U.S.-Germany Cooperative Research: Electrically-Assisted Flame Aerosol Synthesis of Nanoparticles

本研究探讨了电场在火焰合成纳米粒子中的作用。 最近的理论发展表明，电场可以改变颗粒尺寸， 使粒径分布变窄。 这方面数据的缺乏造成了分裂 在气溶胶界，这种场对颗粒大小的影响。 证明 在这项研究中提出的概念可能会导致显着改善生产 更精细、更均匀的纳米颗粒。 这项研究可以直接应用于 陶瓷和半导体的制造，以及颜料的生产， 化妆品 为期两年的合作研究包括一系列的学生/PI访问的大学， 卡尔鲁厄正在进行一个类似的项目，在气溶胶研究方面有着良好的记录。 以及最先进的设备 与德国集团的合作将 由于扩大了小组， 加强设施。

This research explores the role of electric fields in the flame-synthesis of nanoparticles. Recent theoretical developments indicate that electric fields can alter the particle size and narrow the distribution of particle sizes. The lack of data in this area has caused a division in the aerosol community over the effect of such fields on particle size. Proof of the concepts proposed in this research may lead to significant improvements in the production of finer, more uniform nanoparticles. The research could have direct application to the manufacture of ceramics and semiconductors, and to the production of pigments and cosmetics. The two-year cooperative study involves a series of student/PI visits to the University of Karlruhe which is carrying on a similar project and has a strong record in aerosol research as well as state-of-the-art equipment. Collaboration with the German group will significantly enhance the chance of success because of the enlarged group and the enhanced facilities.