Properties and Applications of Nanocomposite Membranes / Greg C. Clements, editor.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Clements, Greg C., editor.

Series:

Chemical engineering methods and technology.

Chemical Engineering Methods and Technology Series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Nanocomposites (Materials).

Physical Description:

1 online resource (208 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

New York : Nova Science Publishers, Inc., [2024]

Summary:

"This book contains six chapters that detail the properties and applications of nanocomposite membranes. Chapter One provides an overview of the nanocomposite membrane, preparation methods, and gas transport mechanisms. Then, properties and applications of nanocomposite membranes in gas separation are reviewed. Chapter Two focuses on the overview of fuel cell technology, especially proton-exchange membrane fuel cells. Chapter Three introduces nanocomposite polymer electrolyte membranes and their advantages for Li batteries application. Chapter Four covers the topic of nanocomposite membranes and their wide range of applications. In Chapter Five, the development of nanocomposite membranes as the latest developed generation of reverse osmosis and nanofiltration membranes for desalination and water purification applications is reviewed. Lastly, Chapter Six discusses how nanocomposites have been involved in the development of novel concepts with the great potential for plant disease management"-- Provided by publisher.

Contents:

Intro

Contents

Preface

Chapter 1

Properties and Applications of Nanocomposite Membranes for Gas Separation

Abstract

1. Introduction

2. Gas Transport Mechanisms in Nanocomposite Membranes

2.1. Maxwell's Model

2.2. Free Volume Increase Mechanism

2.3. Solubility Increase Mechanism

2.4. Nanogap Hypothesis

3. Nanocomposite Membrane Preparation Techniques

3.1. Solution Blending

3.2. In Situ Polymerization

3.3. Sol-gel

4. Properties of Nanocomposite Membranes

4.1. Thermal Characteristics

5. Morphological Properties

5.1. Mechanical Properties

6. Application

6.1. History

6.2. Hydrogen Separations

6.2.1. H2/CH4 Separations

6.2.2. H2/N2 Separations

6.3. Air Separations (O2/N2)

6.4. Carbon Dioxide Separations

6.4.1. CO2/CH4 Separations

6.4.2. CO2/N2 Separations

Conclusion

References

Chapter 2

Polymer Electrolyte Nanocomposite Membranes for Direct Methanol Fuel Cell Applications

Introduction

Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cell (PEMFC)

Principles of Polymer Electrolyte Membranes (PEM)

Nafion-based PEMs and Their Alternatives

Perfluorinated

Partially Fluorinated

Fully Hydrocarbon or Non-Fluorinated

Acid-base Blends

Others

Nanocomposite PEMs

Graphene Based Nanocomposite PEMs

Clay Based Nanocomposite PEMs

Nanosilica Based Nanocomposite PEMs

Carbon Nanotube Based Nanocomposite PEMs

Nanocomposite PEMs Based on the Other Nanofillers

Modification of Nanomaterials for Fabricating Nanocomposite

Chapter 3

Polymer Electrolyte Nanocomposite Membranes for Lithium-Ion Battery Applications

Lithium-Ion Batteries and Polymer Electrolyte Membranes

Solid Polymer Electrolyte (SPE)

Gel Polymer Electrolyte (GPE)

Composite Polymer Electrolyte (CPE).

Nanocomposite Polymer Electrolyte Membranes Based on Polyethylene Oxide (PEO)

Nanocomposite Polymer Electrolyte Membranes Based on Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF)

Nanocomposite Polymer Electrolyte Membranes Based on Other Polymers

Polyacrylonitrile (PAN)

Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC)

Poly Methyl Methacrylate (PMMA)

Poly Vinyl Alcohol (PVA)

Chapter 4

Nanocomposite Membranes: Characteristics and Utilizations

2. Membrane Preparation Methods

2.1. Conventional Nano-Composite

2.2. Thin Film Nano-Composite (TFN)

2.3. Thin Film Composite (TFC) with Nano-Composite Substrate

2.4. Surface Located Nano-Composite

3. Properties of Nano-Composite Membranes

3.1. Physiochemical Properties

3.1.1. Crystallinity

3.1.2. Pore Structure

3.2. Surface Properties (Hydrophilic-Hydrophobic Properties)

3.2.1. Particle Size

3.2.2. Permeability and Selectivity

3.2.3. Mechanical and Thermal Stability

4. Applications of Nanocomposite Membranes

4.1. Wastewater Treatment

4.2. Lithium Ion Battery separator

4.3. Fuel Cell

4.4. Solar Cell

4.5. Sensor and Electrodes

4.6. Supercapacitor

4.7. Biomedical

Chapter 5

The Application of New Thin Film Nanocomposite Membranes in Desalination and Water Purification

The Type of Water Desalination Membranes

Concepts of Thin Film Nanocomposite Membrane

Strategies for the Development of Thin Film Nanocomposite

Thin Film Nanocomposite Membrane Solid Nanoparticle/Polymer

Carbon Nanostructure/Polymer

Silica Nanoparticles/Polymer

Graphene Oxide/Polymer

Titanium Oxide (TiO2)/Polymer

Zeolite Nanoparticle/Polymer

Metal Nanoparticle/Polymer

Metal Organic Framework (MOF)/Polymer

TFN Membranes Synthesis

Conclusion.

References

Biographical Sketch

Chapter 6

Advances in Nanocomposites for the Potential Management of Plant Diseases

2. Nanoparticles in Plant Disease Control

3. Insecticidal

4. Bactericidal

5. Fungicidal

Index

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Notes:

Description based on print version record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Other Format:

Print version: Clements, Greg C. Properties and Applications of Nanocomposite Membranes

ISBN:

979-88-911-3279-5