Applied Chemistry for Emerging Electronics and Futuristic Devices (1BCHEE102/202)

Applied Chemistry for Emerging Electronics and Futuristic Devices

Course Code 1BCHEE102/202 
Semester I/II
CIE Marks 50
Teaching Hours/Week (L:T:P:S) 3:0:2:0 
SEE Marks 50
Total Hours of Pedagogy (Theory and Lab hours) 64 
Total Marks 100
Credits 04 
Exam Hours 03
Examination type (SEE) Descriptive

Module-1 Materials for Energy Devices

Semiconductors: Introduction, n-type and p-type semiconductor materials (organic and

inorganic), difference between organic and inorganic semiconductors. Organic photovoltaics -

working principle and applications of Poly (3-hexylthiophene) (P3HT) as a donor and PhenylC61-butyric acid methyl ester (PCBM) as an acceptor.

Energy Storage Devices: Introduction, classification of batteries-primary, secondary and

reserve battery, characteristics - capacity, power density, shelf life & cycle life. Construction

and working of lithium-ion battery and its advantages in EV applications. Construction and

working of ultra-small asymmetric super capacitor and its applications in IoT/wearable

devices.

Energy Conversion Devices: Introduction, construction, working principal, advantages and

limitations of solar photovoltaic cell (PV cell). Working principle and applications of Microelectromechanical systems (MEMS)-based energy harvesters.

Number of Hours: 08

Module-2 Nano and Quantum Dot Materials

Nano materials: Introduction, size dependent properties of nanomaterials - surface area,

catalytic, optical properties and electrical conductivity. Synthesis of TiO2 nanoparticles by solgel method and its uses in sensor applications.

Quantum Dot Materials: Introduction, types, optical and electronic properties of quantum

dots (QDs).

Inorganic Quantum Dot Materials (IQDMs): Introduction, synthesis and properties of

silicon based QDs by sol gel method and Cd-Se Quantum Dots by hot injection method and

applications in optoelectronic devices.

Organic Quantum Dot Materials (OQDMs): Introduction, synthesis and properties of

chitosan-carbon quantum dots hydrogel and its applications in next-generation flexible and

wearable electronics. Synthesis and properties of Graphene Quantum Dots using citric acid

method and its applications in emerging electronics.

Number of Hours: 08

Module-3 Functional Polymers and Hybrid Composites in Flexible Electronics

Stretchable and Wearable Microelectronics: Introduction, basic principle and working of

lithography for micro-patterned copper deposition. Synthesis, properties and applications of

PDMS (Polydimethylsiloxane) and its uses in e-skin (electronic skin) and RFID applications.

Polymers: Introduction, synthesis, conduction mechanism of polyaniline and its electronic

devices applications. Molecular weight of polymers: Number average and weight average

molecular weight of polymers-numerical problems. Synthesis and properties of

Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) and its applications in E-nose devices.

Polymer Composites: Introduction, synthesis and properties of epoxy resin-magnetite

(Fe₃O₄) composite (ultrasonication method) for sensors applications. Synthesis and

properties of Kevlar Fiber Reinforced Polymer (KFRP) for smart electronic devices

applications.

Number of Hours: 08

Module-4 Electrode System and Electrochemical Sensors

Electrode System: Introduction, types of electrodes, overview of Nernst equation, reference

electrode-construction, working and applications of calomel electrode. Ion selective

electrode- definition, construction, working of glass electrode, determination of pH using glass

electrode. Construction and working of concentration cell and numerical.

Sensing Methods: Introduction, principle and instrumentation of colorimetric sensors; its

application in the estimation of copper in PCBs. Principle and instrumentation of

potentiometric sensors and its application in the estimation of iron in steel, conductometric

sensors; its application in the estimation of acid mixture in the sample.

Number of Hours: 08

Module-5 Corrosion Science and E-waste Management

Corrosion Chemistry: Introduction, electrochemical theory of corrosion, types of corrosion,

differential metal corrosion in electronic circuits and differential aeration corrosionwaterline and pitting corrosion. Corrosion control- galvanization, anodization, cathodic

protection and impressed current method. Corrosion penetration rate (CPR) - definition,

importance and weight loss method-numerical problems.

Metal Finishing: Introduction, technological importance of metal finishing, difference

between electroplating & electroless plating, electroplating of chromium for hard and

decorative coatings, electroless plating of copper on PCBs.

E-waste: Introduction, sources of e-waste, need of e-waste management & effects of e-waste

on environment and human health. Extraction of gold from e-waste from bioleaching method.

Number of Hours: 08

PRACTICAL COMPONENTS OF IPCC

LIST OF EXPERIMENTS

1. Estimation of total hardness of water by EDTA method.

2. Determination of chemical oxygen demand (COD) of industrial effluent sample.

3. Estimation of iron in TMT bar by diphenyl amine indicator method.

4. Determination of total alkalinity of given water sample.

5. Determination of Hydrogen Peroxide in PCB Cleaner (Permanganate method)

6. Estimation of acid mixture by conductometric sensor (Conductometry)

7. Estimation of iron in rust sample by Potentiometric sensor (Potentiometry)

8. Determination of pKa of vinegar using pH sensor (Glass electrode)

9. Estimation of copper present in e-waste by optical sensor (Colorimetry).

10. Determination of Viscosity coefficient of conductive Inks

11. Smartphone-Based colorimetric estimation of total phenolic content in coffee products.

12. Green synthesis of copper nanoparticles for conductive ink applications.

Suggested Learning Resources: 

Text books:

1. Engineering Chemistry, Suba Ramesh, Vairam, Ananda Murthy, 2011, Wiley India,

ISBN: 9788126519880.

2. A Textbook of Engineering Chemistry, R.V. Gadag and Nityananda Shetty, I. K.

International Publishing house. 2nd Edition, 2016.

3. Engineering Chemistry: Jain & Jain, Publisher: Dhanpat Rai Publishing Company, ISBN:

978-935316118.

Reference Books / Manuals:

1. Electrochemical Energy System: Dr. K. K. Rajeshwar (IIT Madras), Publisher: IIT Madras

Open Courseware (Free PDF & videos), ISBN: N/A (Open Educational Resource).

2. Advances in Corrosion Science and Technology, M.G. Fontana, R.W. Staettle, Springer

publications, 2012, ISBN: 9781461590620.

3. Engineering Chemistry: Jain & Jain, Publisher: Dhanpat Rai Publishing Company, ISBN:

978-9353161181.

4. Smart Materials: Harvey, James A. Handbook of materials selection, 2002, John Wiley &

Sons Canada, Limited, ISBN: 9780471359241.

5. Energy Storage and Conversion Devices; Supercapacitors, batteries and hydroelectric

Cells Editor: Anurag Gaur, 2021, CRC Press, ISBN: 9781000470512.