Materials for Devices

Devices have become ubiquitous, and specific materials are employed for their particular properties. Materials for Devices discusses materials selection for optimal application and highlights current materials developments in gas sensors, optical devices, mechanoelectrical devices, and medical and biological devices. It also covers 2D materials, thin films, smart piezoelectric films, organic solar cells, thin films in sensors, actuators, and LEDs, and growth and characterization of intrinsic magnetic topological insulators.

Format: Hardback
Length: 346 pages
Publication date: 30 September 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Devices have become an integral part of our daily lives, ranging from everyday applications to the increasing prevalence of automation. The choice of materials for specific devices is crucial due to their unique properties, which can vary widely depending on the intended application. Electrical, thermal, magnetic, mechanical, ferroelectric, and piezoelectric properties are among the key considerations when selecting materials for devices.

Materials for Devices: A Comprehensive Guide explores the selection of materials for various devices, emphasizing their optimal application. It provides an in-depth analysis of current materials developments in gas sensors, optical devices, mechanoelectrical devices, and medical and biological devices. The book explains how to choose the right material for a specific device, taking into account factors such as compatibility, durability, and performance.

One of the key topics covered in Materials for Devices is the use of 2D materials. These materials, such as graphene, carbon nanotubes, and transition metal dichalcogenides, have unique properties that make them suitable for a wide range of applications. The book discusses the synthesis, characterization, and potential applications of 2D materials in devices such as sensors, optical devices, and energy storage systems.

Thin films are also a significant focus of the book. Thin films are layers of material that are deposited on a substrate, and they have the advantage of being thin, lightweight, and flexible. They are used in a variety of devices, including sensors, actuators, and LEDs. The book provides detailed information on the synthesis, characterization, and properties of thin films, including their electrical, optical, and mechanical properties.

Smart piezoelectric films are another important topic covered in Materials for Devices. These films are made from piezoelectric materials, which have the ability to generate electricity when subjected to mechanical stress. Smart piezoelectric films are used in a variety of devices, including sensors, actuators, and energy harvesting systems. The book discusses the synthesis, characterization, and potential applications of smart piezoelectric films in devices such as wearable devices, medical implants, and energy harvesting systems.

Thin films and elastic polymers are also important materials in biomedical devices. Thin films are used in sensors, actuators, and LEDs, while elastic polymers are used in medical implants and drug delivery systems. The book discusses the growth and characterization of intrinsic magnetic topological insulators, which are promising materials for magnetic storage and spintronics applications.

Materials for Devices is aimed at researchers, technologists, and advanced students in materials and electrical engineering and related fields who are interested in developing sensors or devices. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the selection of materials for various devices, highlighting the key considerations and recent developments in the field. It is an essential resource for anyone working in the field of materials science and engineering.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367679309