Handbook of Nanophysics set 7 vols

Based on the idea that researchers require a better understanding of fundamental physical principles to achieve breakthroughs in nanotechnology, the Handbook of Nanophysics is the first comprehensive reference to combine coverage of theory and fundamental physics with technological applications of nanoscale materials and structures. A unique feature of this seven-volume guide is its tutorial style, through which state-of-the-art scientific content is enriched with fundamental equations and illustrations to facilitate wider access to the material. Rather than simply focusing on particular applications themselves, this handbook offers a didactic treatment of the physics underlying the applications alongside detailed experimental results. Its scope spans from synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials to the formation and analysis of low-dimensional nanostructures. Encompassing a wide range of fields from science and engineering, it is the first comprehensive reference to cover the fundamental physics underlying all branches of this critical field. Features:Provides broad, in-depth coverage of the physics of nanoscale materials and applicationsTraces the historical development of nanoscienceIncludes introductions in each chapter—useful to nonspecialists and studentsContains chapters extensively peer reviewed by senior scientists in nanophysics and related areas of nanoscienceCovers basic principles, methods, and materials, including clusters, fullerenes, nanoparticles, quantum dots, nanotubes, and nanowiresDescribes functional nanomaterials, nanoelectronics, nanophotonics, nanomedicine, and nanoroboticsPromotes new ideas for future fundamental research