Preface

Nanotechnology is one of the research areas most focused on the development of a new class of nanomaterials that offer enhanced material or product performance by exploiting synergism. Due to the growing demand in the area of energy and electronics, nanomaterials and their hybrids have shaped the research in the relevant fields with remarkable attention as advanced multifunctional materials with desired efficiency, higher durability and improved stability.

Currently, the applications of nanomaterials in the field of energy harvesting, storage and opto-electronics are booming, which has resulted in an upsurge in the number of publications, patents and technology transfers worldwide. Despite this, relatively only a few books have focused on nanomaterials applied to energy and electronics. Therefore, the editors found it an opportunity to edit a book on “Current and Future Developments in Nanomaterials: Applications in Energy Storage and Electronics”. We hope that the present book will immensely benefit scientists, engineers, academic researchers, research scholars and post graduate students working in the area of nanomaterials. This book consists of 15 chapters that describe the recent advancements in synthesis and applications of nanomaterials in energy harvesting and storage, and also technology in the field of opto-electronics for next generation devices. Some of the chapters summarize the recent progress in applications of nanomaterials like Carbon Nanotubes, Metal Oxides, and Graphene oxides-based hybrids in solar energy harvesting using recent Photovoltaic Technologies. Similarly, some of the chapters review the fundamentals and state-of-the-art developments in Nanowires, Graphene Quantum Dots, Boron nitrides, Carbon Nano Onions and Metal Organic Frameworks leading to the fabrication of Supercapacitors, Bio-sensors, Lithium ion batteries and Hydrogen storage applications. Further, a few chapters discuss the next generation fuel cells using Polymer Nanocomposites, Ferroelectric Liquid Crystal Nanocomposite and Opto-electronic Nanomaterials for optical memory and displays devices.

The editors are extremely thankful to the esteemed and experienced contributors of all chapters and also the Bentham Science Publishing team for their kind support. We hope that the content presented herewith in a simple and concise form shall serve as a comprehensive guide to benefit the readers and elevate their knowledge in this increasingly advancing area.