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The Interaction of Graphene Oxide with Humic Acids, a Computational Study
FERLIN, Stefan
This study was focused on the interactions of Graphene oxide with humic acids in aqueous solutions. Additionally, to this work, Graphene oxide and water interactions with and without the addition of ions were studied. The behavior of a fulvic acid in the presence of Graphene oxide has been investigated as well. The study was performed using computer simulations that were achieved by Molecular Dynamics simulations. These simulations provided useful data on a nanometer scale.
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Modification of capillary wall by graphene for separation applications
Ptáčková, Aneta ; Lochman, Lukáš (advisor) ; Kučera, Radim (referee)
CHARLES UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF PHARMACY IN HRADEC KRÁLOVÉ Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Analysis Candidate: Aneta Ptáčková Supervisor: PharmDr. Lukáš Lochman, Ph.D. Title of thesis: Modification of capillary wall by graphene for separation applications Capillary electrophoresis (CE) is a highly efficient separation method. Substances are separated due to their different mobility in an electric field. The CE modes of operation can be modified in different ways, e.g. capillary electrochromatography or micellar electrokinetic capillary chromatography. Modification of the inner wall of the capillary is believed to help improve separation efficiency and selectivity. Graphene is carbon with a hexagonal structure in form of two-dimensional sp2 single-atom-thick sheets. Graphene seems to be a suitable material for separation application due to its excellent properties such as large surface area and affinity to aromatic ring through π-π interactions. Our work is focused on the modification of the capillary wall by graphene. One of the methods of capillary wall modification is the Layer-by-Layer method via layering of differently charged substances bounded by electrostatic forces. Another method is chemical coating employing covalent interactions. Different combinations of polymers...
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The oxygen modification of the graphene structures for biosensors
Mikerásek, Vojtěch ; Bartošík, Miroslav (referee) ; Mach, Jindřich (advisor)
The bachelor thesis deals with the modification of CVD graphene by oxygen atoms. The theoretical part describe the structure of graphene oxide and its physical properties. Methods of production of this material and its use in biosensors are also described. The practical part describes the preparation of monolayer graphene on a silicon wafer. The main attention was paid to the oxidation of graphene by atomic oxygen and its modification in oxygen plasma. The samples were measured during process of oxidation at individual time intervals using XPS.
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Nanoparticle treatment technology to improve their dispersibility for use in cemt composites
Závacký, Jakub ; Sťahel,, Pavel (referee) ; Hela, Rudolf (advisor)
The diploma thesis deals with the possibility of using the addition of nanoparticles to improve the properties of cement composites. The theoretical part summarizes the findings of research in this area with a focus on methods of dispersion of nanoparticles and their treatment for use in cement composites. The experimental part focuses on the comparison of methods of dispersion and plasma treatment of reduced graphene oxide (rGO) nanoparticle solutions from the point of view of the agglomeration process. During this work, a method of systematic optical/visual monitoring of sedimentation/agglomeration was developed to complement sophisticated methods such as spectrophotometry (UV/Vis) and electron microscopy (SEM). Furthermore, the effect of the addition of rGO on the properties of cement mortar, in the form of aqueous solutions prepared by the dispersion methods determined in the previous section, was investigated.
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Characterization Of Electrical Properties Of Graphene-Based Materials On Mems Structures
Brodský, Jan
This work presents characterization of basic electrical properties of graphene and graphene oxide. Graphene was prepared by chemical reduction of graphene oxide. The experimental part of this work describes the process of graphene oxide and reduced graphene oxide sample preparation and measurement of its current-voltage characteristic by two-point probe method. Measurement is carried out on MEMS structure, which can be used for mechanical bending. Such structure will serve for utilization of graphene and other 2D materials.
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HYDROGEN STORAGE PROPERTIES OF GRAPHENE OXIDE MATERIALS PREPARED BY DIFFERENT WAYS
Král, Lubomír ; Čermák, Jiří ; Bytesnikova, Z.
Graphene-based materials show unique properties. These single layered materials consist of 2D structure of carbon atoms, belong to the strongest known materials, that are very mechanically flexible, optically transparent and that are excellent electrical and thermal conductors. Recently, several studies on these types of materials have highlighted the potential of this material for hydrogen storage (HS) and raised new hopes for the development of an effective solid-state HS media. In the present paper, the structure and HS properties of graphene oxide (GO) and chemically reduced graphene oxide (rGO) produced by different procedures were studied. Hydrogen sorption characteristics of GO and rGO were measured using the Sieverts-type gas sorption analyzer PCT-Pro Setaram Instrumentation. The study of HS was carried out at temperature range from 198 K to 423 K under hydrogen pressure from 1x10(-4) to 4 MPa. \n\nFor the HS point of view, the advantage of GO or rGO compared to graphene, is the presence of multiple chemical groups that can be used for introducing modifiers and their superior spreading on the materials surface. The suitably functionalized GO or rGO materials could potentially exhibit outstanding HS properties.
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HYDROGEN STORAGE PROPERTIES OF GRAPHENE OXIDE MATERIALS PREPARED BY DIFFERENT WAYS
Král, Lubomír ; Čermák, Jiří ; Bytesnikova, Z.
Graphene-based materials show unique properties. These single layered materials consist of 2D structure of carbon atoms, belong to the strongest known materials, that are very mechanically flexible, optically transparent and that are excellent electrical and thermal conductors. Recently, several studies on these types of materials have highlighted the potential of this material for hydrogen storage (HS) and raised new hopes for the development of an effective solid-state HS media. In the present paper, the structure and HS properties of graphene oxide (GO) and chemically reduced graphene oxide (rGO) produced by different procedures were studied. Hydrogen sorption characteristics of GO and rGO were measured using the Sieverts-type gas sorption analyzer PCT-Pro Setaram Instrumentation. The study of HS was carried out at temperature range from 198 K to 423 K under hydrogen pressure from 1x10(-4) to 4 MPa.
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Study of the optical properties of graphene oxide thin films
Smolková, Denisa ; Zmeškal, Oldřich (referee) ; Schmiedová, Veronika (advisor)
This thesis examines the preparation of thin layers and determining their optical properties. It is focused on graphene oxide. In the theoretical part, basic information about the thin layers and their preparation is supplied. That is followed by a description of various methods of determining their optical properties and properties of light. Experimental part and results are focused on the preparation of thin layers by spin-coating and evaluation of measured values using optical microscopy, profilometry, spectroscopic ellipsometry and UV VIS spectroscopy. The conclusion summarizes the results of these methods.
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Characterization of graphene electrical properties on MEMS structures
Brodský, Jan ; Pekárek, Jan (referee) ; Gablech, Imrich (advisor)
This work presents basic properties of graphene, methods for its synthesis and methods for its characterization by Raman spectroscopy, two-point probe, four-point probe and van der Pauw measurements. The experimental part of this work describes the process of graphene oxide, reduced graphene oxide and graphene sample preparation and measurement of its current-voltage characteristic by two-point probe method. Subsequently, sample annealing in vacuum furnace is described in this work. The annealing is important for acquiring good electrical contact between the 2D material and electrodes. Sample analysis by Raman spectroscopy is performed. The last chapters of this work describe design and fabrication of MEMS structure. Such structure serves for characterization of graphene and other 2D materials.
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Biomimetic polymer/graphene layered nanocomposites
Dostalík, Petr ; Ondreáš, František (referee) ; Zbončák, Marek (advisor)
This batchelot thesis deals with preparation of biomimetic polymer/graphene layered nanocomposites. In order to prepare nanocomposites, it was first necessary to prepare a suitable graphene material. The Tour-Marcan method was chosen for its preparation, in which the effect of oxidation time on the structure of the resulting graphene/graphite oxide was investigated. From the result of structural analysis was evaluated, that after 4 hours of oxidation structure of graphite was intercalated, oxygen groups were formed (mainly expoxy groups) and inter-layer spacing increased to form graphite oxide (GO). Extension of oxidation time did not lead to major changes in struture of GO. Nanocomposites were prepareted by solution-casting method. The polar polymer – polyvinyl alcohol (PVAl) was used as a matrix with assumption of strong interaction between GO a PVAl. In order to promote GO intercalation, an ultrasonic dispersant was used in the process of nanocomposite preparation, the effect of which was manifested by an increase in the inter-layer GO distance in nanocomposites. It has been observed that the inter-layer spacing of GO and PVA1 is affected by the concentration of the individual components in the nanocomposites, suggesting a possible modification of the PVA1 crystalline structure. Structural analysis revealed that GO layers in composite were oriented in one direction.
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