Paper IV: Nanotechnology (Advance Paper II)

Paper Code: 
LSC 144 N
Credits: 
04
Contact Hours: 
60
12.00
Unit I: 
Background to Nanoscience:
 

Definition of Nano, Scientific revolution-

Atomic Structure and atomic size, emergence and challenges of nanoscience and nanotechnology, carbon age-new form of carbon (CNT to Graphene), influence of nano over micro/macro, size effects and crystals, large surface to volume ration, surface effects on the properties.Nanotoxicology: Problems due to nanomaterials

 

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Unit II: 
Types of nanostructure and properties of nanomaterials:
One dimensional, two dimensional and three dimensional nano-structured materials, Quantum Dots shell structures, metal oxides, semiconductors, composites, mechanical-physical-chemical properties

 

12.00
Unit III: 
Synthesis of bulk nanostructured materials
Gel processing-bulk and nano composite materials -Grinding -high energy ball milling–Injection moulding-extrusion-melt quenching and annealing. Self assembly-Self Assembled Monolayers (SAM) -Vapour Liquid Solid (VLS) approach-Chemical Vapour Deposition (CVD) -Langmuir-Blodgett (LB) films -Spin coating -Templated self assembly Electrochemical approaches: Thin films -Epitaxy -Lithography. Green synthesis

 

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Unit IV: 
Characterization:
X-ray diffraction, powder diffraction, lattice parameters, structure analyses, strain analyses, phase identification, particle size analyses using-Scherer`s formula. Surface Imaging: Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) –Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope (FESEM)-Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM), Scanning Tunneling Microscopy (STM)–Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM). Spectroscopic techniques: Infra red spectroscopy (IR)–Rotational & Vibrational-UV- visible-Raman Spectroscopy- Photoluminescence (PL)–Cathode luminescence

 

12.00
Unit V: 
Application of Nanotechnology:
Nanotechnology for Drug delivery and waste reduction and improved energy efficiency, nanotechnology based water treatment strategies. Nanoporous polymers and their applications in water purification. Use of nanoparticles for environmental remediation and water treatment. Case studies and Regulatory needs

 

ESSENTIAL READINGS: 
  • Niemeyer, Christof M., and Chad A. Mirkin, eds. Nanobiotechnology: concepts, applications and perspectives. Vol. 1. John Wiley & Sons, 2004.
  • Niemeyer CM, Mirkin CA, editors. Nanobiotechnology: concepts, applications and perspectives. John Wiley & Sons; 2004 Mar 12.
  • Varghese, Thomas, and K. M.Balakrishna. Nanotechnology: An Introduction to Synthesis, Properties and Applications of Nanomaterials. Atlantic Publishers & Distributors, 2012.
  • Chakravarthi, P. Vikrama, and Sri N. Balaji. "Applications of nanotechnology in veterinary medicine." Veterinary World 3.10 (2010).
  • Jhaveri, H. M., and P. R. Balaji. "Nanotechnology: The future of dentistry." Journal of Indian Prosthodontic Society 5.1 (2005).
  • Hornyak, Gabor L., et al. Introduction to nanoscience and nanotechnology. CRC press, 2008.
  • Banerjee, A. N., and K. K. Chattopadhyay. "Recent developments in the emerging field of crystalline p-type transparent conducting oxide thin films." Progress in Crystal Growth and Characterization of Materials 50, no. 1-3 (2005): 52-105.
  • Harris, William C. "Secrets of the Celtic Tiger: act two." Issues in Science and Technology 21.4 (2005): 23-27.
  • Faunce, T., Bruce, A. and Donohoo, A., 2014. Nanomaterial governance, planetary health, and the sustainocene transition. In Nanotechnology Environmental Health and Safety (pp. 365-394). William Andrew Publishing..

 

Academic Year: 
2020-2021
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