Industrial Applications of Nanocrystals

Nanocrystals are one of the key elements in nanoscale devices, whose design and function can be tuned by tailoring the fundamental chemical and physical properties of the integrated nanoobjects. Nanocrystals exhibit interesting optical, electrical, and chemical properties that are not found in their bulk counterparts. Quantum-confinement effects mean that small changes in their size and shape can have significant effects on physical properties and spectroscopy of nanocrystals. Size and shape control have been a hot topic during the development of the field of nanocrystal synthesis. Current success in colloidal chemistry has produced a great variety of nanocrystals with controlled size and shape, which could be used as functional materials for numerous applications. Nanocrystalss are a major driver of technology and business in this century and hold the promise of high-performance materials and will significantly impact for all aspects of society. Likewise, nanocrystals are taking part in creating development and innovation in different manufacturing sectors. Despite their participation in modern development, there are some hindrances to a superior impact of Nanocrystals in manufacturing. The lack of information, the possibility of adverse impacts on the environment, human health, safety and sustainability, are still a challenge. This book addresess these challenges for the use of nanomaterials in major manufacturing sectors. The aim of this book is to deliver the recent advancements in a various industrial sector because of nanocrystals. It is an important reference source for materials scientists and engineers seeking to understand more about how nanocrystals are applied in a variety of industry sectors. Outlines the major properties and industrial applications onanocrystals for a variety of industry sectors Describes the major nanocrystals processing techniques Assesses the major challenges of manufacturing nanocrystals on an industrial scale