Question

Discuss the applications of Nanomaterials in various fields.

Answer 1

(i) Automotive industry:

• Lightweight construction
• Painting (fillers, base coat, clear coat)
• Catalysts
• Tires (fillers)
• Sensors
• Coatings for window screens and car bodies

(ii) Chemical industry:

• Fillers for paint systems
• Coating systems based on nanocomposites
• Impregnation of papers
• Switchable adhesives
• Magnetic fluids

(iii) Engineering:

• Wear protection for tools and machines (anti-blocking coatings, scratch-resistant coatings on plastic parts, etc.)
• Lubricant-free bearings

(iv) Electronic industry:

• Data memory
• Displays
• Laser diodes
• Glass fibers
• Optical switches
• Filters (IR-blocking)
• Conductive, antistatic coatings

(v) Construction:

• Construction materials
• Thermal insulation
• Flame retardants
• Surface – functionalized building materials for wood, floors, stone, facades, tiles, roof tiles, etc.
• Facade coatings
• Groove mortar

(vi) Medicine:

• Drug delivery systems
• Contrast medium
• Prostheses and implants
• Agents in cancer therapy
• Active agents
• Medical rapid tests
• Antimicrobial agents and coatings

(vii) Textile/fabrics/non-wovens:

• Surface – processed textiles
• Smart clothes

(viii) Energy:

• Fuel cells
• Solar cells
• Batteries
• Capacitors

(ix) Cosmetics:

• Sun protection
• Lipsticks
• Skin creams
• Toothpaste

(x) Food and drinks:

• Package materials
• Additives
• Storage life sensors
• Clarification of fruit juices

(xi) Household:

• Ceramic coatings for irons
• Odors catalyst
• Cleaner for glass, ceramic, floor, windows

(xii) Sports/outdoor:

• Ski wax
• Antifogging of glasses/goggles
• Antifouling coatings for ships/boats
• Reinforced tennis rackets and balls.