Crystallization of Nanoscaled Colloids [electronic resource] /
Born, Philip G.author.
This thesis deals with the processes that create ordered assemblies from disordered nanoparticles. Ordered packings of nanoscale particles can exhibit unusual properties. This work investigates the self-assembly of such particles, a process widely employed for the generation of ordered structures, but not yet well understood. In situ methods are used to observe the assembly of sub-micron polymer lattices and sub-10 nm gold particles into crystalline monolayers and aggregates.On the basis of these results, the book develops new models that describe the competition between different influences, such as thermal agitation and directional forces. It suggests necessary criteria that lead to the emergence of order.
Includes index.
Large-Area Convective Assembly -- Convective Crystallization -- Temperature-Induced Agglomeration -- Temperature-Induced Crystallization.
This thesis deals with the processes that create ordered assemblies from disordered nanoparticles. Ordered packings of nanoscale particles can exhibit unusual properties. This work investigates the self-assembly of such particles, a process widely employed for the generation of ordered structures, but not yet well understood. In situ methods are used to observe the assembly of sub-micron polymer lattices and sub-10 nm gold particles into crystalline monolayers and aggregates.On the basis of these results, the book develops new models that describe the competition between different influences, such as thermal agitation and directional forces. It suggests necessary criteria that lead to the emergence of order.
Nanochemistry.
Nanoscale science.
Nanoscience.
Nanostructures.
Ceramics.
Glass.
Composites (Materials).
Composite materials.
Materials-Surfaces.
Thin films.
Polymers  .
Phase transitions (Statistical physics).
Nanochemistry.
Nanoscale Science and Technology.
Ceramics, Glass, Composites, Natural Materials.
Surfaces and Interfaces, Thin Films.
Polymer Sciences.
Phase Transitions and Multiphase Systems.