Overviews of Synthetic Nanomaterials, Synthesis Methods, Characteristics, and Recent Progress

• Published in: Nanofillers for Sustainable Applications
• Main Author: Kamarudin S.H.; Mohd Basri M.S.; Abu F.; Surip S.N.; Osman S.
• Format: Book chapter
• Language: English
• Published: CRC Press 2023
• Online Access: https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85180827444&doi=10.1201%2f9781003400998-1&partnerID=40&md5=62e7107af6a89c50443ec22e31b4d606

Nanotechnology has revolutionized modern science and technology by offering unique properties to materials at the nanoscale. Synthetic nanomaterials, in particular, have shown immense potential in various fields, including biomedical applications, energy storage, catalysis, and electronic devices. The development of efficient and scalable synthesis methods has enabled the production of a wide range of nanomaterials with tailored properties for specific applications. Understanding the characteristics of synthetic nanomaterials is essential to utilize their properties effectively. This review provides an overview of synthetic nanomaterials, including their synthesis methods, characteristics, and recent progress. The article covers various types of nanomaterials, including metal-based, carbon-based, and semiconductor-based nanoparticles, as well as carbon nanotubes and nanofibres. Bottom-up and top-down approaches, as well as physical and chemical procedures, are among the synthesis methods explored. The characteristics of synthetic nanomaterials, such as their size, shape, composition, and surface properties, are also described. Various methods for modifying the surface properties of nanomaterials, including physical and chemical modifications are also explained. Finally, the article highlights recent progress in the field, including new synthesis methods, advanced characterization techniques, and emerging applications in various fields. © 2024 selection and editorial matter, N. M. Nurazzi, E. Bayraktar, M. N. F. Norrrahim, H. A. Aisyah, N. Abdullah, and M. R. M. Asyraf; individual chapters, the contributors.