Handbook of Two-Dimensional Quantum Materials and Energy Applications (Hardcover)

This book examines the fundamental properties, synthesis strategies, and applications of two-dimensional quantum materials in energy technologies. It highlights their potential for transforming energy storage, conversion, and harvesting systems. Bridging the gap between theoretical foundations and practical implementation, the book demonstrates their role in advancing next-generation energy solutions, including photovoltaics, thermoelectrics, fuel cells, and energy storage devices such as supercapacitors and batteries.

Features:

• Explores the unique properties and applications of 2D quantum materials.
• Adopts an interdisciplinary approach to quantum energy technologies by integrating physics, materials science, and energy engineering.
• Includes recent advancements and emerging trends, such as the use of 2D materials with artificial intelligence for material discovery and sustainability assessments.
• Emphasizes practical applications in solar cells, batteries, and energy storage systems.
• Examines real-world case studies and examples to simplify complex quantum concepts.

This book is intended for researchers, engineers, and students in materials science, nanotechnology, quantum technology, and energy engineering, supporting innovation in sustainable energy solutions.

Abdus Salam Sarkar is Researcher at the Center for Quantum Science & Engineering, Department of Physics, Stevens Institute of Technology, USA, where he focuses on quantum science of 2D quantum materials, quantum optics, quantum entanglement physics, quantum oscillation, and quantum optoelectronic device applications. Previously, Dr. Sarkar worked on anisotropic 2D materials, photonics, energy, and optoelectronics at Institute of Electronic Structure & Laser (IESL), Foundation for Research and Technology Hellas (FORTH), Europe. He earned his B.Sc. in physics from the University of Calcutta, M.Sc. in physics from the University of Delhi, and Ph.D. in 2D Materials Optoelectronics from the School of Physical Sciences, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi. He is Member of the Royal Society of Chemistry (MRSC), UK.

Emmanuel Stratakis is Research Director and Director of the Institute of Electronic Structure & Laser (IESL) at the Foundation for Research and Technology Hellas (FORTH), Greece. He is also Director of the Nanoscience Facility at FORTH, part of the NFFA-Europe EU Infrastructure, where he is Member of the General Assembly. Dr. Stratakis also serves as a national expert in the EU High-Level Group on Nanotechnologies, Advanced Materials, Biotechnology, and Advanced Manufacturing and Processing. An OPTICA Fellow and Ambassador of the European Innovation Council, he is also Founder and CEO of Biomimetic. He received his Ph.D. in physics from the University of Crete in 2001.