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Next-Generation Nanomaterials for Sustainable Engineering / edited by Shrikaant Kulkarni.
Springer Nature - Springer Physics and Astronomy eBooks 2026 English International Available online
View online- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Kulkarni, Shrikaant.
- Series:
- Lecture Notes in Nanoscale Science and Technology, 2195-2167 ; 43
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Nanotechnology.
- Green chemistry.
- Condensed matter.
- Materials.
- Catalysis.
- Force and energy.
- Sustainability.
- Renewable energy sources.
- Green Chemistry.
- Two-dimensional Materials.
- Materials for Energy and Catalysis.
- Renewable Energy.
- Local Subjects:
- Nanotechnology.
- Green Chemistry.
- Two-dimensional Materials.
- Materials for Energy and Catalysis.
- Sustainability.
- Renewable Energy.
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource (430 pages)
- Edition:
- 1st ed. 2026.
- Place of Publication:
- Cham : Springer Nature Switzerland : Imprint: Springer, 2026.
- Summary:
- This book serves as a comprehensive resource on the transformative role of nanomaterials in advancing sustainable engineering practices. It bridges cutting-edge developments in nanotechnology with the urgent need for sustainable solutions, demonstrating how these innovative materials can address global challenges related to energy, the environment, and resource management. It aims to equip readers with a thorough understanding of the properties, applications, and implications of next-generation nanomaterials and describes how these materials can be utilized to develop more efficient, durable, and environmentally friendly technologies and solutions. Suitable for a diverse audience—including researchers, engineers, students, and industry professionals—the content provides both foundational knowledge and practical insights. The book includes detailed discussions on graphene, carbon nanotubes, nanocellulose, metal-organic frameworks, quantum dots, nanocomposites, and nanophotonic materials, with a focus on their unique properties and suitability for sustainable engineering applications. It also presents real-world case studies and applications illustrating how nanomaterials are revolutionizing energy storage, water purification, construction, electronics, and more. Insights into the role of nanomaterials in renewable energy technologies, environmental remediation, and material efficiency are covered. The book provides an overview of the environmental and health impacts of nanomaterials, potential risks, and mitigation strategies and discusses the challenges of scaling up production, ensuring quality control, and standardizing manufacturing processes. Reviews of regulatory frameworks and safe practices in nanomaterial manufacturing and an analysis of the economic benefits and challenges associated with integrating nanomaterials into mainstream engineering practices are included. Readers are also provided with a consideration of social acceptance, public perception, workforce development, and ethical issues related to the deployment of nanomaterials. Finally, the book explores emerging nanomaterials and novel innovations in nanotechnology and a discussion on interdisciplinary approaches and future visions for sustainable engineering with nanomaterials. Thus, this book is a complete and essential guide for understanding how nanotechnology can foster a more sustainable future. It combines theoretical foundations with practical applications and forward-looking insights, making it an invaluable resource for anyone involved in sustainable engineering and nanotechnology.
- Contents:
- 1 Scale Up Production of Nanomaterials
- 2 Mxenes: A Promising Avenue for Sustainable Nanotechnology
- 3 Graphene: Properties and Applications
- 4 Nanocellulose, Chitosan-Based Nanomaterials: A Renewable Resource
- 5 Exploring Quantum Dots for Photonics Devices
- 6 Nanocomposites: From Design to Multifunctionality in Modern Applications
- 7 Economic and Social Implications of Nanomaterials
- 8 Carbon Nanotubes: Strengthening the Future
- 9 Environmental Impacts and Safety of Nanomaterials
- 10 Life Cycle Assessment and Environmental Impact of Graphene and Carbon Nanotube Production
- 11 Circular Economy Strategies for Graphene and Carbon Nanotubes: Recycling, Reuse and End of Life Management
- 12 Picotechnology for Biological Sciences
- 13 Case Studies in Sustainable Engineering with Nanomaterials
- 14 Future Trends in Nanotechnology.
- Notes:
- Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.
- ISBN:
- 3-032-05719-1
- 9783032057198
- OCLC:
- 1570559937
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