Applied Chemistry for Emerging Electronics 1BCHEE102
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Module 1: Materials for Energy Devices Semiconductors
Introduction, n-type and p -type semiconductor materials (organic and inorganic), difference between organic and inorganic semiconductors . Organic photovoltaics - working principle and applications of Poly (3-hexylthiophene) (P3HT) as a donor and Phenyl C61-butyric acid methyl ester (PCBM) as an acceptor. Energy Storage Devices: Introduction, classification of batteries -primary, secondary and reserve battery, characteristics - capacity, power density, shelf life & cycle life. Construction and working of lithium -ion battery and its advantages in EV applications. Construction and working of ultra -small asymmetric super capacitor and its applications in IoT/wearable devices. Energy Conversion Devices : Introduction, construction, working principal, advantages and limitations of solar photovoltaic cell (PV cell). Working principle and applications of Micro electromechanical systems (MEMS)-based energy harvesters.
Module 2: Nano and Quantum Dot Materials Nano materials
Introduction, size dependent properties of nanomaterials - surface area, catalytic, optical properties and electrical conductivity. Synthesis of TiO 2 nanoparticles by solgel method and its uses in sensor applications. Quantum Dot Materials: Introduction, types, optical and electronic properties of quantum dots (QDs). Inorganic Quantum Dot Materials (IQDMs): Introduction, synthesis and properties of silicon based QDs by sol gel method and Cd -Se Quantum Dots by hot injection method and applications in optoelectronic devices. Organic Quantum Dot Materials (OQDMs): Introduction, synthesis and properties of chitosan-carbon quantum dots hydrogel and its applications in next -generation flexible and wearable electronics . Synthesis and properties of Graphene Quantum Dots using citric acid method and its applications in emerging electronics.
Module 3: Detailed Syllabus
Functional Polymers and Hybrid Composites in Flexible Electronics Stretchable and Wearable Microelectronics: Introduction, basic principle and working of lithography for micro -patterned copper deposition . Synthesis, properties and applications of PDMS (Polydimethylsiloxane) and its uses in e-skin (electronic skin) and RFID applications. Polymers: Introduction, synthesis, conduction mechanism of polyaniline and its electronic devices applications. Molecular weight of polymers: Number average and weight average molecular weight of polymers -numerical problems . Synthesis and properties of Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) and its applications in E-nose devices. Polymer Composites: Introduction, synthesis and properties of epoxy resin -magnetite (Fe₃O₄) composite (ultrasonication method) for sensors applications. Synthesis and properties of Kevlar Fiber Reinforced Polymer (KFRP) for smart electronic devices applications.
Module 4: Electrode System and Electrochemical Sensors Electrode System
Introduction, types of electrodes, overview of Nernst equation,
Module 5: Corrosion Science and E-waste Management Corrosion Chemistry
Introduction, electrochemical theory of corrosion, types of corrosion, differential metal corrosion in electronic circuits and differential aeration corrosion - waterline and pitting corrosion. Corrosion control - galvanization, anodization, cathodic protection and impressed current method. Corrosion penetration rate (CPR) - definition, importance and weight loss method-numerical problems. Metal Finishing: Introduction, technological importance of metal finishing, difference between electroplating & electroless plating, electroplating of chromium for hard and decorative coatings, electroless plating of copper on PCBs. E-waste: Introduction, sources of e -waste, need of e -waste management & effects of e -waste on environment and human health. Extraction of gold from e-waste from bioleaching method.
Textbooks & Resources
- Engineering Chemistry, Suba Ramesh, Vairam, Ananda Murthy, 2011, Wiley India, ISBN: 19880.
- A Textbook of Engineering Chemistry, R.V. Gadag and Nityananda Shetty, I. K. International Publishing house. 2nd Edition, 2016.
- Engineering Chemistry: Jain & Jain, Publisher: Dhanpat Rai Publishing Company, ISBN: 978-8.
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