Commercialization of Nanotechnologies-A Case Study Approach (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2018)

This book covers diverse areas in which nanoscience and nanotechnology have led to significant technological advances and practical applications, with special emphasis on novel types of nanomaterials and their applicability into a new generation of nano- and micro-devices. Different nanomaterials are reviewed with a focus on several practical application areas and their commercial utilization. Production technologies of nanomaterials are presented as one of the challenges today. Sectors where nanotechnology has already significantly contributed are presented, along with specific nanotechnology solutions: energy related sectors, NEMS/MEMS, micro power generators, spintronics and healthcare. The basic properties and applications of nanostructured thermoelectric materials, ferroelectric and piezoelectric nanomaterials are reviewed. Examples of several developed thin-film thermogenerators are shown. A review of existing solutions and developing challenges are given regarding sustainable energy production, photovoltaics, solar cells, hydrogen economy and improved classes of batteries as contributions to green products and circular economy. Novel, highly promising areas in nanotechnology, are shown, such as voltage-driven nano-spintronics. Recent advances in friction characterisation at the nano level are described. Several proven nanomaterials have been reviewed pertaining to biomedicine. The use of nanomaterials in ophthalmology and cosmetic industry are reviewed, and the potential for silver nanoparticles and iron-based nanomaterials in biomedicine, also with recognised challenges and possible threats of non-controlled use of nanomaterials. This work is the result of joint efforts of different companies, academic, and research institutions participating in WIMB Tempus project, 543898-TEMPUS-1-2013-1-ES-TEMPUS-JPHES, "Development of Sustainable Interrelations between Education, Research and Innovation at WBC Universities in Nanotechnologies and Advanced Materials where Innovation Means Business", co-funded by the Tempus Programme of the European Union.

General

Imprint:	Springer International Publishing AG
Country of origin:	Switzerland
Release date:	September 2017
First published:	2018
Editors:	Dermot Brabazon • Eva Pellicer • Fatima Zivic • Jordi Sort • Maria Baro • Nenad Grujovic • Kwang-Leong Choy
Dimensions:	235 x 155mm (L x W)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	315
Edition:	1st ed. 2018
ISBN-13:	978-3-319-56978-9
Categories:	Books > Professional & Technical > Technology: general issues > Nanotechnology Books > Professional & Technical > Energy technology & engineering > General Books > Medicine > Nursing & ancillary services > Biomedical engineering > General Books > Business & Economics > Economics > International economics > International trade > General
LSN:	3-319-56978-3
Barcode:	9783319569789

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