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Fabrication and characterisation of silver decorated TiO2 nanotubes for biomedical applications
Bílek, Ondřej ; Horynová, Miroslava (referee) ; Fohlerová, Zdenka (advisor)
This diploma thesis summarizes knowledge from the fields of synthesis, characterization and application of titanium dioxide nanotubes and its combination with silver nanoparticles for biomedical purposes. Basic protocols of working with cell cultures and bacteria are also included. Experimental part of this diploma thesis focuses mainly on the synthesis of tubular structures made of titanium dioxide via anodic oxidation of 500nm titanium layer and their subsequent decoration with silver by electrodeposition. Last section of the experimental part is devoted to testing of antibacterial properties of the new material and examining the effect of different silver concentrations on the adhesion of MG-63 cells. All results are compared to reference samples consisting of titanium dioxide nanotubes without silver.
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Preparation of contacts to one-dimensional nanostructures
Citterberg, Daniel ; Procházka, Pavel (referee) ; Kolíbal, Miroslav (advisor)
This bachelor thesis deals with methodology of contacting one-dimensional nanostructures. Theoretical part of the thesis defines the concept of one-dimensional nanostructures, then it deals with the potential of their usage, especially in field effect transistors. This part also deals with the possibility of measuring the electrical properties of one-dimensional nanostructures and the possibility of fabricating contacts with sufficiently small sizes using litographic approach. Experimental part gives a brief overview of the tasks that need to be done during the contact fabrication. Subsequently, the individual steps are described in more detail and, finally, initial results of electrical characterization are shown.
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Analysis of one-dimensional structures using Kelvin Probe Force Microscopy
Kovařík, Martin ; Bartošík, Miroslav (referee) ; Kolíbal, Miroslav (advisor)
This bachelor's thesis deals with the use of Kelvin probe force microscopy (KPFM) for analysis of 1D nanostructures, namely germanium nanowires and tungsten disulfide (WS2) nanotubes. First part of this thesis is dedicated to the possibility of gold nanoparticles detection on germanium nanowires and also to the analysis of relevance of the KPFM method to measurements performed at various humidity. Second part deals with the measurement of surface potential changes on WS2 nanotubes induced by interaction with light. We have concluded, that relative surface potential changes can be measured at various humidity. This conclusion is also applied to study the interaction of WS2 nanotubes with monochromatic light. The experiment has revealed, that when exposed to light with defined wavelength, nanotubes coated with gold nanoparticles show opposite surface-potential changes as compared to pristine nanotubes, which indicates different physical processes under way.
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Study of new type of Ti-NT nanotubes that can be used as a filler in polymer matrix
Brunátová, Tereza ; Kužel, Radomír (advisor) ; Valvoda, Václav (referee)
Title: Study of new type of Ti-NT nanotubes that can be used as a filler in polymer matrix Author: Tereza Brunátová Department: Department of Condensed Matter Physics Supervisor: doc. RNDr. Radomír Kužel, CSc. Abstract: The subject of presented work has been devoted to a structure of titanate nanotubes which were prepared by hydrothermal treatment of TiO2 powder in NaOH solution. Structure determination was done mainly with two complementary methods - X-ray diffraction and transmision elec- tron microscopy. A influence of structure by changing particle size and crystal structure of the initial powder TiO2 was studied as well. Three different mod- els of nanotube structure were build. These models were used for a calculation of powder X-ray diffraction pattern and they were compared to experiment pattern. Keywords: titanates nanotubes, computer simulations of powder X-ray diffrac- tion patterns, X-ray diffracion, electron microscopy
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Design of an effusion cell for the deposition of Sn and Zn ultrathin layers
Horák, Stanislav ; Kolíbal, Miroslav (referee) ; Mach, Jindřich (advisor)
This bachelor thesis deals with the design and the construction of effusion cells for the deposition of zinc and tin ultrathin layers. In the introductory part there is an explanation of principles of eusion cells' functions, like a molecular beam epitaxy (MBE) or a construction of the efussion ow. Furthermore, the work describes a general principles of a ccreation of the atom sources. Theoretical part ends with review about the growth of ultrathin layers and nanostructures of zinc, tin and their compounds. Experimental part provides a design of the effusion cells with radiation heating from silicon carbide and heating by electrons impact. The complete drawing documentation of the designed effusion cells is included in the attachment.
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Investigation of nanomaterials for their nuclear power and research utilization
Jelínek, Martin ; ČEZ,, Jiří Skalička, (referee) ; Katovský, Karel (advisor)
This bachelor thesis provides a comprehensive overview of the properties of various nanomaterials and summarizes the latest findings and knowledge of advanced applications in all sectors of nuclear power engineering from construction materials through nuclear fuel, fuel cladding, neutron moderator and coolant to the advanced methods for detection of ionizing radiation ad its direct utilization for electricity production. A significant space is devoted to the applications in safety systems of nuclear power plants. The experimental part of the thesis deals with the possibility of using carbon nanofibers as an additive to the coolant in VVER reactor type in order to improve the thermal properties of the coolant. So far a very little examined issues of neutron balance changes due to interaction with nanoparticles was experimentally verified on the paraffin wax mixture of two different concentrations. The comparison with the reference sample of pure paraffin was also made.
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Nanotechnology utilization in nuclear industry and research
Skalička, Jiří ; Štefánik, Milan (referee) ; Katovský, Karel (advisor)
This thesis introduces reader to current knowledge of nanomaterials and their usage. It summarises production methods and usage of different materials in nuclear power plants, nuclear research and nuclear medicine. Theoretical part of this thesis is dedicated to possible usage of carbon nanotubes for neutron beam collimation and guides. In experimental part different materials were tested in measuring box connected to horizontal radial channel of VR-1 nuclear reactor and their influence on neutron flux was measured. Tested samples were non-oriented carbon nanotubes, carbon nanofibers, alumina nanowires, oriented carbon nanotubes with several angles of rotation and these samples were compared with results of graphite.
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Carbon nanotubes - material for carbon paste electrodes, possibilities of preparation and characterization
Mikysek, T. ; Stočes, M. ; Švancara, I. ; Ludvík, Jiří
In this article, some new approaches to characterize the carbon paste mixtures and the respective carbon nanotube paste electrodes (CNTPEs) are presented, discussed. Particular attention has been paid to the changes of the ohmic resistance, relative to the dependence on composition of the CNTPE, the materials used, the time. Four types of carbon nanotube pastes were examined, and for the interpretation of experimental data. Some problems connected with homogeneity and stability of carbon pastes, their storage, or eventual aging effects are also discussed.
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