41 research outputs found
Cooling of a Nanomechanical Resonator in the Presence of a Single Diatomic Molecule
We propose a theoretical scheme for coupling a nanomechanical resonator to a
single diatomic molecule via microwave cavity mode of a driven LC resonator. We
describe the diatomic molecule by a Morse potential and find the corresponding
equations of motion of the hybrid system by using Fokker-Planck formalism.
Analytical expressions for the effective frequency and the effective damping of
the nanomechanical resonator are obtained. We analyze the ground state cooling
of the nanomechanical resonator in presence of the diatomic molecule. The
results confirm that presence of the molecule improves the cooling process of
the mechanical resonator. Finally, the effect of molecule's parameters on the
cooling mechanism is studied.Comment: 10 pages, 8 figure
Generating quantum discord between two distant Bose-Einstein condensates with Bell-like detection
We propose a technique that enables the creation of quantum discord between
two distant nodes, each containing a cavity consist of the Bose-Einstein
condensate, by applying a non-ideal Bell-like detection on the output modes of
optical cavities. We find the covariance matrix of the system after the
non-ideal Bell-like detection, showing explicitly that one enables manipulation
of the quantum correlations, and particularly quantum discord, between remote
Bose-Einstein condensates. We also find that the non-ideal Bell-like detection
can create entanglement between distant Bose-Einstein condensates at the two
remote site
Mutual information as an order parameter for quantum synchronization
Spontaneous synchronization is a fundamental phenomenon, important in many
theoretical studies and applications. Recently this effect has been analyzed
and observed in a number of physical systems close to the quantum mechanical
regime. In this work we propose the mutual information as a useful order
parameter which can capture the emergence of synchronization in very different
contexts, ranging from semi-classical to intrinsically quantum mechanical
systems. Specifically we first study the synchronization of two coupled Van der
Pol oscillators in both classical and quantum regimes and later we consider the
synchronization of two qubits inside two coupled optical cavities. In all these
contexts, we find that mutual information can be used as an appropriate figure
of merit for determining the synchronization phases, independently of the
specific details of the system
Facile synthesis and characterization of CeMoO4 nanostructure via co-precipitation method and investigate its application supercapacitor
Abstract- Here in, CeMoO4 nanostructure were successfully prepared by a co-precipitation route without capping agent. The characterization and morphological of as-prepared samples were examined by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, filed emission scanning electron microscopy, X-ray diffraction, and energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy. SEM and XRD results show that CeMoO4 nanostructure obtained with average nano-plate thickness 30 nm and average crystal size of 10 nm. The evaluations on CeMoO4-based electrodes revealed the material to have a specific capacitance (SC) of 327 F g�1 at a scan rate of 2 mV s�1, an energy density of 24.5 W h kg�1, and a high rate capability. Continues cyclic voltammetry evaluations using CeMoO4-based electrodes proved the electrodes to be capable of maintaining almost 96.3 of its initial SC after 4000 cycles. To the best of our knowledge, this study is considered as the start point of using lanthanide molybdates as an electrode materials for supercapacitors and the results obviously consent to outstanding properties of CeMoO4 for the mentioned application. © 2019 by CEE (Center of Excellence in Electrochemistry
Optimization and detailed stability study on coupling of CdMoO4 into BaWO4 for enhanced photodegradation and removal of organic contaminant
BaWO4 nanoparticles and BaWO4/CdMoO4 nanocomposites were synthesized by eco-friendly method at low temperature. The effects of various capping agents such as glucose, fructose, lactose, and starch on the morphology and particle size of BaWO4/CdMoO4 nanocomposites were investigated. The nanocluster was obtained with glucose and Ba2+ to capping agent molar ratio of (1:2). BaWO4/CdMoO4 nanocomposites were analyzed through techniques including, XRD, FT-IR, VSM, TEM, PL, FESEM, UV�vis, and EDX. According to the BET results, in the presence of glucose as the capping agent, surface area increased from 13.781 m2/g to 122.22 m2/g. Furthermore, adding CdMoO4 nanoparticles to BaWO4 causes optical properties and photocatalytic activity of BaWO4 to improve. Moreover, the effects of several factors such as BaWO4/CdMoO4 nanocomposites concentration and its particle size and difference dyes on the photocatalytic performance of BaWO4/CdMoO4 nanocomposites were studied under visible light. © 2018 King Saud Universit
Eco-friendly synthesis of PbTiO3 nanoparticles and PbTiO3/carbon quantum dots binary nano-hybrids for enhanced photocatalytic performance under visible light
PbTiO3 nanoparticles, carbon quantum dots CQDs and their composite (i.e. PbTiO3/CQDs) were prepared and studied using XRD, FT-IR, VSM, TEM, BET, PL, FESEM, UV�Vis, and EDX. Designing highly-effective PbTiO3/CQDs binary nano-hybrids include several fascinating properties of visible light, biocompatibility, eco-friendly response and good durability. Various composites containing different amounts of CQDs were prepared, and the effects of catalysts on enhancing the photocatalytic activity of PbTiO3 nanoparticles in the resulting binary nano-hybrid have been investigated. Test experiments indicated that PbTiO3 nanoparticles could remove only 53 of Rh B, while PbTiO3/5CQDs binary nano-hybrids reached a removal maximum of 100. Further the removal of different dyes using the PbTiO3/CQDs binary nano-hybrids has been evaluated and the removal mechanism has also been discussed. © 2018 Elsevier B.V
Eco-friendly preparation and characterization of CuMn2O4 nanoparticles with the green capping agent and their photocatalytic and photovoltaic applications
In this study, copper manganese oxide (CuMn2O4) nanoparticles were successfully synthesized by a simple sol-gel technique in the presence of lactose as the green capping agent. The lactose concentration effect on the crystalline size and magnetic properties of final products were systematically investigated. The structural, morphological, magnetic, and optical properties of as-obtained products were examined by techniques such as the Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy, energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX), X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (FESEM), vibrating-sample magnetometer (VSM) and UV-Vis diffuse reflectance spectroscopy. SEM and VSM results show that lactose concentrations play an important role in the magnetic properties and morphology of CuMn2O4 nanoparticles. Degradation of type of dye (Rhodamine B = Rh B and Methyl orange = MO) under ultraviolet light was examined to assess the feasibility of using CuMn2O4 for photocatalytic activities. To demonstrate the possibility of developing an inexpensive solar cell, FTO/TiO2/CuMn2O4/Pt-FTO, the CuMn2O4 paste was put on the top of the TiO2 through the doctor blade technique. © 2020, Islamic Azad University
Preparation of Fe3O4/SiO2/TiO2/CeVO4 Nanocomposites: Investigation of Photocatalytic Effects on Organic Pollutants, Bacterial Environments, and New Potential Therapeutic Candidate Against Cancer Cells
The new nanocomposite with various molar ratios along with magnetic properties was fabricated via precipitation (assisted by ultrasonic) procedure. The photocatalytic effects of methylene blue (�90 degradation for optimized sample in 100 min) for finding the optimized sample performed under visible light irradiation. Moreover, the photo-antibacterial impacts of bacteria culture environments were found with an optimized sample that had effective destruction of bacteria in comparison to control group. The cytotoxicity properties of panc1 cells and magnetic behaviors of the obtained nanomaterials were evaluated and its IC50 was about 500 mg/L. As an initial step, the structural, morphological and magnetic characteristics of the fabricated nanocomposites were evaluated by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), energy dispersive X-ray (EDX) and MAP, UV-visible diffuse reflectance spectroscopy (DRS), and vibrating sample magnetometry (VSM) approaches. Based on SEM results, the size of nanoparticles in fabricated nanocomposite was nearly 50�70 nm for Fe3O4/SiO2/TiO2 and 80�100 nm for Fe3O4/SiO2/TiO2/CeVO4. XRD results showed that desired nanocomposites were truly synthesized without any impurities. © Copyright © 2020 Marsooli, Rahimi-Nasrabadi, Fasihi-Ramandi, Adib, Eghbali-Arani, Ahmadi, Sohouli, Sobhani nasab, Mirhosseini, Gangali, Ehrlich and Joseph
Preparation of Fe3O4/SiO2/TiO2/CeVO4 Nanocomposites: Investigation of Photocatalytic Effects on Organic Pollutants, Bacterial Environments, and New Potential Therapeutic Candidate Against Cancer Cells
The new nanocomposite with various molar ratios along with magnetic properties was fabricated via precipitation (assisted by ultrasonic) procedure. The photocatalytic effects of methylene blue (�90 degradation for optimized sample in 100 min) for finding the optimized sample performed under visible light irradiation. Moreover, the photo-antibacterial impacts of bacteria culture environments were found with an optimized sample that had effective destruction of bacteria in comparison to control group. The cytotoxicity properties of panc1 cells and magnetic behaviors of the obtained nanomaterials were evaluated and its IC50 was about 500 mg/L. As an initial step, the structural, morphological and magnetic characteristics of the fabricated nanocomposites were evaluated by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), energy dispersive X-ray (EDX) and MAP, UV-visible diffuse reflectance spectroscopy (DRS), and vibrating sample magnetometry (VSM) approaches. Based on SEM results, the size of nanoparticles in fabricated nanocomposite was nearly 50�70 nm for Fe3O4/SiO2/TiO2 and 80�100 nm for Fe3O4/SiO2/TiO2/CeVO4. XRD results showed that desired nanocomposites were truly synthesized without any impurities. © Copyright © 2020 Marsooli, Rahimi-Nasrabadi, Fasihi-Ramandi, Adib, Eghbali-Arani, Ahmadi, Sohouli, Sobhani nasab, Mirhosseini, Gangali, Ehrlich and Joseph
Simple morphology-controlled fabrication of CdTiO3 nanoparticles with the aid of different capping agents
In the current study, an attempt is made to synthesize cadmium titanate (CdTiO3) nanoparticles via a simple fabrication with the aid of cadmium acetate and tetra-n-butyl titanate. Capping agents are frequently used in colloidal synthesis to inhibit nanoparticle overgrowth and aggregation as well as to control the structural characteristics of the resulted nanoparticles in a precise manner. Ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid, polyvinylpyrrolidone, diethanolamine, and sodium dodecyl sulfate were applied as capping agents. XRD, SEM, EDS, and UV�Vis spectroscopy were employed to characterize structural, morphological, and optical properties of CdTiO3 nanoparticles. According to the vibrating sample magnetometer result, CdTiO3 nanoparticles indicated a ferromagnetic behavior at room temperature. Furthermore, the photocatalytic properties of as synthesized CdTiO3 were evaluated by degradation of methyl orange as water contaminant. © 2016, Springer Science+Business Media New York