications of DNA as an organizing stratagem in self-assembly, silicon nanowires. It also analyses recent development toward human cloning. The attainment of self-replication in an elementary set of electromechanical robots and acceleration toward alternative kinds of nanoelectronics are also explained.
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11."Nanotechnology 2012: Electronics, Devices, Fabrication, MEMS, Fluidics and Computation: Technical Proceedings of the 2012 NSTI Nanotechnology Conference and Expo" by NSTI
“Nanotechnology 2012: Electronics, Devices, Fabrication, MEMS, Fluidics and Computation: Technical Proceedings of the 2012 NSTI Nanotechnology Conference and Expo (Volume 2) 1st Edition” Book Review: The book has been updated with the latest developments and global advancements in the field.
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2. Elements of Nanotechnology
1."A First Course on Basic Elements of Heat Flow in Nanoporous Fabrics (Nanotechnology Science and Technology)" by A K Haghi
“A First Course on Basic Elements of Heat Flow in Nanoporous Fabrics (Nanotechnology Science and Technology)” Book Review: This book has been designed for various undergraduate or graduate students pursuing their academics in nanotechnology, physics. This book can also be used by researchers, PhDs and teachers who are under this subject. This book explains the theories of heat flow in porous nanostructure fabrics. The nanopores embedded in the fibre and various mid-infrared transparency are explained later in this book. Compared with commercial cotton and fabric, this book explains differences between them. It also explains nanoPE fabrics. It consists of a few numericals for students to try out in order to understand better.
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2."Finite Element Modeling of Nanotube Structures (Engineering Materials)" by Mokhtar Awang and Ehsan Mohammadpour
“Finite Element Modeling of Nanotube Structures (Engineering Materials)” Book Review: This book has been designed for various undergraduate or graduate students pursuing their academics in nanotechnology, physics. This book can also be used by researchers, PhDs and teachers who are under this subject. This book explains carbon structures such as graphene and carbon nanotubes using finite element methods and addresses the latest advances in numerical studies for these materials. It also has various case studies or real life world and solved examples. It develops an effective finite element approach for modeling the structure and the deformation of graphene-based materials. Single-walled and multi-walled carbon nanotubes are demonstrated in detail. It consists of a few numericals for students to try out in order to understand better.
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3."Computational Finite Element Methods in Nanotechnology" by Sarhan M Musa
“Computational Finite Element Methods in Nanotechnology” Book Review: This book has been designed for various undergraduate or graduate students pursuing their academics in nanotechnology, physics. This book can also be used by researchers, PhDs and teachers who are under this subject. It explains capabilities of finite element methods in nanotechnology for a range of fields. This book explains the importance of finite element methods (FEMs) for computational tools in the development of efficient nanoscale systems. It also explains progress in using FEM to analyze the electric field formed in needleless electrospinning. It explains how molecular dynamic simulations can be integrated into the finite elements methods. It also has various solved problems and references at each chapter.
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4."The National Nanotechnology Initiative: Elements, Considerations and Activities (Nanotechnology Science and Technology)" by Mathew R Gauthier
“The National Nanotechnology Initiative: Elements, Considerations and Activities (Nanotechnology Science and Technology)” Book Review: This book has been designed for various undergraduate or graduate students pursuing their academics in nanotechnology, physics, law or MBA students in the United States. This book explains the nanotechnology initiative in the nation. It explains USA’s initiatives in the year 2001-2013 which has been proved to bring lots of changes in the development of nanotechnology. It explains unique physical, chemical and biological properties of nanoscale substances. It also has details of funding which has been allotted to the projects and initiatives. It also explains the political side and the companies benefited by the programs of nanotechnology in the United states.
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5."Trace Elements and Nanoparticles (Nanotechnology Science and Technology)" by Igor A Khlusov
“Trace Elements and Nanoparticles (Nanotechnology Science and Technology)” Book Review: This book has been designed for various undergraduate or graduate students pursuing their academics in nanotechnology, physics. This book can also be used by medicine researchers. This book can also be used by researchers, PhDs and teachers who are under this subject. This book discusses the developments or procedures being made to develop a method for tracing elements in voltammeter control. It emphasises on biological substances for targeted cancer diagnostics. This book also explains the various procedures used for finding the role of trace elements imbalance in oncological patients. Human tumour cell lines as a base of elaboration of approaches to cancer targeted diagnostics and therapy are also explained in this book. All the medical developments which are developed using the nanoparticles are explained in this book. It also has various case studies from the recent past.
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6."Nanotube Superfiber Materials: Changing Engineering Design (Micro and Nano Technologies)" by Mark Schulz and Vesselin Shanov
“Nanotube Superfiber Materials: Changing Engineering Design (Micro and Nano Technologies)” Book Review: This book has been designed for various undergraduate or graduate students pursuing their academics in nanotechnology, physics. This book can also be used by medicine researchers. This book basically explains macroscale materials with unique properties constructed from carbon nanotubes. It explains key properties of superfiber material such as high flexibility and fatigue resistance, high energy absorption, etc. This book has been divided into 3 major parts. Part 1 explains processing. Part 2 explains properties of these materials. The final part explains applications of these methods. This book also discusses the processes for producing macro-scale materials from carbon nanotubes. It also describes the unique properties of these macro-scale materials. It explains everything from bioelectronics to carbon industrial machines.
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7."Elements of Friction Theory and Nanotribology" by Enrico Gnecco and Ernst Meyer
“Elements of Friction Theory and Nanotribology” Book Review: This book has been designed for various undergraduate or graduate students pursuing their academics in nanotechnology, physics. This book can also be used by medicine researchers. Present biologists can also use this book for further development. This book explains the recent research on nanotribology with classical theories of contact mechanics. This book also discusses atomic scale scratches, non-contact friction. Fishing of molecular nanowires as observed in the lab which have been included in this book in some chapters. Self-affine surfaces and nanomanipulation are explained later, broadly. Macroscopic and atomistic descriptions of friction are explained at the end of this book. It gives complex theories of friction at the end and displays various other references and keywords for further study.
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8."Fracture Nanomechanics" by Takayuki Kitamura and Hiroyuki Hirakata
“Fracture Nanomechanics” Book Review: This book has been designed for various undergraduate or graduate students pursuing their academics in nanotechnology, physics. M.Tech and medicine students can also use this book as a proper guide in study of fracture nanomechanics. This book starts with explaining the fundamentals and later on explains conventional fracture nanomechanics. It also explains the uses of optical devices, electronic devices and MEMS/NEMS. The book explains the properties of fracture behaviour of nano or atomic level elements. It explains about interface crack and mechanical instability criterion of atomic structures. Multiphysics characteristics of nanoelements are detailed at the end of this book.
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9."Shape Memory Microactuators (Microtechnology and MEMS)" by Manfred Kohl
“Shape Memory Microactuators (Microtechnology and MEMS)” Book Review: This book has been designed for various undergraduate or graduate students pursuing their academics in nanotechnology, physics. M.Tech and medicine students can also use this book as a proper guide in study of fracture nanomechanics. This book explains development of microvalves and linear actuators. Later, it explains 3-D models for handling complex SMA actuator geometries. Mechanical and thermal optimization criteria for designing the actuator are explained next. It teaches how to make optimum use of the shape memory effect. SMA microgrippers are explained at the end.
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10."Micro- and Nanoelectronics: Emerging Device Challenges and Solutions (Devices, Circuits, and Systems)" by Tomasz Brozek
“Micro- and Nanoelectronics: Emerging Device Challenges and Solutions (Devices, Circuits and Systems)” Book Review: This book has been designed for various undergraduate or graduate students pursuing their academics in nanotechnology, physics. Teachers teaching these concepts can also use this book. It starts with explaining fundamental science and material properties to novel ways of making nanodevices. It explains the current state of the art of micro- and nanoelectronics. This book explains emerging silicon devices for CMOS technologies. This book also explains the specifics of silicon compound devices and their unique properties. It also explains various options for post-CMOS nanoelectronics. Examples such as spintronic devices and nanoionic switches are detailed. Carbon nanotubes development is explained at the end of this book.
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3. Elementary Nanoscience
1."Isotope Low-Dimensional Structures: Elementary Excitations and Applications (SpringerBriefs in Physics)" by Vladimir G Plekhanov
“Isotope Low-Dimensional Structures: Elementary Excitations and Applications (SpringerBriefs in Physics)” Book Review: This book describes the properties and structure of elementary excitations in isotope low-dimensional structures. It provides the basic knowledge needed to understand the recent developments in the sub-disciplines of nanoscience isotopetronics, novel device concepts and materials for nanotechnology. It also contains newly developed scientific discipline isotope tronics. It also covers quantum physics.
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2."Binding and Scattering in Two-Dimensional Systems: Applications to Quantum Wires, Waveguides and Photonic Crystals (Lecture Notes in Physics Monographs)" by J Timothy Londergan and John P Carini
“Binding and Scattering in Two-Dimensional Systems: Applications to Quantum Wires, Waveguides and Photonic Crystals (Lecture Notes in Physics Monographs)” Book Review: The book contains enormous electronic properties of quantum in both theoretical and experimental in nanostructures. It also has reviewes of books, articles, spectrum topics, papers and conferences. It also covers properties of particle systems and quantum systems. It shows fields in two dimensional quasi (2-D) systems, providing introduction to the 2-D motion in 2-D systems and particular systems in physics.
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3."Single Molecule Chemistry and Physics: An Introduction (NanoScience and Technology)" by Chen Wang and Chunli Bai
“Single Molecule Chemistry and Physics: An Introduction (NanoScience and Technology)” Book Review: The book introduces recent advances on single-molecule studies in both intellectually and technologically. It contains techniques for studying single molecules, such as electron-tunneling methods, interaction-force measurement techniques and optical spectroscopy. Book for graduate students and those who wish to explore single molecules. It also elaborates on the technical details of all of the experimental methods that are vital in single molecule studies. The book also introduces the basic principles of the detection techniques here and focus on their experimental achievements in the area of single-molecule studies.
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4."Nanoscience Education, Workforce Training, and K-12 Resources (Perspectives in Nanotechnology Series)" by Judith Light Feather and Miquel F Aznar
“Nanoscience Education, Workforce Training, and K-12 Resources (Perspectives in Nanotechnology Series)” Book Review: Book explores the transdisciplinary nature of nanoscience and its social impact. It addresses workforce training and risk management. illustrating the historical perspective of the complexity of K–12 education communities. It defines nanotechnology and evaluates pertinent global and national landscapes, presenting examples of successful change within them. This book offers plans of action and links to sustainable (largely free) development tools to help K–12 students acquire the skills to understand and evaluate emerging technologies. It also analyzes the structure of national government programs and skill level recommendations for nano education from the national nanotechnology initiatives.
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5."Elementary Course On The Continuum Theory For Nematic Liquid Crystals, An (Series On Liquid Crystals)" by Luiz Roberto Evangelista and Giovanni Barbero
“Elementary Course On The Continuum Theory For Nematic Liquid Crystals, An (Series On Liquid Crystals)” Book Review: Book for graduate students as well as physicists and engineers. It covers topics in variational calculus, theory of elasticity, molecular models and surface properties of nematic materials. Basic topics included in the book are physics of nematic liquid crystals and continuum theory of liquid crystals. It also lists the techniques and methods of variational calculus. It also covers analysis of well-posed and ill-posed variational problems. A full chapter is devoted to this aspect of the theory of elasticity of nematic media.
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6."Strongly Correlated Fermions and Bosons in Low-Dimensional Disordered Systems (Nato Science Series II:)" by Igor V Lerner and Boris L Althsuler
“Strongly Correlated Fermions and Bosons in Low-Dimensional Disordered Systems (Nato Science Series II:)” Book Review: The book covers the physics of strongly correlated fermions and bosons in a disordered environment and confined geometries. It lists a new physical of atomic gases and a possible metal phenomena including Bose condensation insulator transition in two-dimensional high mobility electron structures. It also covers many-body correlations and quantum interference enhanced by disorder and fundamental research in condensed matter. The contents include fermi liquid, theory of low dimensional systems, carbon nanotubes and two dimensional electron gases in high mobility devices.
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7."Nanoscience and Nanotechnology: Fundamentals of Frontiers" by M S Ramachandra Rao and Shubra Singh
“Nanoscience and Nanotechnology: Fundamentals of Frontiers” Book Review: This book explains scientific foundations governing the functionality of nanostructures. It also covers the basics of application aspects of nano-structured systems. Book for courses offered by physics, materials science and nanoscience streams in various core departments. It lists scientific and technological advancements in nanoscience and nanotechnology.
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8."Principles of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology" by M A Shah and Tokeer Ahmad
“Principles of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology” Book Review: The book introduces the systematic development of materials and its long journey to nano dimensions. It explains how unique properties of nanomaterials have motivated researchers to develop simpler and inexpensive techniques to produce nanostructures of technologically important materials. It also covers top down approaches which rely on continuous breaking up of the bulk matter and bottom up approaches which build the nanostructures by its constituent units. It also introduces the invention and development of the characterization, measurement and manipulation of nanomaterials ie, atomic force microscopes to study the nanomaterials down to atomic scale. It further describes the significant impact on almost all industries and all areas of society.
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9."NANO: The Essentials: Understanding Nanoscience and Nanotechnology" by T Pradeep
“NANO: The Essentials: Understanding Nanoscience and Nanotechnology” Book Review: Book for students and teachers of the field nano science. The book introduces nano along with a brief review of various experimental tools used to understand nanoscale materials. The book also discusses selected nanomaterials, ranging from fullerenes and nanotubes to nanoshells. Also applications of nanoscience such as nanosensors and nanobiology are covered. The book concludes with an analysis of the societal implications of nanoscience and technology. It also has a complete history of nanoscience and technology as well as glossary of nano terms.
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4. Fundamentals and Applications of Nanotechnology
1."Nano: The Essentials Understanding Nanoscience and Nano" by T Pradeep
“Nano: The Essentials Understanding Nanoscience and Nano” Book Review: A plethora of important topics has been covered in the book. A number of them include chapters which deal with science and technology of materials on the atomic and molecular scale, normally 1 to 100 nanometers. Other basic concepts provided in multiple chapters of the book include topics like drug delivery and sensing low concentrations. This book mainly focuses on applications of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology derived from various fields like applied physics, materials science, interface and colloid science, device physics, supramolecular chemistry, self-replicating machines and robotics, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, and electrical engineering.
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2."Nanomaterials" by B Viswanathan
“Nanomaterials” Book Review: This book provides an overview of the topics of Nanotechnology which is vast and dynamic. Important topics provided in the book are historical introduction to Nano, brief review of various experimental tools used to understand nanoscale materials, discussion of selected nanomaterials, ranging from fullerenes and nanotubes to nanoshells. Advanced topics on the subject include application of nanoscience such as nanosensors and nanobiology as well as the societal implications of nanoscience and technology, particularly of relevance to developing countries. The author doesn’t assume any prior knowledge of students before starting this book. Anyone interested in the subject can go through the same.
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3."Introduction to Nanotechnology" by Charles P. Poole; Frank J. Owens
“Introduction to Nanotechnology” Book Review: This book is a self confessed introduction to nanotechnology. Also, the book contains important topics like synthesis and fabrication of nanostructures and nanomaterials, properties and applications of nanostructures and nanomaterials, particularly inorganic nanomaterials. This course is generally offered to students at the first to third graduate college year. It has also been revised from time-to-time to contain all the relevant changes on synthesis, characterization, properties, and applications of nanostructures and nanomaterials. Advanced topics covered in the book include an introduction to chemical processing and lithographic techniques, fabrication of 0-D, 1-D, and 2-D nanostructures, as well as special nanomaterials such as carbon nanotubes and ordered mesoporous oxides. It gives a broad and practical overview of the subject to the technical administrator and managers. It also provides the researchers who are working in different fields information on the developments in nanotechnology. | |
4."Nanotechnology: Fundamentals and Applications" by Manasi Karkare
“Nanotechnology: Fundamentals and Applications” Book Review: This book discusses the potential of nanotechnology which plays a vast role in every field of both science and daily life. The book is written keeping in mind to enhance the interest of the students of all branches of Engineering and incumbent researchers to provide an exposure to the fundamentals of the subject. Important topics covered in the book include chapters on fundamentals and applications, i.e. Nanotechnology, tools and techniques, nanomaterials, nanocomputers, nanocomposites, risks related with the use of nanotechnology and its relation with the environment. Advanced topics covered include applications of nanotechnology in textiles, solar power, electronics, space explorations and in communication. The book provides a basic concept of the fundamentals of nanotechnology. It deals with nanotechnology, tools and techniques, nanomaterials, nanocomputers. It also deals with the risks related with the use of nanotechnology and its relationship with the environment. The book also discusses the applications of nanotechnology such as textiles, solar power, electronics, etc. It also includes space exploration and communication. The book can also be used by researchers as a reference. | |
5."Fundamentals of Microfabrication: The Science of Miniaturization" by Marc J Madou
“Fundamentals of Microfabrication: The Science of Miniaturization” Book Review: This book on Nanotechnology contains a plethora of predominant topics such as recent developments in methods, materials, and applications in the field of microfabrication, science of miniaturization, its methods, and materials and fundamentals of lithography through bonding and packaging to quantum structures and molecular engineering. Other chapters include topics like discussions of topics including DNA arrays, microfluidics, micromolding techniques, and nanotechnology, bio-MEMs, RF-MEMs, high-temperature, and optical MEM. There are also problem sets provided in the book for every chapter.
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6."Nanotechnology in Drug Delivery: Fundamentals, Design, and Applications" by Saurabh Bhatia
“Nanotechnology in Drug Delivery: Fundamentals, Design, and Applications” Book Review: This book contains important topics like peptide and protein drug delivery systems with a special focus on their nanotechnology applications. This course is generally offered to graduate level students. It has also been revised from time-to-time to contain all the relevant changes on protein drug delivery systems have been updated thoroughly.
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7."Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology: Fundamentals and Practical Applications" by Costas Demetzos
“Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology: Fundamentals and Practical Applications” Book Review: This book provides enough coverage on fundamental aspects of nanotechnology, for the readers desiring to gain maximum knowledge after the completion of the book. Provided in the book are chapters like nanotechnological systems and functionality of living organisms, introducing new insights to their physicochemical, biophysical and thermodynamic behaviour etc. Other important chapters include physicochemical and thermodynamics aspects of nanosystems, application of nanotechnology in imaging, diagnostics and therapeutics and safety and nanotoxicity of nanosystems. Plethora of examples are included in every chapter of the book.
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8."Micro– and Nanophotonic Technologies (Applications of Nanotechnology)" by Patrick Meyrueis and Kazuaki Sakoda
“Micro– and Nanophotonic Technologies (Applications of Nanotechnology)” Book Review: This book is targeted for undergraduate level students and the concepts are explained in a simple and concise manner. The points are covered in a logical way, and there are a wide range of solved examples given in the book. It’s main focus lies on comprehensive text for enhancing the understanding of the students. Topics like telecommunications and display technologies; light conversion and energy generation; light-based fabrication of materials; and micro- and nanophotonic devices in metrology and control are dealt in this book. Diagrams provided in this book are clear and error free. There are standard and simple procedures used for deriving equations and it contains ample number of solved examples.
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9."Micromachining Using Electrochemical Discharge Phenomenon" by Rolf Wuthrich Professor and Jana D Abou Ziki
“Micromachining Using Electrochemical Discharge Phenomenon” Book Review: A plethora of important topics has been covered in the book. A number of them include chapters which deal with adoption of micromachining using electrochemical discharges (Micro-ECDM). Newer concepts on Micromachining Using Electrochemical Discharge Phenomenon are provided in multiple chapters of the book also including topics like Assisted Chemical Engraving (SACE) and Micro-ECDM/SACE. This book mainly focuses on machining strategies including the latest developments in micro-texturing of glass micro-channels and reports on developments in controlling and analysis aspects of machining. It is mainly targeted for engineers and industrial researchers involved in development, design and use of micromachining, chemical micro-drilling or chemical engraving techniques and equipment.
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10."Fundamentals and Applications of Microfluidics (Integrated Microsystems)" by Nam-Trung Nguyen and Steven T Wereley
“Fundamentals and Applications of Microfluidics (Integrated Microsystems)” Book Review: This book provides enough coverage, up to point solutions as well as sufficient exercises for the readers desiring to gain maximum knowledge after the completion of the book. In the second edition of the book it provides the topics on electrical and mechanical engineers with complete and current coverage of microfluidics which is an emerging field involving fluid flow and devices in microscale and nanoscale. Other important topics covered in the book include treatment of nanotechnology, electrokinetics and flow theory, fluid control devices, gas and fluid measurement devices, medical testing equipment, and implantable drug pumps. Plethora of examples are included in every chapter of the book. Professionals working in the field can benefit from the book.
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11."Photon Upconversion Nanomaterials (Nanostructure Science and Technology)" by Fan Zhang
“Photon Upconversion Nanomaterials (Nanostructure Science and Technology)” Book Review: This book introduces both fundamental studies and potential applications of upconversion nanomaterials. It includes the field of high-resolution in vitro bioanalysis and in vivo imaging. This book has the synthesis and characterization and focuses on applications ranging from materials science to biology. It also describes cutting-edge advances in upconversion nanophosphor (UCNP)-based applications in multiplexed encoding. It also covers the guest delivery and release systems, photodynamic therapy (PDT), solar cells, photocatalysis. The book also provides the major barriers that currently prevent UCNPs from being used in mainstream applications and are also presented in detail.
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12."Nanomaterials" by Jinsung Kim
“Nanomaterials” Book Review: This book deals with structures of a size of 100 nanometres or smaller and includes the creation of materials or devices of a size of 100 nanometres or smaller. This book also includes various topics such as atomic layer thermocouple materials, conductivity-type sensor, role of filler- matrix interaction and homogeneous nano agglomerates. This book will be useful for nanomaterials students, researchers and scientists.
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5. Nano Science and Technology
1."Quantum Dots" by Hawrylak and Wojs
“Quantum Dots” Book Review: This book gives the basic information on the man made artificial atoms, quantum dots. The book discusses the different methods of creating quantum dots. It also discusses the mechanism involved in carrier confinement. The book also discusses the fundamental properties of the quasi zero dimensional many-electron systems. The properties include single-particle energy quantization, generalized Kohn theorem, the effects due to electron-electron and spin-orbit interactions. It also includes the properties such as magic states and the composite fermion formation in high magnetic fields and the interaction of dots with visible and far-infrared light. Experiments such as capacitance, photoluminescence and far-infrared spectroscopies are carried out on quantum dots.
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2."Handbook of Nanostructured Materials and Nanotechnology" by Nalva
“Handbook of Nanostructured Materials and Nanotechnology” Book Review: This book discusses the nanostructured materials which are considered as the fastest growing fields. Nanostructured materials can be applied on aerospace, automotive, x-ray technology, batteries, sensors, etc. The ability of these materials to change some properties on the atomic level can be a great improvement to science and technology. This book can be used by those individuals who are involved in research and development in the field. The book also provides information on industrial findings and corporate support. This book is a five-volume set book summarizing the fundamentals of nano-science.
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3."Nano Technology" by D D Ojha | |
4."Nanotechnology: The Science of Small" by M A Shah and K A Shah
“Nanotechnology: The Science of Small” Book Review: This book is designed for undergraduate and graduate students in Nanotechnology or materials science. This book provides information about the sciences and technologies involved in nanotechnology. The book is written in an easy to understand language. It can also be used by active researchers as a reference. The book can be used by postgraduate students interested in Nanotechnology.
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5."Nano Materials" by A K Bandyopadhyay
“Nano Materials” Book Review: This book gives an idea about nano materials. The book is designed for students of undergraduates and postgraduates. It can also be used by scientists and technologists. The first chapter deals with quantum mechanics. The book gives information on how the different types of nano materials are made in two chapters. Three chapters in the book gives an idea about the most important magnetic, electronic and optical properties of nano materials. The book provides insights on the research work of nanoscience and technology. The final chapter provides information on novel techniques such as sol-gel, nano-optics, nano-magnetics and nano-electronics. The book is updated with some corrections/omissions.
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6."Advanced Dictionary Of Nano-Science and Nano Technology" by Rajeev Verma | |
7."Engines of Creation: The Coming Era of Nanotechnology" by Eric Drexler
“Engines of Creation: The Coming Era of Nanotechnology” Book Review: This book will discuss the new age of nanotechnology. The book gives an in-depth knowledge of nanotechnology. It also discusses the inexpensive control of the structure. Nanotechnology can also be applied in various fields such as medicine, economy, and environment. The book discusses use of nanotechnology for future use.
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8."Nanostructures and Thin Films for Multifunctional Applications: Technology, Properties and Devices (NanoScience and Technology)" by Ion Tiginyanu and Pavel Topala
“Nanostructures and Thin Films for Multifunctional Applications: Technology, Properties and Devices (NanoScience and Technology)” Book Review: This book has been designed for B.Tech / M.Tech students studying electrical or electronics or mechanical or nano engineering. Teachers can also use this book as reference. This book is focused on recent advances in the development of thin films for photovoltaic applications. It also explains bi-layers for applications with enhanced photo-catalytic properties. Later on, nanometer oxide and hydroxide films for anticorrosive coatings, surface passivation in chemical industries are explained. This book also deals with micro- and nanoelectronics, trilayers of metglas and lead free piezoelectrics for magnetic field sensors. This book explains current sensors, spintronics, microwave and read/write devices. Some elements related to abrasive flow machining (AFM) and construction of equipment are also explained in it.
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9."Nanostructured Materials: Processing, Properties and Potential Applications" by C C Koch
“Nanostructured Materials: Processing, Properties and Potential Applications” Book Review: This book discusses the field into the study of synthesis, characterization, and properties relevant to projects that involve bulk, and mainly inorganic materials. It includes various topics such as atomic clusters, layered (lamellar) films, filamentary structures and bulk nanostructured materials. This book will be beneficial for undergraduate students of material science.
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6. Carbon Nanotechnology
1."Nanoelectronics: Nanowires, Molecular Electronics, and Nanodevices" by Krzysztof Iniewski
“Nanoelectronics: Nanowires, Molecular Electronics, and Nanodevices” Book Review: The book addresses the state of the art in nanoelectronics, covering nanowires, molecular electronics, and nanodevices. It discusses cutting-edge techniques and emerging materials such as carbon nanotubes and quantum dots. The book offers a comprehensive survey of nanofabrication options for use in next-generation technologies. It covers Electrical properties of metallic nanowires, Electromigration defect nucleation in damascene copper interconnect lines, Carbon nanotube interconnects in CMOS integrated circuits, Printed organic electronics, One-dimensional nanostructure-enabled chemical sensing, Cross-section fabrication and analysis of nanoscale device structures and complex organic electronics. It also covers Microfabrication and applications of nanoparticle-doped conductive polymers, Single-electron conductivity in organic nanostructures for transistors and memories, Synthesis of molecular bioelectronic nanostructures. Also includes topics such as Nanostructured electrode materials for advanced Li-ion batteries, Quantum-dot devices based on carbon nanotubes, Carbon nanotubes as electromechanical actuators, Low-level nanoscale electrical measurements and ESD, Nano packaging.
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2."Carbon Nanotechnology: Recent Developments in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science and Device Applications" by Liming Dai PhD
“Carbon Nanotechnology: Recent Developments in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science and Device Applications” Book Review: The book aims to provide a timely coverage of the recent development in the field with updated reviews and remarks. It intends to be an exposition of cutting-edge research and development. It offers an in-depth analysis of various carbon nanotechnologies from both fundamental and practical perspectives. It provides a comprehensive treatment from materials chemistry and structure-property to practical applications. It contains a concise compilation of the practical applications of carbon nanotechnologies from polymer-carbon nanocomposites to sensors, electron emitters and molecular electronics. The book is intended for experienced scientists and engineers who are working on nanotechnologies. It will also be helpful for graduate and senior undergraduate students.
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3."Carbon: The Next Silicon?: Applications" by Marc Madou | |
4."Handbook of Polymer Nanocomposites. Processing, Performance and Application" by Kamal K. Kar and Jitendra K. Pandey | |
5."Physical Properties Of Carbon Nanotubes" by Mildred S. Dresselhaus and Riichiro Saito | |
6."Introduction to Nanoscale Science and Technology (Nanostructure Science and Technology)" by Massimiliano Ventra and James R. Heflin
“Introduction to Nanoscale Science and Technology (Nanostructure Science and Technology)” Book Review: This book explains the fundamental principles of nanoscale science and technology. The book is a good resource that allows students from any engineering background to quickly understand the foundations and exciting advances of the field. The book contains example problems with answers. It also contains a list of references in each chapter. Main chapters included are nanoscale fabrication and characterization, covers nanolithography, self-assembly, and scanning probe microscopy. Other chapters discussed are nanomaterials and nanostructures, Fullerenes, quantum dots, Nanolayer, nanowire, and nanoparticle composites of metals and semiconductors. The book is organized into seven sections. They cover nanoscale fabrication and characterization, cover nanolithography, self-assembly, and scanning probe microscopy. The book has an overview of nanobiotechnology that covers biomimetics, biomolecular motors and nano fluidics. The book serves as a good starting point for the study of nanoscale science and technology. Numerous problems with solutions are provided for students’ practice. This book is suitable for beginner students in engineering. | |
7."Photophysics of Carbon Nanotubes Interfaced with Organic and Inorganic Materials" by Igor A. Levitsky and William B. Euler
“Photophysics of Carbon Nanotubes Interfaced with Organic and Inorganic Materials” Book Review: The book describes physical, optical and spectroscopic properties of the emerging class of nanocomposites. It covers novel trends in photophysics related to the interaction of light with various carbon nanotube composites from relatively simple CNT/small molecule assemblies to complex hybrids such as CNT/Si and CNT/DNA nanostructures in detail. The experimental results are followed with detailed discussion and scientific and technological perspective. It covers topics like Light harvesting, energy conversion, photoinduced charge separation and transport in CNT based nanohybrids. It also covers CNT/polymer composites exhibiting photoactuation and Optical spectroscopy and structure of CNT/DNA complexes. It is intended for professionals working with carbon nanotubes.
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8."Nanotechnology: An Introduction (Micro and Nano Technologies)" by Jeremy Ramsden
“Nanotechnology: An Introduction (Micro and Nano Technologies)” Book Review: The book provides an overview of the rapidly growing and developing field of nanotechnology. It focuses on key essentials and is structured around a robust anatomy of the subject. The book brings together the principles, theory and practice of nanotechnology. It gives a broad yet authoritative introduction to the possibilities and limitations of the field. Each chapter summarizes and discusses the overview of the concept. It discusses design and manufacture and applications and their impact in a wide range of nanotechnology areas. It is intended for businesses and potential investors in the technology.
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9."Characterization of Carbon Nanotube Based Composites under Consideration of Defects (Advanced Structured Materials)" by Moones Rahmandoust and Majid R. Ayatollahi
“Characterization of Carbon Nanotube Based Composites under Consideration of Defects (Advanced Structured Materials)” Book Review : The book presents the characterization methods involved with carbon nanotubes and carbon nanotube-based composites. It gives a detailed look at the computational mechanics methods like the finite element method. It gives special emphasis on studies that consider the extent to which imperfections in the structure of the nanomaterials affect their mechanical properties. It covers defects like random distribution of fibers in the composite structure, atom vacancies, perturbation and doping in the structure of individual carbon nanotubes.
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10."Understanding Carbon Nanotubes: From Basics to Applications (Lecture Notes in Physics)" by Jean-Paul Salvetat and Pascale Launois-Bernede
“Understanding Carbon Nanotubes: From Basics to Applications (Lecture Notes in Physics)” Book Review: The book presents the foundations of carbon nanotube science including the most recent developments and the prospects for technological applications. Each chapter begins with a tutorial introduction to relevant interdisciplinary topics from physics, chemistry or materials science. It summaries the essential background knowledge followed by detailed presentations of specific issues. It also includes polymorphism of carbon and the microstructure of its phases; synthesis methods and growth mechanisms. It also covers structural analysis by electron microscopy, spectroscopic methods, electronic structure, transport, mechanical and surface properties of nanotubes and composites. It is intended for students as well as experienced researchers.
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11."Aligned Carbon Nanotubes: Physics, Concepts, Fabrication and Devices (NanoScience and Technology)" by Yucheng Lan and Zhifeng Ren
“Aligned Carbon Nanotubes: Physics, Concepts, Fabrication and Devices (NanoScience and Technology)” Book Review: This book explores physics and fabrication of carbon nanotubes. It also discusses their applications in optics, electronics, chemistry and biotechnology. It shows the applications of aligned carbon nanotubes in field emission, optical antennas, light transmission, solar cells, chemical devices, and bio-devices. Structural characterization of various carbon nanotubes has been done. Fabrication of vertically or parallel aligned carbon nanotubes on substrates or in composites and physical properties for their alignment have been explained. The book covers major fabrication methods such as the PECVD growth technique. Current limitations, challenges and prospects for future developments have also been addressed to.
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7. Industrial Nanotechnology
1."Nanotechnology For Dummies" by Earl Boysen and Nancy C Muir
“Nanotechnology For Dummies” Book Review: This book is written for anyone looking for elaborate information on nanotechnology. The book contains information about the background of nanotechnology and industries that are affected by this technology. Discussions about the issues involving nanotechnology in the areas of environment, medicine and defence are also included in this book. Real-world examples of nanotechnology like floor cleaners, flash memory drives, face lotion and computer processors are also included for better understanding.
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2."Metrology and Standardization for Nanotechnology: Protocols and Industrial Innovations (Applications of Nanotechnology)" by Elisabeth Mansfield and Debra L Kaiser
“Metrology and Standardization for Nanotechnology: Protocols and Industrial Innovations (Applications of Nanotechnology)” Book Review: This book is written for anyone looking for elaborate information on nanotechnology. An overview of the current status of nanotechnology is included in this book. The author introduces the field of nanometrology, nanomaterial standardization and nanomaterial innovation. Information about the major concepts in analytical measurements and risk management and the commercial impact of metrology and standardization for industrial innovations are also included in this book.
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3."Biological Interactions with Surface Charge in Biomaterials" by Halina Podbielska and Gustav Plesch
“Biological Interactions with Surface Charge in Biomaterials” Book Review: This book is written for academic and graduate students interested in producing a selective biological response at the surface of a given biomaterial. Information about the relevant technologies and their applications in therapeutic devices such as MRSA-resistant fabrics, cardiovascular and urological stents, orthopaedic implants, and grafts are included. This book is written as a contribution to the newly emerging discipline of ‘nanomedicine’. Case studies are also included for better understanding.
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4."Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAS)" by LinPing Wu
“Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAS)” Book Review: This book is written for beginners starting research related to PHA. A general overview of PHAs from the biosynthesis, fermentation, industrial production, extraction, purification and application is included in this book. Elaborate information is provided on topics like biosynthesis, industrial production, and medical application of PHAs. It also includes the literature data and recent research results on PHAs along with description of the present, challenge and future of PHAs.
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5."Multiscale Modeling of Particle Interactions: Applications in Biology and Nanotechnology" by Michael King and David Gee
“Multiscale Modeling of Particle Interactions: Applications in Biology and Nanotechnology” Book Review: This book is written for chemists, biologists and engineers looking for information about particle interactions. This book is divided into two parts. The first part covers applications in nanotechnology. It contains topics like multiscale modeling of rare events in self-assembled systems, continuum description of atomic sheets and modeling the interactions between compliant microcapsules and patterned surfaces. The second part provides elaborate information about stochastic approach to biochemical kinetics, large-scale simulation of blood flow in microvessels and many more.
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6."Economic Growth and the Nanotechnology Priority: The Challenge of Economic Crisis and Industrial Concentration" by James A Harris | |
7."Advanced Research on Nanotechnology for Civil Engineering Applications (Advances in Civil and Industrial Engineering)" by Anwar Khitab and Waqas Anwar
“Advanced Research on Nanotechnology for Civil Engineering Applications (Advances in Civil and Industrial Engineering)” Book Review: This book is written for professionals, engineers. It is also useful for students and researchers. This book provides information on new researches and theoretical concepts in the implementation of nanotechnology within the construction, geotechnical, and transportation engineering fields. The applications of nanomaterials are also included in this book. The author also addresses the potential health impacts of material usage on the environment.
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8."Nano- and Microfabrication for Industrial and Biomedical Applications (Micro and Nano Technologies)" by Regina Luttge Dr
“Nano- and Microfabrication for Industrial and Biomedical Applications (Micro and Nano Technologies)” Book Review: This book is written for engineers and those with a life science background, both in academic settings and commercial R&D. A history of miniaturization and micro- and nanofabrication along with surveys of industrial fields of application is included in this book. Topics like lithographic mould fabrication for soft-lithography, nanolithography techniques and corner lithography are elaborately explained in this book. Other topics like advances in nanosensing, and the developing field of advanced functional materials are also included.
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9."Industrial Applications of Carbon Nanotubes (Micro and Nano Technologies)" by Tao Chen and Huisheng Peng
“Industrial Applications of Carbon Nanotubes (Micro and Nano Technologies)” Book Review: This book is useful to professionals working in chemistry, physics, biology, and textile industry. This book contains information on the current applications of carbon nanotubes in various industry sectors like military, energy harvesting and storage. The author also addresses the opportunities and challenges for increased commercialization and manufacturing of carbon nanotubes in the years ahead. It also includes real-life case studies for better understanding.
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10."Design of Electromechanical Products: A Systems Approach" by Ali Jamnia
“Design of Electromechanical Products: A Systems Approach” Book Review: This book is written for professional engineers, designers, technical managers and people looking for information about electromechanical products. This book provides information about practical guidelines and the best practices for driving world-class design, development, and sustainability of electromechanical products. Topics like product design, manufacturability and service procedures are elaborately explained in this book.
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8. Green Nanotechnology, Energy Systems and Environment
1."Catalytic Materials for Energy, Green Processes and Nanotechnology: Volume 1217 (MRS Proceedings)" by Chung-Yuan Mou and Sheng Dai
“Catalytic Materials for Energy, Green Processes and Nanotechnology: Volume 1217 (MRS Proceedings)” Book Review: This book discusses the catalytic material used for energy, Green energy and nanotechnology. Topics included molecular transformations, structure of catalysts, interaction with reactant molecules and its properties. Other topics mentioned are heterogeneous catalysis, green processing, catalytic energy production and conversions, nano devices. Research on photocatalysis and Electrocatalysis is presented. This book is beneficial for civil engineering students working in the field of green energy.
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2."Nanoenergy: Nanotechnology Applied for Energy Production (Green Energy and Technology)" by Flavio Leandro de Souza and Edson Roberto Leite
“Nano Energy: Nanotechnology Applied for Energy Production (Green Energy and Technology)” Book Review: This book explains how nanotechnology is used for energy production. Topics mentioned are solar energy conversion, surface properties, transfer and charge transfer, direct applications sensors and storage devices. Future directions and recent developments are discussed in this book on nanoscience in solar energy conversion and storage. This book is useful for material scientists and physicists.
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3."Green Processes for Nanotechnology" by Vladimir A Basiuk and Elena V Basiuk
“Green Processes for Nanotechnology” Book Review: This book describes the green techniques used in creation of different classes of nanomaterials. chapters mentioned are sustainable and very low temperature wet chemistry routes, green techniques for biomedical metallic materials, recent developments of metal nanoparticles catalysts. Other topics included are solvent free functionalization of carbon nanoparticles, nanoparticles synthesis by biogenic approach, biomimetic soft polymer Nanomaterials for efficient chemical processes. A total of 15 chapters are discussed in this book. Different scientists and researchers have contributed to writing chapters in this book. This book is suitable for civil engineering students studying in the field of green technology.
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4."Advances in Nanotechnology: Volume I: 1" by Andrew Green
“Advances in Nanotechnology: Volume I: 1” Book Review: This book mentions the advancement in the field of nanotechnology. Applications, usefulness and impact on humans is discussed in this book. Case studies are also mentioned for practical knowledge of students. Future trends and revolutions are also included in this book. Students studying advanced physics can refer to this book.
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5."Green Architecture (GreenSource Books): Advanced Technolgies and Materials (Mcgraw-Hill's Greensource)" by Osman Attmann
“Green Architecture (GreenSource Books): Advanced Technologies and Materials (Mcgraw-Hill’s Greensource)” Book Review: This book includes the modern technologies and materials used in green architecture. Main chapters included are history of green architecture, green building rating system, LEED, BREAM and green insulation. Other topics included are HVAC, water and waste management, passive solar designs methods. Over 100 case studies are also included in this book. Colourful images and figures are provided to explain the topics easily. This book is suitable for Architects and constructors opting for green architecture.
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6."Green Chemistry for Environmental Remediation" by Rashmi Sanghi and Vandana Singh
“Green Chemistry for Environmental Remediation” Book Review: This book describes the main aspects of green chemistry for environmental remediation. Topics included are environment and the role of chemistry, the greening of the chemical industry, green chemical processing in the teaching laboratory. Other chapters mentioned are ensuring sustainability through microscale chemistry, ultrasound cavitation, microwave enhanced methods. All the methods and techniques are discussed in a detailed manner with proper illustrations. Conclusions and references are added at the end of every chapter for quick review and further reading purposes. This book is suitable for environmental engineering students.
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7."Sustainable Preparation of Metal Nanoparticles: Methods and Applications (Green Chemistry Series)" by Saim Ozkar and Kattesh V Katti
“Sustainable Preparation of Metal Nanoparticles: Methods and Applications (Green Chemistry Series)” Book Review: This book describes applications and methods for sustainable preparation of metal nanoparticles. Topics included are Nanomaterials and energy applications of metal nanoparticles, environmental importance. future trends and latest topics on nanomaterials are discussed in this book. This book is suitable for applied physics and geochemistry students.
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8."Applications of Nanotechnology in Renewable Energy Systems" by Ahmed Manzar and Amin Uzma
“Applications of Nanotechnology in Renewable Energy Systems” Book Review: This book mentions the applications of nanotechnology in the field of renewable energy system. Topics mentioned are emerging technology, practical impact of nanotechnology and history of nanotechnology along with its applications. Latest technologies and applications are discussed along with practical illustrations. Review questions are added at the end of each unit for student’s practice. Detailed explanations are provided of the derivations in each chapter. This book is beneficial for researchers and students in the field of nanotechnology.
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9."Nanoscale Applications for Information and Energy Systems (Nanostructure Science and Technology)" by Anatoli Korkin and David J Lockwood
“Nanoscale Applications for Information and Energy Systems (Nanostructure Science and Technology)” Book Review: This book includes the applications for nano scale information and energy systems. Topics included are fundamental Concepts and applications of nanotechnology, electronics, photonics and alternate solar energy. Other topics included are system design, integration, performance requirement and material chemistry. Various images and figures are provided to explain the text easily. 3 major technological areas discussed are electronics, photonics and solar energy along with its applications. This book is beneficial for students studying in the field of nanotechnology.
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10."Advances in Nanotechnology and the Environment" by Juyoung Kim
“Advances in Nanotechnology and the Environment” Book Review: This book covers recent developments in nanotechnology. Chapters included are amphiphilic organic nanoparticles as nano absorbent for pollutants, use of amphiphilic Cross-linked polymer, Adsorption and concentration of organic contaminants. Other chapters mentioned nanoparticles for fuel cell applications, efficient removal of organic pollutants, metal ions using amphiphilic polymer nanoparticles. Different scientists and researchers have contributed to writing chapters in this book. Data tables and figures are provided to explain the topics easily. This book is suitable for students studying in the field of nanotechnology.
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11."Nanotechnology and the Environment" by Kathleen Sellers and Christopher Mackay
“Nanotechnology and the Environment” Book Review: This book discusses the properties of nanotechnology. Main chapters included are Nanoscale materials: definition and properties, Overview of manufacturing processes, developing environmental regulations pertinent to nanotechnology. Other chapters mentioned our environmental fate and transport, treatment of nanoparticles in wastewater, toxicology and risk assessment. Types and uses of nanoparticles discussed in well-defined tables. Images and figures are provided to explain the topics easily. This book is useful for students studying in the field of nanotechnology.
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12."Low-cost Nanomaterials (Green Energy and Technology)" by Jun Wang and Zhiqun Lin
“Low-cost Nanomaterials (Green Energy and Technology)” Book Review: This book summarizes the use of low-cost nanomaterials. It explains the development of low-cost and large scale processing. It also deals with the techniques for greener. This book contains more efficient energy. This book describes the applications. It explains solar cells, energy storage and fuel cells. It is helpful in understanding hydrogen generation and biofuels. This book Interests undergraduate/graduate students to researchers working on renewable energy.
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13."Nanomaterials for Sustainable Energy (NanoScience and Technology)" by Quan Li
“Nanomaterials for Sustainable Energy (NanoScience and Technology)” Book Review: This book summarizes mechanical, electrical, and optical properties of nanomaterials. It helps us understand energy saving, generation and harvest. It gives knowledge on conversion, storage, and transport processes. This book explains characterization and usage of 1D, 2D nanomaterials. It also describes hybrid architectures. It provides applications and relevant technologies. This book includes solar cells, thermoelectrics, piezoelectronics and solar water splitting. It also explains hydrogen production/storage and fuel cells. It also gives batteries and supercapacitors. It also deals with design and synthesis. It explains synthesis, assembly, and properties of nanomaterials. This book is helpful for students and researchers. It contains topics on physics, chemistry and biology. It also gives materials science and engineering.
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14."Electrospinning for High Performance Sensors (NanoScience and Technology)" by Antonella Macagnano and Emiliano Zampetti | |