Cluster Beam Deposition of Functional Nanomaterials and Devices

Cluster Beam Deposition of Functional Nanomaterials and Devices, Volume 15, provides up-to-date information on the CBD of novel nanomaterials and devices. The book offers an overview of gas phase synthesis in a range of nanoparticles, along with discussions on the development of several devices and applications. Applications include, but are not limited to catalysis, smart nanocomposites, nanoprobes, electronic devices, gas sensors and biosensors. This is an important reference source for materials scientists and engineers who want to learn more about this sustainable, innovative manufacturing technology.

Explores the use of CBD for the fabrication of functionalized nanomaterials and devicesShows how CBD is used for both sensing and biomedical applicationsDiscusses how this emerging technology is being commercialized for use on a large-scale

Section I: Cluster assembled systems for catalysis 1. Monometallic clusters 2. Alloy/Bimetallic clusters

Section II: Cluster assembled electronic, optical and magnetic devices 3. Electronic devices 4. Optical devices 5. Magnetic devices

Section III: Cluster assembled sensing devices (Gas sensors and Biosensors) 6. Percolating thin film based devices 7. Cluster decorated nanowires based devices

Section IV Cluster Assembled Systems for Cell Biology and Biomedical Applications 8. Cell biology 9. Antimicrobial nanostructured coatings

Section V: Scale up and Commercialization