Search for dissertations about: "applications of Nanotechnology in products"

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  2. 1. Fabrication and Characterization of Zinc Oxide Nanostructures for Piezoelectric, Mechanical and Electrical Applications

    Author : Muhammad Yousuf Soomro; Magnus Willander; Omer Nur; Christian Falconi; Linköpings universitet; []
    Keywords : Nanotechnology; Zinc oxide; nanowires nanorods nanotubes; piezoelectric effect; nanogenerator; flexible substrate; p-type polymers; elastic modulus; LEDs; electrical characteristics;

    Abstract : Nanotechnology, the science of manipulating materials on an atomic or molecular scale is one of the fastest growing areas of research and technology. Nanotechnology has a vast range of applications in medicine, electronics, biomaterials and energy production. New developments in nanotechnology are growing all the time. READ MORE

  4. 2. Functionalization, Characterization and Applications of Oxidized Nanocellulose Derivatives

    Author : Chang-Qing Ruan; Lindh Jonas; Strømme Maria; Mathew Aji P; Uppsala universitet; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Nanocellulose; Periodate oxidation; Oxone oxidation; Adsorption; Palladium; Congo red dye; Cellulose nanofibers; Engineering Science with specialization in Nanotechnology and Functional Materials; Teknisk fysik med inriktning mot nanoteknologi och funktionella material;

    Abstract : Cellulose, a sustainable raw material derived from nature, can be used for various applications following its functionalization and oxidation. Nanocellulose, inheriting the properties of cellulose, can offer new properties due to nanoscale effects, in terms of high specific surface area and porosity. READ MORE

  5. 3. Surface reactivity, stability, and mobility of metal nanoparticles in aqueous solutions : Influence of natural organic matter and implications on particle dispersion preparation

    Author : Sulena Pradhan; Inger Odnevall Wallinder; Jonas Hedberg; Eva Blomberg; Emma Strömberg; Kerstin Forsberg; KTH; []
    Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; Nanoparticles; freshwater; di-hydroxybenzoic acid; humic acid; copper; aluminium; manganese; dissolution; agglomeration; stability; complexation; Kemi; Chemistry;

    Abstract : The growing development of nanotechnology has resulted in an increased use of nanoparticles (NPs) in various applications ranging from medicine, military, to daily consumer products. There is a concern that NPs can be dispersed into the environment in various ways, for example to air and water during manufacture, use, incineration or recycling of products and thus pose a risk to health and the environment. READ MORE

  6. 4. Detection of Biomolecules Using Volume-Amplified Magnetic Nanobeads

    Author : Teresa Zardán Gómez de la Torre; Maria Strømme; Peter Svedlindh; Mikkel Fougt Hansen; Uppsala universitet; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Magnetic biosensor; magnetic nanobeads; Brownian relaxation; padlock probe; rolling circle amplification; DNA detection; protein detection; Engineering Science with specialization in Nanotechnology and Functional Materials; Teknisk fysik med inriktning mot nanoteknologi och funktionella material;

    Abstract : This thesis describes a new approach to biomolecular analysis, called the volume-amplified magnetic nanobead detection assay (VAM-DNA). It is a sensitive, specific magnetic bioassay that offers a potential platform for the development of low-cost, easy-to-use diagnostic devices. READ MORE

  7. 5. Mid-infrared photonic devices for on-chip optical gas sensing

    Author : Floria Ottonello Briano; Kristinn B. Gylfason; Delphine Marris-Morini; KTH; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; mid-infrared; mid-IR; photonics; silicon photonics; gas sensing; optical sensing; optical gas sensing; spectroscopy; absorption; dispersion; carbon dioxide; CO2; CO2 sensing; trace gas; ethanol sensing; alcohol sensing; waveguide; photonic waveguide; ring resonator; nanowire; nanoheater; emitter; thermal source; bolometer; microbolometer; thermal detector; high frequency; 3 omega method; plasmonic; platinum; Kanthal; silicon-on-insulator; micro-electro-mechanical systems MEMS ; microfabrication; microsystems; microtechnology; nanotechnology; Optik och fotonik; Optics and Photonics; Electrical Engineering; Elektro- och systemteknik;

    Abstract : Gas detection is crucial in a wide range of fields and applications, such as safety and process control in the industry, atmospheric sciences, and breath diagnostics. Optical gas sensing offers some key advantages, compared to other sensing methods such as electrochemical and semiconductor sensing: high specificity, fast response, and minimal drift. READ MORE