Front Cover; Synthesis of Inorganic Nanomaterials: Advances and Key Technologies; Copyright; Contents; Contributors; Chapter 1: Nanotechnology: The Science of the Invisible; 1.1. Concept of Nanotechnology; 1.2. History of Nanotechnology; 1.2.1. Eric Drexler; 1.2.2. Richard E. Smalley; 1.3. Classification of Nanomaterials; 1.3.1. Zero-Dimension Structures; 1.3.2. One-Dimensional Structures; 1.3.3. Two-Dimensional Structures; 1.4. Synthesis of Nanostructures; 1.5. Properties of Nanomaterials; 1.5.1. Optical Properties; 1.5.2. Magnetic Properties; 1.5.3. Electronic Properties
1.5.4. Mechanical Properties1.5.5. Catalytic Properties; 1.5.6. Nonlinear Optical Properties; 1.6. Characterization of Nanomaterials; 1.6.1. Optical Characterizations; 1.6.2. Morphological Characterizations; 1.6.3. Electrical Characterizations; 1.6.4. Magnetic Characterizations; 1.6.5. Antibacterial Properties; 1.6.6. In Vivo Characterizations; 1.7. Application of Nanomaterials; 1.8. The Future and Risks of Nanotechnology; 1.9. Conclusions; References; Chapter 2: An Overview of Metal Oxide Nanostructures; 2.1. Introduction; 2.2. Top-Down Fabrication; 2.3. Bottom-up Fabrication
2.3.1. Solution-Phase Fabrication2.3.1.1. Sol-Gel Deposition; 2.3.1.2. Electrochemical Deposition; 2.3.1.3. Hydrothermal-Solvothermal Synthesis; 2.3.1.4. Microemulsion; 2.3.1.5. Coprecipitation; 2.3.1.6. Microwave Synthesis; 2.3.1.7. Sonochemical Method; 2.3.2. Vapor-Phase Growth; 2.3.2.1. Pulsed Laser Deposition; 2.3.2.2. Sputtering; 2.3.2.3. Chemical Vapor Deposition; 2.3.3. Spray Pyrolysis; 2.4. Reinforcement of Nanomaterials by Porous Supports: Stöber Method; 2.5. General Applications of Metal Oxide Nanostructures; 2.5.1. Photovoltaic Application; 2.5.2. Lithium Ion Batteries
2.5.3. Catalysis2.5.4. Gas Sensing; 2.5.5. Biomedical Application; References; Chapter 3: Quantum Nanostructures (QDs): An Overview; 3.1. Introduction; 3.2. Classification of Nanostructures; 3.3. What Are Quantum Dots?; 3.4. Quantum Confined Electrons-The Excitons; 3.5. Special Properties of Quantum Dots; 3.5.1. Multiple Exciton Generation; 3.5.2. Photoluminescence; 3.5.3. Tunable Bandgap; 3.6. Fabrication/Synthesis of Quantum Nanostructures; 3.6.1. Top-Down Approaches; 3.6.1.1. Ball Milling; 3.6.1.2. Lithography; 3.6.2. Bottom-Up Approaches; 3.6.2.1. Physical Methods; Inert Gas Condensation
Synthesis of Inorganic Nanomaterials: Advances and Key Technologies discusses the latest advancements in the synthesis of various types of nanomaterials. The book's main objective is to provide a comprehensive review regarding the latest advances in synthesis protocols that includes up-to-date data records on the synthesis of all kinds of inorganic nanostructures using various physical and chemical methods. The synthesis of all important nanomaterials, such as carbon nanostructures, Core-shell Quantum dots, Metal and metal oxide nanostructures, Nanoferrites, polymer nanostructures, nanofibers, and smart nanomaterials are discussed, making this a one-stop reference resource on research accomplishments in this area. Leading researchers from industry, academia, government and private research institutions across the globe have contributed to the book. Academics, researchers, scientists, engineers and students working in the field of polymer nanocomposites will benefit from its solutions for material problems.