Course Details
Subject {L-T-P / C} : CR4201 : Nanoceramics { 3-0-0 / 3}
Subject Nature : Theory
Coordinator : Bibhuti Bhusan Nayak
Syllabus
| Module 1 : |
Introduction, History, nanoscience in nature, Surface energy, Physical Chemistry of Solid Surfaces. [5 hours]
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| Module 2 : |
Chemical Potential as a Function of Surface Curvature, Stabilization, DLVO theory. [5 hours] |
| Module 3 : |
Nucleation and growth, Colloidal and surface chemistry. [6 hours] |
| Module 4 : |
Different synthesis methods, Novel route for synthesis of porous nanomaterials. [6 hours] |
| Module 5 : |
Characterization techniques: XRD, TEM/FESEM, Particle size, BET, Properties of nanomaterials: Mechanical, Electrical, Magnetic and optical [10 hours] |
Course Objective
| 1 . |
To aware the importance of nano over micro ceramics/materials |
| 2 . |
To study different synthesis methods for preparing nanomaterials and its characterization |
| 3 . |
To understand the effect of nano on different properties and its applications. |
| 4 . |
The course modules are structured in such a way that it would immensely help students aspiring for higher studies |
Course Outcome
| 1 . |
To gain knowledge on the basic of nanomaterials. |
| 2 . |
Apply the theoretical knowledge imparted during the course to carry out synthesis and characterization of materials for independent research and developmental work. |
| 3 . |
To apply the knowledge of nanoscience in industry and research. |
| 4 . |
To use modern techniques, latest engineering tools and apply skills in industrial as well as research problems. |
Essential Reading
| 1 . |
G. Cao, Nanostructures and Nanomaterials: Synthesis, Properties and Applications, Imperial College Press , 20004 |
| 2 . |
A. S. Edelstein, R. C. Cammarata, Nanomaterials: synthesis, properties and applications, CRC Press , 1998 |
Supplementary Reading
| 1 . |
M. A. Ratner and D. Ratner, Nanotechnology: A Gentle Introduction to the Next Big Idea, Prentice Hall PTR , 2003 |
| 2 . |
M. Wilson, K. Kannangara, G. Smith and M. Simmons, Nanotechnology: Basic Science and Emerging Technologies, CRC Press , 2002 |
Journal and Conferences
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