scholarly journals Multifunctional ZnO Nanoparticle: Based Coatings for Cultural Heritage Preventive Conservation

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ludmila Otilia Cinteză ◽  
Maria Antonia Tănase
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Heritage ◽  
Zno Nanoparticles ◽  
Recent Progress ◽  
Functional Materials ◽  
Zno Nanoparticle ◽  
Functional Coatings ◽  
Metal Artifacts ◽  
Preventive Conservation ◽  
Environmental Friendly

Coatings based on nanoparticles embedded in various filmogenic materials are still a hot topic in nanomaterial research, due to the exceptional variety of applications. The chapter present recent progress in synthesis and characterization of hybrid material with ZnO nanoparticles and their use as functional coatings for various substrates. The antibacterial and UV protection efficiency of ZnO nanoparticle-based coatings on paper and stone are discussed, with particular emphasize on the specific requirements for application in cultural heritage preventing conservation. Functional materials based on ZnO are presented as possible treatment for protection of historic and archaeological textiles and metal artifacts. Trends in environmental friendly methods to fabricate the ZnO nanoparticles will be evaluated, compared to classic ones, in terms of material characteristics and efficiency.

scholarly journals Al-Based Nano-Sized Composite Energetic Materials (Nano-CEMs): Preparation, Characterization, and Performance

Nanomaterials ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (6) ◽  
pp. 1039 ◽  
Author(s):  
Weiqiang Pang ◽  
Xuezhong Fan ◽  
Ke Wang ◽  
Yimin Chao ◽  
Huixiang Xu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Energetic Materials ◽  
Recent Progress ◽  
Functional Materials ◽  
Research Field ◽  
Preparation Methods ◽  
Existing Problems ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Future Work ◽  
Application Prospects

As one of the new types of functional materials, nano-sized composite energetic materials (nano-CEMs) possess many advantages and broad application prospects in the research field of explosives and propellants. The recent progress in the preparation and performance characterization of Al-based nano-CEMs has been reviewed. The preparation methods and properties of Al-based nano-CEMs are emphatically analyzed. Special emphasis is focused on the improved performances of Al-based nano-CEMs, which are different from those of conventional micro-sized composite energetic materials (micro-CEMs), such as thermal decomposition and hazardous properties. The existing problems and challenges for the future work on Al-based nano-CEMs are discussed.

scholarly journals Enhanced XRF Methods for Investigating the Erosion-Resistant Functional Coatings

Coatings ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (12) ◽  
pp. 847
Author(s):  
Mihail Lungu ◽  
Cosmin Dobrea ◽  
Ion Tiseanu
Keyword(s):  
Theoretical Calculations ◽  
Functional Materials ◽  
Fundamental Parameter ◽  
Functional Coatings ◽  
Standard Samples ◽  
Conventional Analysis ◽  
Deposition Uniformity ◽  
Wall Components ◽  
Selection Of

The development of erosion-resistant functional materials usable as plasma facing first wall components (PFC) is crucial for increasing the lifetime of future fusion reactors. Generally, PFCs have to be quality checked and characterized regarding their composition, before integrating them into the fusion reactor vessel. Enhanced X-ray fluorescence (XRF) methods represent an effective alternative to conventional analysis methods for the characterization of refractive metallic coatings on large areas of fusion materials. We have developed and applied XRF methods as fast and robust methods for the characterization of the thickness and composition uniformity of complex functional coatings. These coatings consist of tungsten included in multilayer configuration and deposited on low or high Z substrates. We have further developed customized calibration protocols for quantifying the element composition and layer thickness of each investigated sample. The calibration protocols are based on a combination of standard samples measurements, Monte Carlo simulations, and fundamental parameter theoretical calculations. The calibrated results are discussed considering a selection of relevant PFC samples. The deposition uniformity was successfully investigated for different PFC-relevant tiles and lamella shaped samples with W layers below and over the W L-line saturation thickness. Also, the 2D thickness mapping capability of the XRF method was demonstrated by studying the plasma post-erosion pattern.

Synthesis of Imine-Bearing ZnO Nanoparticle Thin Films and Characterization of Their Structural, Morphological and Optical Properties

2015 ◽  
Vol 15 (10) ◽  
pp. 8114-8119 ◽  
Author(s):  
Narinder Kaur ◽  
Sanjeev K. Sharma ◽  
Deuk Young Kim ◽  
Hemant Sharma ◽  
Narinder Singh
Keyword(s):  
Thin Films ◽  
Zno Nanoparticles ◽  
Visible Region ◽  
Hexagonal Wurtzite Structure ◽  
Xrd Analysis ◽  
Zno Nanoparticle ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Corning Glass

We are presenting the first report on the fabrication of imine-bearing ZnO nanoparticle thin films grown on Corning glass by spin coating. The sol was prepared by dissolving imine-bearing ZnO nanoparticles in dimethylsulfoxide (DMSO). The thickness of the films was manipulated to be 125–200 nm. The X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis showed hexagonal wurtzite structure of imine-bearing ZnO nanoparticles thin films with a (002) preferential orientation. The stretching of chemical bonds of the imine linkage and Zn–O in imine-bearing ZnO nanoparticle thin films was confirmed by fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR). The grain size of the films increased with increasing the thickness of the films due to the number of coatings and subsequently dried at 200°C. The transmittance of imine-bearing ZnO nanoparticle thin films was observed to be ≥94%, which was in close agreement to pure ZnO thin films in the visible region. The bandgap of imine-bearing ZnO nanoparticle thin films (3.04 eV), evaluated from Tauc’s plot, was observed to be lower than that of pure ZnO (3.21 eV), which is attributed to the interaction of the ZnO nanoparticles with the imine receptor.

scholarly journals GREEN SYNTHESIS AND CHARACTERIZATION OF MARINE YEAST-MEDIATED SILVER AND ZINC OXIDE NANOPARTICLES AND ASSESSMENT OF THEIR ANTIOXIDANT ACTIVITY

2017 ◽  
Vol 10 (10) ◽  
pp. 235 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aswathy R ◽  
Gabylis B ◽  
Anwesha S ◽  
Bhaskara Rao Kv
Keyword(s):  
Antioxidant Activity ◽  
Zinc Oxide ◽  
Zno Nanoparticles ◽  
Color Change ◽  
Time Interval ◽  
Marine Yeasts ◽  
Zno Nanoparticle ◽  
Marine Yeast ◽  
Nanoparticles Characterization

  Objective: The present study focuses on the synthesis of silver and zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles from marine yeasts, isolated from the sediments of the Bay of Bengal, Bakkhali coast, West Bengal, and India.Methods: The marine sediment samples were diluted through serial diution and cultured onto yeast malt agar medium by the spread plate method. The selected yeast isolates were screened for the biosynthesis of silver and ZnO nanoparticles. Characterization of both the nanoparticles was done by applying ultraviolet (UV)-visible spectroscopy, atomic force microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy.Results: A total of five marine yeasts isolates were able to synthesize silver and ZnO nanoparticles as evidence of the color change. Optical density was measured in UV-spectrometer at different time interval for the conformation of production of nanoparticles. The size of silver nanoparticle was 31.78 nm and ZnO nanoparticle was 86.27 nm. The synthesized nanoparticles are then used for antioxidant assays.Conclusions: We are concluding that marine yeast isolates SAG1 and SAG2 both are potential marine yeast isolates which can synthesize both the silver and ZnO nanoparticles. They also showed good antioxidant activity.

scholarly journals Synthesis and Characterization of SnO2 and SnO2/ZnO Nanoparticles by Electrochemical Method: Evaluation of their Performance in Photodegradation of Indigo Carmine Dye and Antibacterial Activity

2020 ◽  
Vol 32 (9) ◽  
pp. 2119-2124
Author(s):  
K.P. SAMSKRUTHI ◽  
SANNAIAH ANANDA ◽  
M.B. NANDAPRAKASH ◽  
K.S. CHANDRAKANTHA
Keyword(s):  
Antibacterial Activity ◽  
Zno Nanoparticles ◽  
Electrochemical Method ◽  
Indigo Carmine ◽  
Average Crystalline Size ◽  
Zno Nanoparticle ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
First Order ◽  
Indigo Carmine Dye

SnO2 and SnO2/ZnO nanoparticles were synthesized by the electrochemical method. The synthesized nanoparticles were characterized by XRD, UV-VIS, IR, FE-SEM and EDAX techniques. The X-ray diffraction revealed that the average crystalline size to be 79.78 and 22.84 nm. The band gap of SnO2/ZnO nanoparticle from Tauc′s plot was found to be 2.196 eV. The photocatalytic degradation of Indigo carmine dye follows the first order reaction. The antibacterial activity of SnO2 and SnO2/ZnO nanoparticles against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli was investigated.

scholarly journals Diagnostics and Monitoring to Preserve a Hypogeum Site: The Case of the Mithraeum of Marino Laziale (Rome)

Heritage ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. 4264-4288
Author(s):  
Loredana Luvidi ◽  
Fernanda Prestileo ◽  
Michela De Paoli ◽  
Cristiano Riminesi ◽  
Rachele Manganelli Del Fà ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Heritage ◽  
Imaging Techniques ◽  
Archaeological Site ◽  
Outdoor Environment ◽  
Conservation Strategies ◽  
Preventive Conservation ◽  
Non Invasive ◽  
Complete Restoration ◽  
The 1960S

Conservation of hypogea and their accessibility by the visitors is a hard question, due to the interaction of different factors such as the intrinsic characteristics of the hypogeal environments and the presence of public. A particular case is represented by the Mithraeum of Marino Laziale, located a few kilometers away from Rome and accidentally discovered in the 1960s. The uniqueness of the discovery was the presence of a well-preserved painting of the Mithraic scene (II century A.D.) probably due to the oblivion of the place of worship over the centuries as well as the isolation from the outdoor environment. Unfortunately, despite a recent complete restoration and recovery of the archaeological area, which ended in 2015, the area was never open to the visitors and only two years after completing the works it was no longer safe to use. Hence, the need for a new planning of interventions starting from the deep knowledge of this cultural heritage and from the analysis of past incorrect actions to arrive at the opening—without any risk for the archaeological findings and visitors—and management of this site, never exposed to the public. Therefore, since 2018 a diagnostic campaign and microclimate monitoring have been started. The data collected during the two years of investigations have been fundamental to assess the conservation state of the hypogeal environment and the potential risks for the preservation of the three paintings (the Mithraic scene and two dadophores). Long-term monitoring of indoor environmental conditions assumes the role of an essential tool for the planning of preventive conservation strategies but also for the control of the site after its opening to the visitors. Furthermore, the characterization of the microclimate is non-invasive, sufficiently economical and accurate. In this paper, the characterization of surfaces in the Mithraic gallery through optical microscopy, UV fluorescence/imaging techniques, FT-IR spectroscopy, XRD and the microclimatic parameters variation in the presence or absence of visitors are used to define the strategies for the opening and fruition of the Mithraeum. The strategies for the sustainable fruition of this unique archaeological site have been defined through a conservation protocol approved by the Italian Ministry of Cultural Heritage and necessary for the site managers and curators of the Municipality of Marino Laziale to finally support its opening.

scholarly journals Optical and Photodetection Properties of ZnO Nanoparticles Recovered from Zn Dross

Crystals ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 6
Author(s):  
Lina Jaya Diguna ◽  
Aprilia Dyah Fitriani ◽  
Beta Riana Liasari ◽  
Gerald Ensang Timuda ◽  
Wahyu Bambang Widayatno ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Zno Nanoparticles ◽  
Zno Nanoparticle ◽  
Dye Molecules ◽  
Photoluminescence Spectra ◽  
Zno Film ◽  
Light Region ◽  
Emission Lifetime ◽  
Hydrometallurgical Method ◽  
Nanoparticle Film

In this study, we report the synthesis of ZnO nanoparticles from Zn dross via hydrometallurgical method by using acetic acid as a leaching agent. D205 dye molecules were then adsorbed onto Zn dross originated ZnO nanoparticle film. The optical absorption confirms the photosensitization of the synthesized ZnO nanoparticles with dye. The photoluminescence spectra reveal the excitonic- and defect-related emission of ZnO nanoparticles. Compared to ZnO nanoparticles only, the longer emission lifetime of ZnO nanoparticles with adsorbed dye indicates the transfer of photoexcited electrons from dye to the ZnO nanoparticles. Furthermore, photodetection characterization of ZnO film show the enhanced current density with the presence of dye under simulated solar illumination, while that measured at dark is similar in both films with and without dye. This result confirms the potentiality of Zn dross to be recycled into valuable ZnO nanoparticles particularly for the applications in the visible light region, especially for sensing.

scholarly journals Functional Antimicrobial Surface Coatings Deposited onto Nanostructured 316L Food-Grade Stainless Steel

Nanomaterials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 1055
Author(s):  
Gonzalez A. S. ◽  
Riego Á. ◽  
Vega V. ◽  
García J. ◽  
Galié S. ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Stainless Steel ◽  
316L Stainless Steel ◽  
Electrochemical Techniques ◽  
Functional Materials ◽  
Atomic Layer ◽  
Thin Layers ◽  
Nanoporous Structure ◽  
Stainless Steel Surface ◽  
Functional Coatings ◽  
Food Grade

In our study, we demonstrated the performance of antimicrobial coatings on properly functionalized and nanostructured 316L food-grade stainless steel pipelines. For the fabrication of these functional coatings, we employed facile and low-cost electrochemical techniques and surface modification processes. The development of a nanoporous structure on the 316L stainless steel surface was performed by following an electropolishing process in an electrolytic bath, at a constant anodic voltage of 40 V for 10 min, while the temperature was maintained between 0 and 10 °C. Subsequently, we incorporated on this nanostructure additional coatings with antimicrobial and bactericide properties, such as Ag nanoparticles, Ag films, or TiO2 thin layers. These functional coatings were grown on the nanostructured substrate by following electroless process, electrochemical deposition, and atomic layer deposition (ALD) techniques. Then, we analyzed the antimicrobial efficiency of these functionalized materials against different biofilms types (Candida parapsilosis, Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus, and Staphylococcus epidermidis). The results of the present study demonstrate that the nanostructuring and surface functionalization processes constitute a promising route to fabricate novel functional materials exhibiting highly efficient antimicrobial features. In fact, we have shown that our use of an appropriated association of TiO2 layer and Ag nanoparticle coatings over the nanostructured 316L stainless steel exhibited an excellent antimicrobial behavior for all biofilms examined.

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