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Selective Leaching as a Method of Metallic Nanoparticles Preparation
Michalcová, A. ; Vojtěch, D. ; Kubatík, Tomáš František ; Marek, I. ; Svobodová, P. ; Novák, P.
Selective leaching is process used mainly in analytical praxis–alloy matrix is dissolved and the residuum can be study by different methods. In this article, modification of selective leaching determined for production of metallic nanoparticles is described.Selective leaching technique lays in preparation of supersaturated solid solution of desired element in matrix metal –by convenient heat treatment or by rapid solidification of the binary alloy. Consequently, the matrix metal is selectively dissolved and metal nanoparticles from other metal are formed. The size, shape and agglomeration of forming metallic nanoparticles are dependent on many factors such as reaction temperature, concentration of leaching solution, additives present in leaching solution. The metal mainly used as matrix component is aluminium due to is amphoteric behaviour. It enables aluminium dissolution in sodium hydroxide without affecting the minor metal. Nobel metals like silver or copper forms
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Reactivity of modified humic gels
Lang, David ; Sedláček, Petr (referee) ; Klučáková, Martina (advisor)
This bachelor thesis deals with humic acid gels and their ability to bind metallic ions on their surface. In the thesis the adsorption of copper ions on humic gels was studied. The gels were prepared by dissolving the humic acid in sodium hydroxide or sodium tripolyphosphate and then by precipitating with hydrochloric acid or magnesium chloride. Adsorption was studied at different concentrations of the copper (II) chloride and measured on UV-VIS spectrophotometer. It was proved from measuring that gels made from sodium tripolyphosphate are adsorbing less copper ions than the ones prepared by sodium hydroxide. Also, the copper ions are bound with smaller force on gels prepared with polyphosphate. Gels precipitated with magnesium chloride adsorb much more than gels precipitated with acid, Thus the extracted amounts are bigger.
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The Influence of Nanoparticles on The Properties of Hard Polyurethane Foams
Eliáš, Filip ; Kotlík, Josef (referee) ; Petrůj, Jaroslav (advisor)
The theoretical part of the thesis focuses on general principles of polyurethane chemistry. Nanotechnologies are also discussed, in particular using nanoparticles in the production of polyurethane foams. There are also mentioned selected preparation methods of silver and titanium dioxide nanoparticles. The experimental part describes mainly a novel method for synthesis of the concentrated solution of titanium dioxide nanoparticles in glycerol and their analysis by using confocal microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, dynamic light scattering and UV-VIS spectroscopy. Finally, there are suggested particular steps for further investigation of prepared nanoparticles for the production of rigid polyurethane foams, and also for other applications.
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Processing of reinforced alumina ceramics
Kachlík, Martin ; Trunec, Martin (referee) ; Maca, Karel (advisor)
Literature review of processing and toughening of bulk Al2O3 ceramics was performed. Based on performed experiments, optimal technological conditions of infiltration of alumina ceramics by nickel oxide and zirconia dioxide were found. These approaches were used for preparation of toughened alumina. The properties of sintered alumina matrix composites were discussed from the point of view of their hardness, bending strength, microstructure and phase composition.
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Preparation of PP composites by grafting using monomer treated filler
Kramerová, Nina ; Žídek, Jan (referee) ; Kučera, František (advisor)
Bachelor thesis is focused on preparation of composite materials with polypropylene matrix. The composites were prepared “in situ” with using Brabender mixer. Homogenization of matrix and filler and grafting of PP with anhydride of itaconic acid treated filler proceed together according to radical mechanism of polymerization. Luperox 101 [2,5-dimethyl-2,5-di(tertbutyl-peroxy)hexane] was used as an initiator of the reaction, the concentration of the initiator was 0.5 wt %, processing temperature 210 °C, 30 rpm. PP-g-IA is a compatibilizer between the matrix and the filler. Glass fibers, calcite and two types of ground wood pulp were used as filler. Two analytical methods were chosen to analyze the efficiency of grafting, acid-base titration and infrared spectroscopy. Assigned conversion of monomer was from 42 to 87 % for various fillers.
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Encapsulation of caffeine
Patočková, Klára ; Pekař, Miloslav (referee) ; Márová, Ivana (advisor)
This bachelor thesis is focused on possibilities of encapsulation caffeine in micro- and nanoparticles. In the theoretical part was devoted to information about caffeine, liposomes and polysaccharides and also on the techniques of encapsulation. In the experimental part 5 different methods were used for preparation of micro- and nanoparticles with encapsulated caffeine. Caffeine was packaged into liposomes and polysaccharide particles (chitosan/alginate). Encapsulation’s effectiveness was determined by HPLC/UV-VIS. Prepared particles were monitored for size and stability by dynamic light scattering. The particles were exposed to the arteficial stomach and intestinal juices and bile acids. Particle stability and amount of released caffeine was monitored. Analytical centrifugation was used to measurement of sedimentation velocity and stability of the prepared particles. Caffeine containing particles were added in several soft drinks to determine particles amount when turbidity occurred.
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Passivation of Aluminum and Aluminum Alloys in passivation baths without Cr6+ Compounds
Macháč, Pavel ; Tulka,, Jaromír (referee) ; Molliková, Eva (advisor)
This diploma thesis deals with evaluation of efficiency of protection conversion coatings created by passivation metals and alloys in passivation baths without chromium compounds. The theoretical part is initially concerned with question of electrochemical corrosion of metals, consequently there are mentioned different methods of corrosion protection. The main section of theoretical part of this thesis deals with chromate conversion coatings, description of their protective efficiency (including their unique self-healing effect) and then with account of new chromate-free conversion coatings occurring as chromate alternatives, whose usage is constrained because of their content of hexavalent chromium, which is highly toxic, oxidizing and also carcinogenic and thereby very dangerous for human body and the environment. Experimental part of this thesis is concerned with evaluation of efficiency of particular conversion coating which is quite commonly use in some applications as chromate alternative. It is chromate-free conversion coating which is created by passivation of metals or alloys in passivation bath Pragokor BP, which contains zirconium fluorocomplexes and is without any chromium or other toxic or ecologically unhealthy compounds. The influence of sealing of the coating in preparation Pragokor Seal Al and also other surface treatments such as application of conservation wax WAXENG or cold application of zinc coating were tested too. Efficiency of mentioned surface treatments was then evaluated on aluminum and steel by laboratory accelerated and atmospheric corrosion testing.
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