Polymer Nanocomposites for Energy Applications

1. Auflage 2022
ISBN: 978-3-527-35048-3
Verlag: WILEY-VCH

Buch, Englisch, 272 Seiten, Format (B × H): 170 mm x 244 mm, Gewicht: 652 g

Polymer Nanocomposites for Energy Applications

Explore the science of polymer nanocomposites and their practical use in energy applications

In Polymer Nanocomposites for Energy Applications, a team of distinguished researchers delivers a comprehensive review of the synthesis and characterization of polymer nanocomposites, as well as their applications in the field of energy. Succinct and insightful, the book explores the storage of electrical, magnetic, and thermal energy and hydrogen. It also discusses energy generation by polymer-based solar cells. Finally, the authors present a life cycle analysis of polymer nanocomposites for energy applications and provide four real-world case studies where these materials have been successfully used.

Readers will also find: - Thorough introductions to the origins and synthesis of polymer materials

- In-depth discussions of the characterization of polymeric materials, including UV-visible spectroscopy

- Comprehensive explorations of a wide variety of polymer material applications, including in biotechnology and for soil remediation

- Fulsome presentations of polymer nanocomposites and their use in energy storage systems

Perfect for materials and engineering scientists and polymer chemists, Polymer Nanocomposites for Energy Applications will also earn a place in the libraries of professionals working in the chemical industry.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Thangadurai, T. Daniel

Nandhakumar, Manjubaashini

Thomas, Sabu

Nzihou, Ange

Fachgebiete

• Technische Wissenschaften Energietechnik | Elektrotechnik Energieumwandlung, Energiespeicherung
• Naturwissenschaften Chemie Physikalische Chemie Elektrochemie, Magnetochemie
• Technische Wissenschaften Maschinenbau | Werkstoffkunde Technische Mechanik | Werkstoffkunde Materialwissenschaft: Verbundwerkstoffe
• Technische Wissenschaften Maschinenbau | Werkstoffkunde Technische Mechanik | Werkstoffkunde Materialwissenschaft: Polymerwerkstoffe

Inhaltsverzeichnis

ORIGIN OF POLYMER MATERIALS
History of Polymers
Types of Polymers
Properties of Polymers
Physicochemical Properties of Polymers
 
SYNTHESIS OF POLYMERS
Features of the Polymerization Reactions
Chain Polymerization
Ring-Opening Polymerization
Polycondensation
Polyaddition
Step-Growth Polymerization
Dendrimers
Anionic Polymerization
Cationic Polymerization
Controlled Radical Polymerization
Atom Transfer Radical Polymerization (ATRP)
Reversible Addition Fragmentation Chain Transfer (RAFT)
Supramolecular Polymerization
Bulk Polymerization
Solution Polymerization
Suspension Polymerization
Methods for the Synthesis of Functional Polymers
Polymer Nanoparticles
Synthesis Techniques of Polymer Nanoparticles
 
CHARACTERIZATION OF POLYMERIC MATERIALS
Introduction
UV-Visible Spectroscopy
Elemental Analysis
Infrared Spectroscopy
Qualitative Analysis of Polymers
Spectra Analysis for Polyethylene and Polystyrene
Determination of Molecular Weights and Thermodynamic Properties
Differential Scanning Colorimetry (DSC) Analysis
Thermogravimetric Assays (TGA)
Gel Permeation Chromatography (GPC)
High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
Size Exclusion Chromatography (SEC)
Raman Spectroscopy
Mechanical Testing and Rheometry
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy
X-ray Diffraction
Molar Mass and Molar-Mass Distribution
Osmometry
Mass Spectrometry
Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)
Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM)
Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM)
Optical Microscopy (OM)
 
DIVERSE APPLICATIONS OF POLYMER MATERIALS
Board Area of Polymer Applications
Polymers in Biotechnology
Polymer Dielectrics for Electronics
Smart and Self-Healing Coatings
Polymeric Biocides and Herbicides
Polymers for Soil Remediation
Benefits of Polymers in Fabric and Home-Care Formulations
Polymeric Materials for Photonics
Polymers for Electrophotography
Polymers in Energy Applications
Polymers in Construction Applications
Polymers in Automobile Applications
 
INTRODUCTION TO NANOMATERIALS
Nanotechnology
Nanomaterials
Types of Nanomaterials
Synthesis of Nanoparticles
Applications of Nanotechnology
 
INTRODUCTION TO POLYMER NANOCOMPOSITES
Class of Nanocomposites
Different Types of Nanocomposites
Synthesizes Methods of Nanocomposite
Characterization Techniques for Nanomaterials
Applications of Nanocomposite Materials
 
POLYMER NANOCOMPOSITES IN ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM
Introduction
Batteries
Thermal
Mechanical Storage
Hydrogen
Pumped Hydropower
Flywheels
Role of Polymer Nanocomposites in Energy Storage Application
Properties of Polymer Nanocomposites
 
POLYMER-NANOCOMPOSITES FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM
Renewable Energy
Renewable Energy Storage
Polymers for Energy Storage
Carbon-Based Storage Materials
Energy Storage Capability of Polymer Nanocomposites
 
HIGH-PERFORMANCE INORGANIC POLYMER-NANOCOMPOSITES BASED SOLAR CELLS
Introduction
Organic-Organic Composites
Inorganic Nanocomposites
Nanocomposites in Perovskite Solar Cells
Polymeric Nanocomposites in Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells (DSCs)
 
POLYMER-NANOCOMPOSITES FOR MAGNETIC ENERGY AND THERMAL ENERGY STORAGE
Background of Polymer Nanocomposites for Energy Storage
Energy Density
Superconducting Magnetic Energy Storage (SMES)
Thermal Energy Storage (TES)
Thermoplastic Composites of TES
 
POLYMER-NANOCOMPOSITES FOR TRIBOELECTRICITY AND HYDROGEN STORAGE
Polymer-Nanocomposites for Triboelectricity
Polymer Nanocomposites for Hydrogen Storage
Hydrogen based Energy Storage System
 
POLYMER NANOCOMPOSITES FOR SUPERCAPACITORS AND BATTERY APPLICATION
Battery Based Energy Storage System
Types of Battery
Conducting Polymer Nanocomposites
Fuel Cells
Capacitor and Supercapacitor Energy Storage
 
ELECTROCHEMICAL ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM
Introduction
Need for Energy Storage System
 
ELECTRICAL ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM
Introduction
 
REAL-TIME APPLICATIONS OF POLYMER NANOCOMPOSITES
Introduction
Polymer-Graphene/Carbon Nanotube
 
MODELING AND SIMULATION TECHNIQUES
Introduction
Modeling and Simulation of Polymer Nanocomposites
Systems Simulated and Simulation Strategy
Interface and Interfacial Polarization
Simulation Techniques Based on Hydrogen Storage
Finite Element Modeling of a Composite Hydrogen Storage Vessel
 
LIFE CYCLE ANALYSIS OF POLYMER NANOCOMPOSITES FOR ENERGY STORAGE
Scope of a Life Cycle Analysis
Techno-Economic Evaluations of Energy Storage Systems
Energy and Power Density
Self-Discharge
Response Time
Cost and Economies of Scale
Lifetime
Storage Capacity
Monitoring and Control Equipment
Efficiency
Operating Constraints
 
FUTURE RESEARCH AND CASE STUDY ON ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM
Introduction
Case study 1: Pumped Storage Hydropower (PSH) in France
Case study 2: Battery Storage
Case study 3: Solar PV Storage and Energy Shift
Case study 4: Solar and Battery Storage for Customers and Ancillary Services

Über Autor(innen)

T. Daniel Thangadurai is Professor in the Department of Chemistry at KPR Institute of Engineering and Technology in India.
 
N. Manjubaashini is Research Associate in the National Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology at the University of Madras, India.
 
Sabu Thomas is Vice Chancellor of Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala, India, and Founder and Director of the International and Interuniversity Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.
 
Ange Nzihou is Director of Research Centre for Particulate Solids, Energy and Environment at the École des Mines d'Albi-Carmaux, France.