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This licentiate thesis by Samira Dorri, presented at Linköping University, explores the synthesis and structural analysis of CrB2/TiB2 diboride superlattice thin films using magnetron sputter epitaxy. The research investigates the effects of substrate temperature, B stoichiometry, modulation period, layer thickness ratio, and applied power on the structural and interface quality of the superlattices. Advanced techniques such as X-ray diffraction, time-of-flight elastic recoil detection analysis, scanning transmission electron microscopy, and electron energy loss spectroscopy are employed to analyze the superlattices. The study aims to enhance understanding of hardening mechanisms in transition metal diborides and develop highly efficient interference neutron optics.

Thin films. --- Sputtering (Physics) --- Thin films

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This open access book reviews the recent research achievements of the investigation of interfacial phenomena in polymer/polymer and polymer/metal joint interfaces with the state-of-the-art analytical techniques not previously used in the field of adhesion and bonding. Adhesion performance is determined not only by the two-dimensional interfaces but also by a three-dimensional (3D) region having different properties and structural characteristics that extends into the bulk materials. In this book, the authors also discuss in detail the bonding mechanism by characterizing such 3D regions called “interphase”. The book is of great interest to researchers and engineers devoted to adhesion science and technology. Videos via app: download the SN More Media app for free, scan an image or a link with play button, and access videos directly on your smartphone or tablet.

Surfaces (Technology). --- Thin films. --- Materials --- Spectrum analysis. --- Polymers. --- Surfaces, Interfaces and Thin Film. --- Materials Characterization Technique. --- Spectroscopy. --- Analysis.

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This book elucidates fundamental concepts of nanomaterials and their pivotal role as nanoadsorbents in water purification. Key features include the latest trends in adsorption for metal, micro pollutants, food adulterants, aromatic compounds, pesticides, dyes, and oil particle removal. Additionally, the interdisciplinary aspects of adsorption and practical applications for hazardous chemical removal from water are explored. The book delves into various types of adsorption isotherms such as Langmuir, Freundlich, BET, and others, offering a deep understanding for water purification. Kinetic models including first, second, and third order kinetics are elucidated, empowering undergraduate students to grasp and optimize complex systems. The required background is basic knowledge in chemistry, biology, mathematics, and nanoscience at the first-year university level. Designed for both academics and industrial researchers, this book is divided into 17 chapters. Chapters 1-7 introduce nanomaterials, carbon nanoadsorbents, their synthesis, and surface modification. Chapters 8-9 cover fundamental adsorption isotherms, kinetic models, thermodynamic parameters, adsorption mechanism, and experimental techniques. Chapters 10-15 delve into the adsorption and desorption of various compounds like aromatic compounds, pesticides, heavy metals, micro pollutants, food adulterants, oil particles, and dyes molecules. The final chapter tackles the theoretical modeling of carbon nanomaterials for adsorption studies.

Nanostructured materials. --- Nanotechnology. --- Surfaces (Technology). --- Thin films. --- Nanoscale Design, Synthesis and Processing. --- Surfaces, Interfaces and Thin Film.

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This book offers an in-depth exploration of battery separators, a critical component in Lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). Serving as insulators between electrodes to prevent internal short circuits, these separators play a crucial role in retaining liquid electrolyte and facilitating the migration of lithium ions during battery cycling. In the face of increasing demand for high-performance LIBs across diverse applications, the development of superior separators is imperative. Among the various advancements in battery separator research, electrospun nanofibrous separators have gained significant attention. These separators exhibit compelling characteristics, including large pore size (typically above 500 nm), high porosity (typically above 70%), and an interconnected porous structure, all of which enhance ion transportation efficiency and battery cycling performance. However, a notable focus in previous studies has been on electrochemical inert materials as battery separators, which do not contribute to the battery's capacity. This book presents a comprehensive study that introduces a novel concept: the development of a redox-active separator based on electrospun polypyrrole (PPy) composite nanofibers to significantly enhance battery capacity. The book begins by exploring the effects of separators on battery performance, providing valuable insights and guidance for separator design. Then, a detailed investigation into the kinetics of in-situ polymerization of PPy with electrospun fibrous membranes as templates follows, shedding light on the mechanisms behind fabricating the proposed separator. Finally, this book presents the fabrication and characterization of the proposed separator, showcasing potential of the separator for enhancing battery capacity. This book is intended for researchers, engineers, and professionals in the field of battery technology, materials science, and electrochemistry. It is also a valuable resource for graduate students and academics seeking advanced insights into the development of high-performance lithium-ion batteries and innovative separator technologies.

Materials. --- Surfaces (Technology). --- Thin films. --- Electric batteries. --- Electrochemistry. --- Materials Engineering. --- Surfaces, Interfaces and Thin Film. --- Batteries. --- Lithium ion batteries --- Nanostructured materials. --- Surfaces (Technology)

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With its combination of readability, love for details and rigor, “Fatigue and Corrosion in Metals” has become an authoritative reference work that has quickly established itself as the most comprehensive guide for fatigue and corrosion design available to date. It has been adopted by several universities as reference textbook and consulted by professional engineers and scholars worldwide. This must-have Second Edition, completely revisited to account for advances in the decade since the previous edition was published, includes: • a new chapter on damage nucleation; • a new Chapter on Very High Cycle Fatigue; • a new Chapter on fatigue testing and fatigue S-N curve determination; • expanded analysis of surface treatments and inclusions effect on fatigue; • expanded treatment of volume process effect on fatigue; • expanded treatments of corrosion and hydrogen embrittlement. In addition to these enhancements, it includes a detailed treatment of: • phenomenology and morphological aspects of fatigue; • surface treatments, conditions, and nonmetallic inclusions effects on fatigue; • stress and strain-based fatigue analysis; • mean stress and notch effect on fatigue; • cumulative damage and multiaxial fatigue; • probabilistic analysis application to fatigue design; • fatigue in welds; • stress corrosion and hydrogen embrittlement; • fracture mechanics application to fatigue and corrosion. It serves as a valuable and needful information source on the desktop of anyone involved with fatigue and corrosion in metals.

Engineering design. --- Electrochemistry. --- Surfaces (Technology). --- Thin films. --- Mechanics, Applied. --- Solids. --- Engineering Design. --- Surfaces, Interfaces and Thin Film. --- Solid Mechanics. --- Surfaces (Technology)