Wiley-VCH - Nanotechnologie

Nanoparticulate Drug Delivery Systems

Yeo, Yoon (ed.) — 20 May 2013 08:18:25 +0200

The use of nanoparticles to deliver drugs to specific cells has substantially increased. This guide offers a thorough, up-to-date reference on nanotechnologies for drug delivery, frankly discussing challenges and limitations with nanoparticulate drug delivery systems. After discussing strategies to further develop these systems, chapters focus on applications like nanoparticles for topical drug delivery and nanomedicine toxicology, along with new techniques and methodologies like NanoCrystal. This up-to-date book offers an invaluable reference to any pharmaceutical researcher interested in nanomedicine. [324 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Responsible Innovation

Owen, Richard / Bessant, John / Heintz, Maggy (eds.) — 13 May 2013 08:18:52 +0200

With societies facing a bewildering number of emerging technologies, there is increasingly a call for a more responsible approach to innovation from scholars, public figures, and the public at large. This book defines the idea of responsible innovation, addressing the issues, challenges, and solutions in a constructive way. It introduces key themes from the literature to redefine our relationship with innovation and technology, from identifying risks to managing unanticipated outcomes to exploring key questions of responsibility, accountability, and liability. Case studies and examples are used throughout. [306 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Responsible Innovation

Owen, Richard / Bessant, John / Heintz, Maggy (eds.) — 13 May 2013 08:18:51 +0200

Nanomaterials

Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG) (ed.) — 9 May 2013 08:17:13 +0200

This report contains overviews on the toxicological aspects of nanoparticles and a summary and conclusions of the discussions that took place during the meetings of the ad hoc working group Nanoparticles of the MAK Commission. [100 Seiten, Softcover]

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Graphene and Carbon Nanotubes

Malic, Ermin / Knorr, Andreas — 24 Apr 2013 08:17:29 +0200

Carbon nanomaterials are the new player in optoelectronic devices. This is the first introduction into the ultrafast nanoworld of graphene and CNT, including their microscopic tracks and unique optical fingerprints which are basis for any successful application. [XIV, 346 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Microwaves in Nanoparticle Synthesis

Horikoshi, Satoshi / Serpone, Nick (eds.) — 24 Apr 2013 08:17:17 +0200

Filling a gap in the literature, this timely publication is the first to comprehensively cover the emerging and rapidly growing field of the synthesis of nanoparticles using microwaves. Divided into the three parts of fundamentals, methods and applications, the handbook presents such hot topics as microwave theory, scale-up, microwave plasma synthesis, characterization and much more. With its excellent and experienced editor team, this book is of high interest to those working in industry due to the number of possible applications in semiconductors, electronics, catalysis, and sensors, to name but a few examples. [XII, 340 Seiten, Hardcover]

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One-Dimensional Superconductivity in Nanowires

Altomare, Fabio / Chang, Albert M. — 18 Apr 2013 08:17:19 +0200

Devoted to the topic of superconductivity in very narrow metallic wires, the goal of this book is to produce a relatively self-contained introduction to the theoretical, experimental and phenomenological aspects of the 1-dimensional superconducting nanowire system. [XIV, 258 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Reliability of MEMS

Tabata, Osamu / Tsuchiya, Toshiyuki (eds.) — 18 Apr 2013 08:17:17 +0200

Evaluation of Mechanical Properties of MEMS Materials and Their Standardization Elastoplastic Indentation Contact Mechanics of Homogeneous Materials and Coating-Substrate Systems Thin film Characterization Using the Bulge Test Uniaxial Tensile Test for MEMS Materials On-chip Testing of MEMS Reliability of a Capacitive Pressure Sensor Inertial Sensors High-Accuracy, High-Reliability MEMS Accelerometer Reliability of MEMS Variable Optical Attenuator Reliability of MEMS Variable Optical Attenuator (pages 239-266) Eco Scan MEMS Resonant Mirror [XX, 304 Seiten, Softcover]

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Micro Process Engineering

Kockmann, Norbert (ed.) — 18 Apr 2013 08:17:16 +0200

Process Engineering Methods and Microsystem Technology Momentum and Heat Transfer in Microsized Devices Transport Processes and Exchange Equipment Multiphase Flow, Evaporation, and Condensation at the Microscale Generation and Multiphase Flow of Emulsions in Microchannels Chemical Reactions in Continuous-flow Microstructured Reactors Design Process and Project Management Simulation and Analytical Modeling for Microreactor Design Integration of Sensors and Process-analytical Techniques Microfabrication in Metals and Polymers Silicon Microfabrication for Microfluidics Microfabrication in Ceramics and Glass Industrial Applications of Microchannel Process Technology in the United States Industrial Applications in Europe Industrial Production Plants in Japan and Future Developments Laboratory Applications of Microstructured Devices in Student Education [XXII, 507 Seiten, Softcover]

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CMOS-MEMS

Brand, Oliver / Fedder, Gary K. (eds.) — 18 Apr 2013 08:17:15 +0200

Fabrication Technology Material Characterization Monolithically Integrated Inertial Sensors CMOS?MEMS Acoustic Devices RF CMOS MEMS CMOS-based Pressure Sensors CMOS-based Chemical Sensors Biometric Capacitive CMOS Fingerprint Sensor Systems CMOS-based Biochemical Sensing Systems CMOS-based Thermal Sensors Circuit and System Integration [XII, 596 Seiten, Softcover]

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Enabling Technologies for MEMS and Nanodevices

18 Apr 2013 08:17:14 +0200

M3: the Third Dimension of Silicon Trends in MEMS Commercialization Capacitive Interfaces for MEMS Packaging of Advanced Micro- and Nanosystems High-frequency Integrated Microelectromechanical Resonators and Filters MEMS in Mass Storage Systems Scanning Micro- and Nanoprobes for Electrochemical Imaging Nanofluidic Modeling and Simulation Nanofluidics - Structures and Devices Carbon Nanotubes and Sensors CMOS-based DNA Sensor Arrays [XII, 427 Seiten, Softcover]

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Nanomaterials in Drug Delivery, Imaging, and Tissue Engineering

Tiwari / Tiwari, Atul — 20 Mar 2013 08:17:29 +0100

Nanoscopic therapeutic systems incorporate therapeutic agents, molecular targeting and diagnostic imaging capabilities and are emerging as the next generation of multifarious nanomedicine to improve the therapeutic outcome including chemo and translational therapy. This reference work is one of the first to cover Nanotheragnostics which is the new edge of nanomedicine combining both diagnostic and therapeutic elements at nano level. This large multidisciplinary reference work is has four main parts: Biocompatible Nanomaterials; Nanomedicine: Drug Gene and Cell Delivery; Multi-functional Nanocarrier: Diagnosis, Imaging and Treatment; Tissue Engineering/Regenerative Medicine. [576 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Nonequilibrium Statistical Physics

Röpke, Gerd — 14 Mar 2013 08:17:20 +0100

Eine in sich geschlossene, auch für Studenten und Doktoranden geeignete Darstellung des Themas; spricht auch Postdoktoranden in der Physik und verwandten Disziplinen an. Mit vielen Anwendungen, typischen Beispielen und durchgearbeiteten Aufgaben verschiedener Schwierigkeitsstufen. [XII, 376 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Nonequilibrium Statistical Physics

Röpke, Gerd — 14 Mar 2013 08:17:18 +0100

Atomic Structure Prediction of Nanostructures, Clusters and Surfaces

Ciobanu, Cristian V. / Wang, Cai-Zhuan / Ho, Kai-Ming — 14 Mar 2013 08:17:15 +0100

A comprehensive reference on the modeling side of nano systems which presents genetic algoriths and their application to atomic structure prediction. [X, 220 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Photocatalysis and Water Purification

Pichat, Pierre (ed.) — 14 Mar 2013 08:17:11 +0100

FUNDAMENTALS: ACTIVE SPECIES, MECHANISMS, REACTION PATHWAYS Identification and Roles of the Active Species Generated on Various Photocatalysts Photocatalytic Reaction Pathways - Effects of Molecular Structure, Catalyst, and Wavelength Catalytic Mechanisms and Reaction Pathways Drawn from Kinetic and Probe Molecules IMPROVING THE PHOTOCATALYTIC EFFICACY Design and Development of Active Titania and Related Photocatalysts Modified Photocatalysts Immobilisation of a Semiconductor Photocatalyst on Solid Supports: Methods, Materials and Applications Wastewater Treatment Using Highly Functional Immobilized TiO2 Thin Film Photocatalysts Sensitization of Titania Semiconductors: A Promising Strategy to Utilize Visible Light Photoelectrocatalysis for Water Purification EFFECTS OF PHOTOCATALYSIS ON NATURAL ORGANIC MATTER AND BACTERIA Photocatalysis of Natural organic Matter in Water: Characterization and Treatment Integration Waterborne E. coli Inactivation by TiO2 Photo-Assisted Processes: A Brief Overview MODELING. REACTORS. PILOT PLANTS Photocatalytic Treatment of Water: Irradiance Influences A Methodology for Modeling Slurry Photocatalytic Reactors for Degradation of an Organic Pollutant in Water Design and Optimization of Photocatalytic Water Purification Reactors Photocatalysis Soliar Pilot Plants. Commercially Available Reactors [XII, 400 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Nanomedicine for Drug Delivery and Therapeutics

Mishra, Ajay Kumar (ed.) — 13 Mar 2013 08:18:13 +0100

This book describes a broad area of nanomedicine which involves mainly applications, diseases, and diagnostics. The comprehensive coverage provides researchers, academics, and health specialists with a great tool, that includes techniques applicable to various uses. [536 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Spin-Crossover Materials

Halcrow, Malcolm A. (ed.) — 25 Feb 2013 08:18:49 +0100

The phenomenon of spin-crossover has a large impact on the physical properties of a solid material, including its colour, magnetic moment, and electrical resistance. Some materials also show a structural phase change during the transition. Several practical applications of spin-crossover materials have been demonstrated including display and memory devices, electrical and electroluminescent devices, and MRI contrast agents. Switchable liquid crystals, nanoparticles, and thin films of spin-crossover materials have also been achieved. Spin-Crossover Materials: Properties and Applications presents a comprehensivesurvey of recent developments in spin-crossover research, highlighting the multidisciplinary nature of this rapidly expanding field. Following an introductory chapter which describes the spin-crossover phenomenon and historical development of the field, the book goes on to cover a wide range of topics including * Spin-crossover in mononuclear, polynuclear and polymeric complexes * Structure: function relationships in molecular spin-crossover materials * Charge-transfer-induced spin-transitions * Reversible spin-pairing in crystalline organic radicals * Spin-state switching in solution * Spin-crossover compounds in multifunctional switchable materials and nanotechnology * Physical and theoretical methods for studying spin-crossover materials Spin-Crossover Materials: Properties and Applications is a valuable resource for academic researchers working in the field of spin-crossover materials and topics related to crystal engineering, solid state chemistry and physics, and molecular materials. Postgraduate students will also find this book useful as a comprehensive introduction to the field. [564 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Nonequilibrium Statistical Physics of Small Systems

Klages, Rainer / Just, Wolfram / Jarzynski, Christopher (eds.) — 21 Feb 2013 08:17:14 +0100

A summary of various fluctuation relations, experimental tests of these relations, and their applications, this book constitutes the first step towards a comprehensive picture of nonequilibrium phenomena at the mesoscopic scales. [XXII, 428 Seiten, Hardcover]

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System-level Modeling of MEMS

Bechtold, Tamara / Schrag, Gabriele / Feng, Lihong (eds.) — 7 Feb 2013 08:17:27 +0100

PHYSICAL AND MATHEMATICAL FUNDAMENTALS FOR COMPACT MODELING OF MEMS System-Level Modeling of MEMS by Lumped-Elements - Physical Background System-Level Modeling of MEMS by Means of Model Order Reduction - Mathematical Background Modal Reduction - Mathematical Background Issues in MEMS Macromodeling APPLICATIONS OF MODEL REDUCTION BASED SYSTEM LEVEL MODELING OF MEMS Application of Parametric Model Reduction for MEMS System-Level Simulation and Design Application of Nonlinear Model Order Reduction for MEMS System-Level Simulation Model Order Reduction for Circuit Level Simulation of RF MEMS Frequency Selective Devices A Reduced-Order Model for Electrically Actuated Microplates Combination of Analytical Models and Order Reduction Methods for System Level Modeling of Gyroscopes APPLICATIONS OF LUMPED ELEMENT BASED SYSTEM LEVEL MODELING OF MEMS System-level Modeling of Energy-Harvesting modules Intertial MEMS Design with Higher Order Sigma-Delta Control Circuits Macro-Modeling of Systems Including Free-Space Optical MEMS A System-Level Model for a Silicon Thermal Flow Sensor System-Level Modeling and Simulation of Force-Balance MEMS Accelerometers System-Level Simulation of a Micromachined Electrometer using a Time-Domain Variable Capacitor Circuit Model Modeling and System-Level Simulation of a CMOS Convective Accelerometer System-Level Modeling of MEMS Based on SABER Platforms VHDL Implementation of a communication interface for integrated MEMS Heterogenous (Optics, Fluidics) System-Level Design ENABLING TECHNIQUES FOR SYSTEM LEVEL MODELING OF MEMS Manufacturable and EDA Compatible MEMS Design via 3D Parametric libraries MEMS Related Design Optimizing of SiP Efficient Optimization of Transient Dynamic Problems in MEMS Modeling and Synthesis Tools for Analog Circuit Design [X, 496 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Materials Challenges in Alternative and Renewable Energy II

23 Jan 2013 08:17:37 +0100

Ceramic Transactions, Volume 239; Materials Challenges in Alternative and Renewable Energy II; George Wicks, Jack Simon, Ragaiy Zidan, Robin Brigmon, Gary Fischman, Sivaram Arepalli, Ann Norris, and Megan McCluer; Editors The overall efficiency, effectiveness and practicality of potential future energy source and systems are directly related to many materials-related factors. This volume contains 30 papers presented during the 2012 Materials Challenges in Alternative and Renewable Energy conference and provides the latest developments involving materials for alternative and renewable energy sources and systems including batteries and energy storage; hydrogen; solar; wind; geothermal; biomass; and nuclear. Papers on materials availability, the energy grid and nanocomposites are also included. This meeting was organized by The American Ceramic Society. ASM International, TMS, and SPE were co-organizing societies and the meeting was endorsed by MRS and SAMPE. [352 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Modeling and Prediction of Polymer Nanocomposite Properties

Mittal, Vikas (ed.) — 17 Jan 2013 08:17:35 +0100

1. Convergence of Modeling and Experimental Studies 2. Micro-mechanical Models for Property Prediction 3. Prediction of Properties by Composite Theories 4. Finite-Element Models for Barrier Properties of Composites 5. Elastic Properties of Composites Predicted by Finite-Element Methods 6. Factorial Designs for the Barrier and Mechanical Properties of Nanocomposites 7. Mixture Design Tools for the Property Prediction 8. Molecular Dynamics Studies of the Filler Surface and Understanding Organic-Inorganic Interface 9. Selfconsistent Field Models for Properties of Nanocomposites 10. Future Design of Nanocomposite Materials [XII, 308 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Ordered Mesoporous Materials

Zhao, Dongyuan / Wan, Ying / Zhou, Wuzong — 17 Jan 2013 08:17:30 +0100

PREFACE INTRODUCTION SYNTHESIS OF MESOPOROUS MATERIALS Hydrolysis and Condensation of Silicates Micellar Mesophases Synthesis Hydrothermal Synthesis Surfactant Removal Basic Synthesis Acidic Synthesis Non-Aqueous Synthesis Post Treatment Stability Pore-Size Control SYNTHESIS MECHANISM Synthesis Mechanism Synthetic Routes Mesophase Tailoring Hard-Templating Approach Acid-Base Pairs Route STRUCTURAL CHARACTERIZATION X-Ray Diffraction Electron Micrograghs Solid-State NMR Physical Adsorption MESOSTRUCTURES D Mesostructures MCM-41 SBA-15 Others The Mixture of hcp and ccp Mesophases SBA-2 SBA-12 Cubic Mesostructures MCM-48 SBA-1and SBA-6 SBA-16and FDU-1 FDU-2 FDU-5 FDU-12 Worm-like Mesostructures HMS and MSU KIT-1 TUD-1 Hierarchical Pore Structures Mesoporous Zeolites HYBRID MESOPOROUS SILICATES Al Doped Materials B doped Materials Transition Metal Doped Materials Ti V Ga Fe Mn Zr MORPHOLOGY CONTROL Morphology Control Spheres Fibers Thin Films and Membranes Single Crystals Monoliths NON-SILICATE MESOPOROUS MATERIALS Carbon Oxides Sulfides Other Compositions ORGANIC-INORGANIC MESOPOROUS MATERIALS Functionalization on Surface Functionalization on Pore Wall Further Reactivity APPLICATION Catalysis Biochemistry and Biomedicine Optics Electrics and Magnetics Mesoporous Materials Templated Nanomaterials Nanowires Nanostructures RECENT PROGRESSES AND OUTLOOK [XVIII, 526 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Nano and Cell Mechanics

Espinosa, Horacio D. / Bao, Gang — 14 Jan 2013 08:19:50 +0100

Highlights current trends in nano and cell mechanics with contributions from leading experts Nano and Cell Mechanics presents current trends in nano and cell mechanics in chapters contributed by distinguished and prominent investigators in the area of mechanics. It provides a review of mechanics applied to the broader fields of materials, electronic devices, energy and medicine. Nano and Cell Mechanics: * Is a comprehensive and detailed reference for the applied mechanics community, consisting of contributions from leaders in the field. * Presents current trends in the emerging areas of nano and cell mechanics. * Covers 'hot' topics of protein mechanics and hydrophobic surfaces. * Addresses the state-of art modelling and experimental characterization. Nano and Cell Mechanics is the primary point of reference for researchers and practising engineers and a text for advanced students. [506 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Nanomaterials in Catalysis

Serp, Philippe / Philippot, Karine (eds.) — 11 Jan 2013 08:17:35 +0100

Edited by rising stars in the community, in this indispensable reference the team of prominent expert authors provides authoritative first-hand information on the fundamental principles of nanomaterials, as well as their application in catalysis. [XX, 496 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Low Voltage Electron Microscopy

Bell, David / Erdman, Natasha — 7 Jan 2013 08:19:02 +0100

Part of the Wiley-Royal Microscopical Society Series, this book discusses the rapidly developing cutting-edge field of low-voltage microscopy, a field that has only recently emerged due to the rapid developments in the electron optics design and image processing. It serves as a guide for current and new microscopists and materials scientists who are active in the field of nanotechnology, and presents applications in nanotechnology and research of surface-related phenomena, allowing researches to observe materials as never before. [224 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Graphene

Rao, C. N. R. / Sood, Ajay K. (eds.) — 20 Dec 2012 08:17:18 +0100

Since its discovery in 2004, graphene has been a great sensation due to its unique structure and unusual properties, and it has only taken 6 years for a Noble Prize to be awarded for the field of graphene research. This monograph gives a well-balanced overview on all areas of scientific interest surrounding this fascinating nanocarbon. In one handy volume it offers comprehensive coverage of the topic, including chemical, materials science, nanoscience, physics, engineering, life science, and potential applications. Other graphene-like, inorganic layered materials are also discussed. Edited by two highly honored scientists, this is an invaluable companion for inorganic, organic, and physical chemists, materials scientists, and physicists. From the Contents: - Synthesis, Characterization, and Selected Properties of Graphene - Understanding Graphene via Raman Scattering - Physics of Quanta and Quantum Fields in Graphene - Graphene and Graphene-Oxide-Based Materials for - Electrochemical Energy Systems - Heterogeneous Catalysis by Metal Nanoparticles supported on Graphene - Graphenes in Supramolecular Gels and in Biological Systems and many more [XVIII, 420 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Conjugated Polyelectrolytes

Liu, Bin / Bazan, Guillermo C. (eds.) — 20 Dec 2012 08:17:15 +0100

Synthesis of Conjugated Polyelectrolytes Block Copolymers with Conjugated Polyelectrolyte Segments Polyacetylene Ionomers Aggregation Properties of Conjugated Polyelectrolytes Sensing via Quenching of Conjugated Polyelectrolyte Emission Detection via Energy Transfer Processes with Conjugated Polyelectrolytes Detection via Conformational Changes of Conjugated Polyelectrolytes Conjugated Polyelectrolyte Based Imaging and Monitoring of Protein Aggregation Electronic Properties of Conjugated Polyelectrolytes Optoelectronic Devices Containing Conjugated Polyelectrolytes Optical Processes in Thin Films [XX, 418 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Stretchable Electronics

Someya, Takao (ed.) — 20 Dec 2012 08:17:12 +0100

Preface PART I: Theory THEORY FOR STRETCHABLE INTERCONNECTS Introduction Mechanics of Stretchable Wavy Ribbons Mechanics of Popup Structure Mechanics of Interconnects in the Noncoplanar Mesh Design Concluding Remarks MECHANICS OF TWISTABLE ELECTRONICS Introduction Postbuckling Theory Postbuckling of Interconnect under Twist Symmetric Buckling Mode Antisymmetric Buckling Mode Discussion and Concluding Remarks PART II: Materials and Processes GRAPHENE FOR STRETCHABLE ELECTRONICS Introduction Production of Graphene Films Fabrication of Graphene Films on Substrates Applications in Flexible and Stretchable Electronics Concluding Remarks STRETCHABLE THIN-FILM ELECTRONICS Introduction Silicone Rubber as a Substrate Mechanical Architecture Stretchable Metallization Integrated Stretchable Thin-Film Devices Outlook STRETCHABLE PIEZOELECTRIC NANORIBBONS FOR BIOCOMPATIBLE ENERGY HARVESTING Energy Harvesting and Piezoelectric Materials PZT Nanofabrication and Interfacing with Stretchable Substrates Piezoelectric Characterization and Electrical Measurements Summary PART III: Circuit Boards MODELING OF PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARDS INSPIRED STRETCHABLE ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS Technology Development Considerations Modeling and Simulation MATERIALS FOR STRETCHABLE ELECTRONICS COMPLIANT WITH PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD FABRICATION Introduction Silicones Polyurethanes TECHNOLOGIES AND PROCESSES USED IN PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD FABRICATION FOR THE REALIZATION OF STRETCHABLE ELECTRONICS Lamination Technology Molding Technology RELIABILITY AND APPLICATION SCENARIOS OF STRETCHABLE ELECTRONICS REALIZED USING PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD TECHNOLOGIES Application Considerations Reliability Application Scenarios PART IV: Devices and Applications STRETCHABLE ELECTRONIC AND OPTOELECTRONIC DEVICES USING SINGLE-CRYSTAL INORGANIC SEMICONDUCTOR MATERIALS Introduction Stretchable Circuits Application of Stretchable Designs to Microscale Inorganic Light Emitting Diodes Biomedical Applications of Stretchable Electronics and Optoelectronics Stretchable Digital Imagers and Solar Modules Conclusions STRETCHABLE ORGANIC TRANSISTORS Introduction Perforated Organic Transistor Active Matrix for Large-Area, Stretchable Sensors Rubber-Like Stretchable Organic Transistor Active Matrix Using Elastic Conductors Rubber-Like Organic Transistor Active Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode Display Future Prospects POWER SUPPLY, GENERATION, AND STORAGE IN STRETCHABLE ELECTRONICS Introduction Radio Frequency Power Supplies Power Generation Power Storage Summary SOFT ACTUATORS Introduction Conducting Polymers Ionic Polymer Metal Composites (IPMCs) Nanocarbon Actuators Applications Conclusion ELASTOMER-BASED PRESSURE AND STRAIN SENSORS Introduction A Brief Elastomers Overview Important Sensor Characteristics Elastomeric Force Sensors Active Pressure/Strain Sensors Systems Applications Outlook CONFORMABLE ACTIVE DEVICES Introduction Printing Processes for Organic TFTs Sensing and Memory Devices Based on Piezoelectric Polymer Electronic Circuits Curved Conformal Devices by a Cut-and-Bend Approach Summary STRETCHABLE NEURAL INTERFACES Introduction Overview of MEAs Classes of SMEAs Common Limitations for All SMEAs Future Directions in Stretchable Neural Interfaces Conclusion BIO-BASED MATERIALS AS TEMPLATES FOR ELECTRONIC DEVICES Introduction Polysaccharide-Based Templates Protein-Based Templates DNA Templates Virus Templates: Tobacco Mosaic Virus and M13 Bacteriophage Summary ORGANIC INTEGRATED CIRCUITS FOR EMI MEASUREMENT Introduction Stretchable EMI Measurement Sheet Silicon CMOS LSI for EMI Detection Experimental Results and Discussion Conclusion [XXII, 462 Seiten, Hardcover]

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One-Dimensional Nanostructures

Zhai, Tianyou / Yao, Jiannian — 17 Dec 2012 08:18:29 +0100

This book consolidates a wealth of current and complex information regarding one-dimensional nanostructures into one volume for practicing chemists, physicists, materials scientists, and engineers in industry and academia. One-dimensional nanostructures are both on the forefront of fundamental materials research and becoming part of our daily lives. More than fifteen worldwide experts provide in-depth chapters on their specific areas, including photodetectors, gas sensors, biosensors, chemical sensors, field-emitters, lasers, lithium-ion batteries, supercapacitors, light emitting diodes (LED), photovoltaics, nanogenerators, thermoelectrics, piezoelectrics, and field-effect transistors. [576 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Nanoparticulate Materials

Lu, Kathy — 10 Dec 2012 08:21:39 +0100

Serving as the only systematic and comprehensive treatment on the topic of nanoparticle-based materials, this book covers synthesis, characterization, assembly, shaping and sintering of all types of nanoparticles including metals, ceramics, and semiconductors. A single-authored work, it is suitable as a graduate-level text in nanomaterials courses. [464 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Bioinspiration and Biomimicry in Chemistry

Swiegers, Gerhard (ed.) — 10 Dec 2012 08:19:45 +0100

This book reviews and summarizes the many and varied forms of bioinspiration and biomimicry that are found in chemistry, from the crude to the highly sophisticated, from the near-biological to the totally industrial and abiological. It critically evaluates our true understanding of biological processes and systems by considering our ability to replicate them in non-biological settings. Research chemists will find critical and holistic evaluation of chemical processes in nature. [508 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Semiconducting Polymer Composites

Yang, Xiaoniu (ed.) — 15 Nov 2012 08:17:36 +0100

1. Solubility, Miscibility, and the Impact on Solid-State Morphology 2. Nanoscale Morphological Characterization for Semiconductive Polymer Blends 3. Energy Level Alignment at Semiconductive Polymer Interfaces: Correlating Electronic Energy Levels and Electrical Conductivity 4. Energy and Charge Transfer 5. Percolation Theory and Its Application in Electrically Conducting Materials 6. Processing Technologies of Semiconducting Polymer Composite Thin Films for Photovoltaic Cell Applications 7. Thin-Film Transistors Based on Polythiophene/Insulating Polymer Composites with Enhanced Charge Transport 8. Semiconducting Organic Molecule/Polymer Composites for Thin-Film Transistors 9. Enhanced Electrical Conductivity of Polythiophene/Insulating Polymer Composite and Its Morphological Requirement 10. Intrinsically Conducting Polymers and Their Composites for Anticorrosion and Antistatic Applications 11. Conjugated?Insulating Block Copolymers: Synthesis, Morphology, and Electronic Properties 12. Fullerene/Conjugated Polymer Composite for the State-of-the-Art Polymer Solar Cells 13. Semiconducting Nanocrystal/Conjugated Polymer Composites for Applications in Hybrid Polymer Solar Cells 14. Conjugated Polymer Blends: Toward All-Polymer Solar Cells 15. Conjugated Polymer Composites and Copolymers for Light-Emitting Diodes and Laser 16. Semiconducting Polymer Composite Based Bipolar Transistors 17. Nanostructured Conducting Polymers for Sensor Development [XXII, 540 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Nanotechnologies

Lacaze, Pierre-Camille — 14 Nov 2012 08:18:03 +0100

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Self-Assembled Supramolecular Architectures

Garti, Nissim — 7 Nov 2012 08:17:29 +0100

Lyotropic liquid crystalline mesophases have been known for several decades, but no applications existed in industrial products. The properties of mesophases - specifically, they can be liquified and become organized, highly symmetrical structures - has recently opened the possibility to new advances in food science, cosmetic science, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and polymers. This is the first book to provide a comprehensive overview of fundamentals and recent developments in the area of self-assembled supramolecular architecture. It covers architectures for delivery of pharmaceutical and neutraceutical actives; solubilization of active agents; and nanoparticles for transmembrane transport and delivery. A must for physical, colloid and surface chemists, chemical engineers, and nanotechnologists. [392 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Biomedical Materials and Diagnostic Devices

Tiwari / Ramalingam, Murugan / Kobayashi, Hisashi / Turner, Anthony P. F. (eds.) — 1 Nov 2012 08:17:52 +0100

The functional materials with the most promising outlook have the ability to precisely adjust the biological phenomenon in a controlled mode. Engineering of advanced bio- materials has found striking applications in used for biomedical and diagnostic device applications, such as cell separation, stem-cell, drug delivery, hyperthermia, automated DNA extraction, gene targeting, resonance imaging, biosensors, tissue engineering and organ regeneration. [640 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Biomimetic Approaches for Biomaterials Development

Mano, Joao F. (ed.) — 25 Oct 2012 08:17:12 +0200

PART I. EXAMPLES OF NATURAL AND NATURE-INSPIRED MATERIALS Biomaterials from Marine-Origin Biopolymers Hydrogels from Protein Engineering Collagen-Based Biomaterials for Regenerative Medicine Silk-Based Biomaterials Elastin-Like Macromolecules Biomimetic Molecular Recognition Elements fro Chemical Sensing PART II. SURFACES ASPECTS Biology Lessons for Engineering Surfaces for Controlling Cell-Materials Adhesion Fibronectin Fibrillogenesis at the Cell-Material Interface Nanoscale Control of Cell Behavior on Biointerfaces Surfaces with Extreme Wettability Ranges for Biomedical Applications Bioinspired Reversible Adhesives for Dry and Wet Conditions Lessons from Sea Organisms to Produce New Biomedical Adhesives PART III. HARD AND MINERALIZED SYSTEMS Interfacial Forces and Interfaces in Hard Biomaterial Mechanics Nacre-Inspired Biomaterials Surfaces Inducing Biomineralization Bioactive Nanocomposites Containing Silicate Phases for Bone Replacement and Regeneration PART IV. SYSTEMS FOR THE DELIVERY OF BIOACTIVE AGENTS Biomimetic Nanostructured Apatitic Matrices for Drug Delivery Nanostructures and Nanostructured Networks for Smart Drug Delivery Progresses in Dendrimer-Based Nanocarriers PART V. LESSONS FROM NATURE IN REGENERATIVE MEDICINE Tissue-Analogs by the Assembly of Engineered Hydrogel Blocks Injectable In-Situ Forming Scaffolds for Tissue Engineering Designing Biomimetic Hydrogels for Regenerative Medicine Bioinspired 3D Environments for Cartilage Engineering Soft Constructs for Skin Tissue Engineering [XXXII, 574 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Organized Organic Ultrathin Films

Ariga, Katsuhiko (ed.) — 25 Oct 2012 08:17:07 +0200

INTRODUCTION Organic Ultrathin Films as our Neighbours SELF-ASSEMBLED MONOLAYER (SAM) Concept and Mechanism Preparation and Characterization Functions and Applications LANGUMUIR-BLODGETT (LB) FILM Concept and Mechanism Preparation and Characterization Functions and Applications LAYER-BY-LAYER (LBL) ASSEMBLY Concept and Mechanism Preparation and Characterization Functions and Applications OTHER THIN FILMS Bilayer Vesicle and Cast Film Self-Assembled Fibers, Tubes, and Ribbons Polymer Brush Layers Organic-Inorganic Hybrids Colloidal Layers Newly Appearing Techniques FUTURE PERSPECTIVES: CONTRIBUTIONS TO NANOTECHNOLOGY [XII, 214 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Atomic Force Microscopy

Haugstad, Greg — 17 Oct 2012 08:20:00 +0200

This book enlightens readers on the basic surface properties and distance-dependent intersurface forces one must understand to obtain even simple data from an atomic force microscope (AFM). The material becomes progressively more complex throughout the book, explaining details of calibration, physical origin of artifacts, and signal/noise limitations. Coverage spans imaging, materials property characterization, in-liquid interfacial analysis, tribology, and electromagnetic interactions. [488 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Superconductivity in Nanowires

Bezryadin, Alexey — 16 Oct 2012 08:17:20 +0200

Superconducting nanowires are promising for future electronics. Adressed at students and young researchers, this work tackles many fundamental questions, while also conveying the latest findings regarding fabrication, measurements, and theoretical analysis. [XXX, 252 Seiten, Softcover]

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Handbook of 3D Integration

Garrou, Philip / Bower, Christopher / Ramm, Peter (eds.) — 20 Sep 2012 08:17:28 +0200

Beiträge von Forschern und Strategen an Universitäten und aus der Industrie diskutieren hier die physikalischen Grenzen der klassischen 2D-Elektronik und beleuchten die Erfordernisse des Marktes sowie Ansatzpunkte für zukünftige Entwicklungen. [XXVI, 773 Seiten, Softcover]

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Von Geckos, Garn und Goldwasser

Gross, Michael — 13 Sep 2012 08:17:46 +0200

Die Wunderwelt der natürlichen Nanotechnologie Michael Groß entwirft in seinem Buch eine Art Landkarte der Nanowelt und führt den Leser so ein in diesen faszinierenden Mikrokosmos. In der Wunderwelt der natürlichen Nanotechnologie erscheinen Natur und Technik nicht als Gegensatz, sie gehen vielmehr ein neues, produktives Verhältnis zueinander ein: Die Natur ist das Vorbild, die Technologie ihre intelligente Anverwandlung und Transformation. Auf den Spuren des Geckos Begleitet wird der Leser bei seinen Entdeckungen von einem Gecko, der als Maskottchen dient und ihm nicht von der Seite weicht. Auch seiner Hilfe, vor allem aber natürlich der Erfahrung des Autors als Wissenschaftsjournalist und Forscher ist es zu verdanken, dass diese Expedition jederzeit ein spannendes und intelligentes Lesevergnügen ist. Der Blick in die Zukunft Neben bereits verfügbaren Anwendungen wie dem unverschmutzbaren Waschbecken präsentiert Groß auch Einblicke in die Labors der Nano-Forschung, schaut mit dem Leser in die Zukunft dessen, was mit Hilfe der Nanotechnologie in Medizin, Industrie und unserem Alltag möglich werden könnte. Eines tritt dabei deutlich zu Tage: Ihre Bedeutung wird zunehmen. Es gibt also gute Gründe, mit diesem Buch bereits heute einen Blick auf die Welt von morgen zu riskieren. [X, 302 Seiten, Hardcover]

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What is What in the Nanoworld

Borisenko, Victor E. / Ossicini, Stefano — 23 Aug 2012 08:18:16 +0200

Dieses Handbuch fasst in mehr als 2.200 präzise formulierten Einträgen Begriffe, Definitionen, Phänomene und Gesetzmäßigkeiten der Chemie, Physik, Materialwissenschaften und Technologie von Nanostrukturen auf einführendem Niveau zusammen. [XIV, 601 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Optical Imaging and Metrology

Osten, Wolfgang / Reingand, Nadya (eds.) — 23 Aug 2012 08:18:04 +0200

A comprehensive review of the state of the art and advances, future potential, and development trends of optical imaging and optical metrology. [XX, 482 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Hydrogel Micro and Nanoparticles

Lyon, L. Andrew / Serpe, Michael Joseph (eds.) — 23 Aug 2012 08:17:55 +0200

1. Thermally Sensitive Microgels: From Basic Science to Applications 2. Thermosensitive Core-Shell Microgels: Basic Concepts and Applications 3. Core-Shell Particles with a Temperature-Sensitive Shell 4. pH-Responsive Nanogels: Synthesis and Physical Properties 5. Poly(N-Vinylcaprolactam) Nano- and Microgels 6. Doubly Crosslinked Microgels 7. ATRP: A Versatile Tool Toward Uniformly Crosslinked Hydrogels with Controlled Architecture and Multifunctionality 8. Nanogel Engineering by Associating Polymers for Biomedical Applications 9. Microgels and Biological Interactions 10. Oscillating Microgels Driven by Chemical Reactions 11. Smart Microgel/Nanoparticle Hybrids with Tunable Optical Properties 12. Macroscopic Microgel Networks 13. Color-Tunable Poly (N-Isopropylacrylamide) Microgel-Based Etalons: Fabrication, Characterization, and Applications 14. Crystals of Microgel Particles 15. Dynamical Arrest and Crystallization in Dense Microgel Suspensions [XXIV, 406 Seiten, Hardcover]

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High-k Gate Dielectrics for CMOS Technology

He, Gang / Sun, Zhaoqi (eds.) — 23 Aug 2012 08:17:53 +0200

- Scaling and Limitation of Si-based CMOS - Issues in High-k Gate Dielectrics and Its Stack Interfaces - UV Engineering of High-k Thin Films - Atomic Layer Deposition Process of Hf-based high-k Gate Dielectric Film on Si Substrate - Structural and Electrical Characteristics of Alternative High-k Dielectrics for CMOS Applications - Hygroscopic Tolerance and Permittivity Enhancement of Lanthanum Oxide (La2O3 ) for High-k Gate Insulators - Characterization of High-k Dielectrics Internal Structure by X-Ray Spectroscopy and Reflectometry - Rare Earth Oxides as High-k Gate Dielectrics for Advance Device Architectures - The Interaction Challenges with Novel Materials in Developing High Performance and Low Leakage High-¿ /Metal Gate CMOS Tranistors - Interfacial Dipole Effects in High-k Gate Stacks - Metal Gate Electrode for Advanced CMOS Application - Metal-Gate/High-¿ CMOS Evolution from Si to Ge Platform - Theoretical Progress on GaAs Surface and GaAs/High-¿ Interface - III-V MOSFETs with ALD High-k Gate Dielectrics - High-k Dielectrics in Ferroelectric Gate Field Effect Transistor for Nonvolatile Memory Applications - Rare Earth Oxides as High-k Gate Dielectrics for Advance Device Architectures - The Interaction Challenges with Novel Materials in Developing High Performance and Low Leakage High-¿ /Metal Gate CMOS Transistors [XXXII, 558 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Nanomaterials

Singh, S. C. / Zeng, H.B. / Guo, Chunlei / Cai, Weiping (eds.) — 23 Aug 2012 08:17:46 +0200

Part A: APPLICATIONS OF LASERS IN NANOMATERIALS PROCESSING Introduction of Lasers, Materials and Architectures at the Nanoscale Laser-Material Interaction; Plasma Processing Synthesis of Nanoarchitectures by Laser Processing in Vacuum and Gas Phases Nanostructured Materials by Laser Vaporization Controlled Condensation (LVCC) Approach Synthesis of Carbon Nanostructured Materials by Pulsed Laser Ablation in Furnace Synthesis of Nanomaterials in Liquid Media Laser Pyrolysis Laser Induced Nanostructuring and Nanopatterning. PART B: LASERS IN THE CHARACTERIZATION OF NANOMATERIALS Raman Spectroscopy Light Dynamic Scattering (LDS); An Approach to Particle Size Determination in Solution Photoluminescence Spectroscopy :Exploration of nanomaterial optical properties and applications Laser Acoustic, Photo Acoustic, Thermal Cleansing and Laser Ultrasonic Characterization of Materials. Laser Spectroscopy at the Nanoscale Ultrafast Spectroscopy in Materials Characterization Non-linear Optical Characterization of Nanomaterials Electrical Characterizations of Thin Films and Nanostructured Materials with Laser Induced Thermal Pulses [XXXII, 778 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Integrated Biomaterials for Biomedical Technology

Ramalingam, Murugan / Tiwari / Ramakrishna, Seeram / Kobayashi, Hisatoshi (eds.) — 20 Aug 2012 08:18:15 +0200

This cutting edge book provides all the important aspects dealing with the basic science involved in materials in biomedical technology, especially structure and properties, techniques and technological innovations in material processing and characterizations, as well as the applications. The volume consists of 12 chapters written by acknowledged experts of the biomaterials field and covers a wide range of topics and applications. [440 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Fiber Lasers

Okhotnikov, Oleg G. (ed.) — 19 Jul 2012 08:17:30 +0200

Bringing in expertise from top world experts in the field, this is the most up-to-date and comprehensive survey of developments and applications in the field of fiber lasers. [XIV, 280 Seiten, Hardcover]

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Cobalt Oxides

Raveau, Bernard / Seikh, Motin — 19 Jul 2012 08:17:24 +0200

General Introduction PART I. CRYSTAL CHEMISTRY OF COBALT OXIDES Introduction Stoichiometric Perovskites LnCoO3 Stoichiometric Ln1-x Ax CoO3 Perovskites (A=Ca, Sr, Ba) Oxygen Deficient Perovskites: Order-Disorder Phenomena in the Distribution of Anionic Vacancies The Ordered Double Stoichiometric Perovskite LaBaCo2O6 Hexagonal Perovskite and Derivatives The RP-type Cobaltites: Intergrowths of Perovskite and Rock Salt Layers and Derivatives Cobaltites with a Triangular Lattice Some other Original Cobaltites CaCo2O4, Ba6Ln2Co4O15, RbCoO2, BaCoO2, Ln2BaCoO5, Ba2CoO4 PART II. ELECTRONIC AND MAGNETIC PROPERTIES OF STOICHIMETRIC PEROVSKITE COBALTITES Stoichiometric LnCoO3 Perovskites Stoichiometric SrCoO3: Ferromagnetism and Metallic Conductivity Stoichimetric Ln1-x Ax CoO3 Perovskites (A=Ca, Sr, Ba) Double Ordered Perovskite LaBaCo2O6 PART III. ELECTRONIC AND MAGNETIC PROPERTIES OF OXYGEN DEFICIENT PEROVSKITE COBALTITES Disordered Perovskites Ordered 112 LnBaCo2O5 Perovskites Stoichiometric LnBaCo2O5 Perovskites Ferromagnetism and Metallic Conductivity PART IV. ELECTRONIC AND MAGNETIC PROPERTIES OF RP PHASE TYPE COBALTITES Disordered RP Phase Perovskites Ordered RP Phase Perovskites Stoichiometric RP Phase Perovskites Ferromagnetism and Metallic Conductivity PART V. MAGNETIC AND TRANSPORT PROPERTIES OF COBALTITES WITH A TRIANGULAR LATTICE Spinels 114 LnBaCo4O7 Cobaltites NaxCoO2 Misfit Cobaltites Unidimensional Ca3Co2O6 [XII, 332 Seiten, Hardcover]

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