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Platinum and Palladium Nanoparticles Prepared Using Sonochemical and Ultrasound Techniques

Preparing metal nanoparticles by ultrasound offers gains such as rapid reaction rate and small particle formation. Also studied here is how atmospheric gases affect the size distribution of platinum and palladium nanoparticles, prepared by the sonochemical reduction of H2PtCl6 or K2PdCl4 solutions.

5 Apr 2005

Carbon Nanotube Particulates in Electron Emitters

Researchers have made carbon nanotubes (single and multi-walled) using a gaseous carbon-containing feedstock, combined with a catalyst on a magnesia particulate support. With high conductivity at low loadings, these nanotubes will be used in a variety of electron emission devices.

30 Mar 2005

Solar Cells and Thermoelectrics - Techniques Used for Improvement and Potential Space Applications

Energy conversion efficiency rates of solar cells could be improved by the application of nanomaterials and nanotechnologies. On top of looking at materials systems and techniques for improving solar cells, this article considers space applications for solar cells and the use of thermoelectrics.

9 Mar 2005

Batteries, Capacitors and Supercapacitors - Methods Used for Improvement and Space Applications

Nanomaterials and nanotechnology techniques are being used to improve the power density of batteries. Such improvements using thin films, deposition and thermal spray processes, carbon aerogels, carbon nanotubes and spinel structures are considered here, with special focus on space applications.

9 Mar 2005

Carbon Nanotubes - Processing Methods and Potential Applications in Space

Due to their unique properties, carbon nanotubes can be used for many space industry applications, such as sensors, thermal control, spacecraft, electronics and biomedicine. Also looked at here are various processing technologies for carbon nanotubes, production problems and cost considerations.

9 Mar 2005

Nanostructured and Nanocrystalline Metals, Metal Matrix Composites and Ceramics - Space Applications

Metal and ceramic matrix composites hold extreme potential for advanced applications such as aerospace. Nanostructuring could further improve material properties. The benefits of nanostructuring are outlined, as are other potential applications and processing issues.

8 Mar 2005

Joint Project to Study Nanoparticulate Layer Technology for Improved Efficiency in Display Devices

Cambridge Display Technology (CDT) and ILFORD Imaging have combined forces for a project that will examine how using nanoparticulate layers, polymer light emitting diode (PLED) displays and nanopores, might help to improve the ‘optical efficiency’ of display devices. Posted 7 February 2005.

5 Mar 2005

What is Nanotechnology and What Can It Do?

This guide explains the basic principles of nanotechnology, looking at industrial applications, new and future products, the global market, as well as environmental potentials and concerns.

By Sarah Moore 5 May 2023

Research into the Formation of Nanoparticles in Liquids under Microgravity Conditions

Experiments performed under microgravity conditions let researchers find out more about the formation of nanoparticles in liquids. The article considers electrophoretic techniques, aerogel formation, sol gel, self-organization of biological molecules and thermal transportation in ferrofluids.

5 Mar 2005

Researchers Assess the Evolution of Quantum Dot Imaging and Reveal its Potential in Cancer Diagnosis

A mixed discipline research team from UCLA and Stanford University has released its findings on how using the nanocrystals known as quantum dots (qdots) in molecular medical imaging can help us better understand cell processes, thus improving cancer diagnosis and treatment. Posted 2 February 2005

4 Mar 2005

Latest Articles

Platinum and Palladium Nanoparticles Prepared Using Sonochemical and Ultrasound Techniques

Carbon Nanotube Particulates in Electron Emitters

Solar Cells and Thermoelectrics - Techniques Used for Improvement and Potential Space Applications

Batteries, Capacitors and Supercapacitors - Methods Used for Improvement and Space Applications

Carbon Nanotubes - Processing Methods and Potential Applications in Space

Nanostructured and Nanocrystalline Metals, Metal Matrix Composites and Ceramics - Space Applications

Joint Project to Study Nanoparticulate Layer Technology for Improved Efficiency in Display Devices

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Research into the Formation of Nanoparticles in Liquids under Microgravity Conditions

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