Nanotechnology in Space

Description

This book presents selected topics on nanotechnological applications in the strategic sector of space. It showcases some current activities and multidisciplinary approaches that have given an unprecedented control of matter at the nanoscale and will enable it to withstand the unique space environment. It focuses on the outstanding topic of dual-use nanotechnologies, illustrating the mutual benefits of key enabling materials that can be used successfully both on earth and in space. It highlights the importance of space as a strategic sector in the global economy, with ever-increasing related businesses worldwide. In this light, it dedicates a chapter to the analysis of current and future markets for space-related nanotechnological products and applications. Cover Half Title Title Page Copyright Page Table of Contents Trends in Space Nanotechnologies Chapter 1: Nanotechnology for Space Power Devices 1.1: Introduction 1.2: Engineered Materials and Structures 1.3: Power Generation, Storage, and Distribution 1.3.1: Carbon Nanotube Wires 1.3.2: Lithium-Ion Batteries 1.3.3: Quantum Dot Solar Cells 1.4: Propulsion and Propellants 1.5: Future Nanotech Approaches to Space Power Chapter 2: Nanocomposite and Micro-Nanostructured Materials with Applications of MEMS/Nano Devices for Aerospace 2.1: Introduction 2.2: Ablative Nanocomposite Materials 2.3: Nanostructured Thermal Barrier Coatings 2.4: Additive Manufacturing of Nanocomposite Materials for Aerospace Applications 2.4.1: Materials 2.4.2: Techniques 2.4.3: Aerospace Applications 2.5: Space Sensors for Gas Detection and Microthruster 2.5.1: Technology of Lithium Niobate 2.5.2: Microinterferometer 2.5.3: Nanothruster 2.6: Conclusion Chapter 3: Advanced Polymer Composites for Use on Earth and in Space 3.1: Introduction 3.2: Technology of Preparation of Polymer Composites Based on Aromatic Polyamides 3.2.1: Components for Manufacture of CMs 3.2.2: Preparation of Polymeric CMs in Rotating Electromagnetic Field 3.3: Results 3.3.1: CMs with Nanofillers 3.3.1.1: Electronic properties 3.3.1.2: Tribotechnical characteristics 3.3.2: Composites with Micro-dispersed Fillers 3.3.2.1: Electronic properties 3.3.2.2: Tribotechnical characteristics 3.3.3: Examples of Application of Developed CMs Chapter 4: Printable Materials for Additive Manufacturing in Harsh Earth and Space Environments 4.1: Introduction 4.2: What Makes the Space Environment Harsh? 4.3: Considerations for Printable Inks in Harsh Environments 4.3.1: Studies on Material Properties of 3D Printable Inks 4.4: Considerations for Printable Ceramics in Harsh Environments 4.4.1: Additive Manufacturing (3D) for Ceramic Materials: Slurry-Based Technique 4.4.2: Major Stereolithography Processing Parameters 4.4.3: Stereolithography Manufacturing via Polymer-Derived Ceramic Process 4.4.4: Additive Manufacturing (3D) for Ceramic Materials: Solid-Based Technique 4.4.5: Filament Selection for Fused Deposition of Ceramics 4.4.6: Some Examples of Additive Manufactured Components for Harsh Environments 4.5: Future Directions for AM in HarshEnvironments 4.5.1: Resilient Hybrid Electronics 4.5.2: Food Printing 4.5.3: Space Garments 4.6: Conclusionary Statement Chapter 5: Nano-Based Coating for Spacecraft: Antibacterial Film for Manned Application 5.1: Introduction 5.2: Biofilm Formation 5.3: Antibacterial Surfaces 5.4: Nanostructured Layers 5.5: Complete Characterization of Coated Materials 5.5.1: Case of Textiles 5.6: Antibacterial Test in Broth 5.7: Toxicological Behavior 5.8: Mechanical Characterization 5.9: Conclusion Chapter 6: Nanotechnology in Space Economy 6.1: Introduction 6.1.1: Space Economy 6.1.1.1: Public actors 6.1.1.2: New approaches to space economy 6.1.2: Space Economy and Nanotechnology 6.2: Methodology 6.3: Nanotechnologies for Space Sector 6.3.1: Nanotechnologies for Engineered Materials and Structures 6.3.2: Nanotechnologies for Sensors, Electronics, and Devices 6.3.3: Nanotechnologies for Energy Storage, Power Generation, and Power Distribution 6.3.4: Nanotechnologies for Life Support Systems 6.3.5: Nanotechnologies for Payload/Satellites 6.3.6: Nanotechnologies for Space Transportation and Propulsion Systems 6.4: Conclusion and Perspectives Index