Handbook of less-common nanostructures

As nanotechnology has developed over the last two decades, some nanostructures, such as nanotubes, nanowires, and nanoparticles, have become very popular. However, recent research has led to the discovery of other, less-common nanoforms, which often serve as building blocks for more complex structures.

In an effort to organize the field, the Handbook of Less-Common Nanostructures presents anformal classification based mainly on the less-common nanostructures. A small nanotechnological encyclopedia, this book:

• Describes a range of little-known nanostructures
• Offers a unifying vision of the synthesis of nanostructures and the generalization of rare nanoforms
• Includes a CD-ROM with color versions of more than 100 nanostructures
• Explores the fabrication of rare nanostructures, including modern physical, chemical, and biological synthesis techniques

The Handbook of Less-Common Nanostructures discusses a classification system not directly related to the dimensionality and chemical composition of nanostructure-forming compounds or composite. Instead, it is based mainly on the less-common nanostructures. Possessing unusual shapes and high surface areas, these structures are potentially very useful for catalytic, medical, electronic, and many other applications.

Introduction to Nanostructures
Methods for Obtaining Nanoparticles and Other Nanostructures
General Remarks on Nanoparticle Fabrication. Examples of Several Important Methods for the Synthesis of Nanoobjects. "Green" Aspects of Nanoparticle Synthesis. References.

Brief Description of Some Classic Nanostructures
Carbon-Based Nanostructures. Conventional Noncarbon Nanostructures. References.

Less-Common Nanostructures
Simple, Linear 1D, 2D, and 3D Nanostructures
Nanolines. Nanopencils. Nanodumbbells. Nanoshuttles. Nanopeapods. Nanopins. Nanochains. Nanobars. Nanowicks. Nanopillars. References.

Various Prolonged 3D Nanostructures
Nanoarrows. Nanobones. Nanobottles. Nanobricks. Nanobowlings and Nanonails. Nanocones. Nanospears. Nanospikes. References.

Circle and Ball-Type Nanostructures
Nanowheels. Nanoeggs. Nanoballs. Nanospheres. Nanograins. Nanorice. References.

Nanocage-Type Structures
Nanocages, Nanoboxes, and Nanocubes. Nanocapsules. References.

"Nanovegetation" World
Nanotrees. Nanoleaves. Nanoforests. Nanobushes. Nanomushrooms. Nanoflowers. Nanobouquets. Nanodewdrops. Nanoacorns. Nanomulberry. Broccoli-Like Architectures. Nanograsses. Nanokelps. Nanocorns. Nanocactus. Nanospines. Nanosheafs. Nanoonions. References.

"Nanoanimal" World
Nanolarvae. Nanoworms. Nanosquamae. Nanourchins. References.

"Home"-Like Nanostructures
Nanobowls. Nanocups. Nanoplates. Nanoforks. Nanospoons. Nanobrooms. Nanobrushes. Nanocarpets. Nanocombs. Nanofans. Nanospindles. Nanotroughs. Nanowebs. Other Rare "Home" Nanostructures. References.

"Nanotechnical" Structures and Devices
Nanosprings/Nanocoils/Nanospirals. Nanoairplanes, Nanopropellers, and Nanowindmills. Nanoboat. Nanosaws. Nanobridges. Nanothermometers. Nanotweezers. Nanocars and Nanotrucks. Nanobalances. Nanogrids. Nanomesh. Nanofoams. Nanojunctions. Nanopaper. Nanobatteries. E-Nose and E-Tongue. References.

Nanostructures Classified as Polyhedra
Nanotriangles. Nanosquares and Nanorectangles. Nanotetrahedra. Nanooctahedra. Nanopyramids. Nanoicosahedra. Nanododecahedra. Nanocuboctahedra. Nanocubes. Nanoprisms. References.

Other Rare Nanostructures
Nanovolcanoes. Nanosponges. Nanostars. Nanoglass Ceramics. Other Nanoobjects. References.

Selected Intriguing Topics in Nanotechnology
Coordination and Organometallic Nanomaterials
Introduction. Coordination Nanomaterials and Nanocomposites. Organometallic Nanomaterials. Nanomaterials Based on Polymers. Coordination Nanomaterials as Precursors. References.

Application of Ultrasound for Obtaining Nanostructures and Nanomaterials
Metal/Alloy-Containing Nanostructures. Carbon Nanotubes, Graphene, Diamond, and Fullerenes. Oxide- and Hydroxide-Containing Nanostructures. Metal Salts and Complexes. Polymeric and Macrocyclic Nanostructures/Nanocomposites. Applications in Catalysis and Degradation of Toxic Substances. Applications in Drug Delivery and Tumor Treatments. References.

Inorganic Non-Carbon Nanotubes
Applications of Inorganic Nanotubes. References.

Soluble Carbon Nanotubes
Functionalization by the Use of Elemental Metals, Inorganics, and Grignard Reagents. Functionalization of CNTs in Strong Acidic Media and with Oxygen- Containing Moieties. Functionalization with Compounds Containing Alky