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Colloids & Nanocomposites Research Group

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Publications

Book Chapters

 

  1. Palanisamy Periasamy, Murthy Chavali, Enamala Manoj Kumar, Krishna Chaitanya Etika, "Hybrid nanocomposites and their potential applications in the field of nanosensors /gas and biosensors, Chapter 10, In the book titled "Nanofabrication for Smart Nanosensor Applications", edited by K.Pal and F. Gomes, Elsevier Publishers/2020; ISBN: 9780128207024.

 

Peer-Reviewed Journal Publications

  

  1. B.R.Kumar and K.C. Etika*, "Large Microwave Absorption By Fe3O4@CuNW Hybrid Nanoparticles Filled Epoxy Nanocomposites In The X-Band", Journal of Alloys and Compounds, Volume 938, 25 March 2023, 168405
  2. B.R. Kumar and K.C.Etika*, "The influence of hybrid decorated structures on the EMI shielding properties of epoxy composites over the X-Band", Materials Today Proceedings, 2023, Accepted, (Online) (article in press)
  3. I.Dogra, B.R.Kumar, K.C. Etika, M.Chavali, A.S.Khalifa, A.F. Gharib, A.E Askary, "Environmentally friendly low-cost graphene oxide-cellulose nanocomposite filter for dye removal from water, Journal of King Saud University - Science, Volume 34, Issue 5, 2022
  4. R.K.Bheema, A.K. Ojha, A.V.P.Kumar and K.C.Etika*, "Synergistic influence of barium hexaferrite nanoparticles for enhancing the EMI shielding performance of GNP/epoxy nanocomposites", J Mater Sci 57, 8714–8726, 2022.
  5. R.K. Bheema and K.C. Etika* “Facile One-Pot Hydrothermal Synthesis of Copper Nanowires and Their Impact on the EMI Shielding Capability of Epoxy Composites”, Chem. Eng. Technol. 2022, 45, No. 3, 410–416.
  6. R K.Bheema, K.K.Vuba, N.Etakula, K.C. Etika*, "Enhanced thermo-mechanical, thermal and EMI shielding properties of MWNT/MAgPP/PP nanocomposites prepared by extrusion", Composites Part C,4, 1-7, 2021.
  7. K. Bhaskaran, R.K. Bheema, K.C.Etika*, "The influence of Fe3O4@GNP hybrids on enhancing the EMI shielding effectiveness of epoxy composites in the X-band", 2020, Synthetic Metals 265, 116374.
  8. VU Varun, BR Kumar, K.C.Etika*, "Hybrid polymer nanocomposites as EMI shielding materials in the X-band" 2020, Materials Today: Proceedings, Vol 28, 2, 796.
  9. V Chavhan, Md, K.C. Etika and A Mukhopadhyay, "The Design of Personnel ProtectiveClothing For Protection Against Cbrn Agents: A Review", 2018 Filtration 18 (2), 98-117.
  10. K.C.Etika#, L. Liu, M.Cox, and J.C. Grunlan, Clay Compatibilized Carbon Nanotubes inPoly(N-Isopropylacrylamide), Colloids and Surfaces A: Physiological and EngineeringAspects, 2016, vol. 489, pp 19-26.
  11. K.C.Etika#, F.D.Jochum, M.A.Cox, P.Schattling, P.Theato and J.C.Grunlan, NanotubesFriendly Poly(N-Isopropylacrylamide), Macromolecular Rapid Communications 2010,vol. 31, pp. 1368-1372.
  12. K.C.Etika#, F.D.Jochum, M.A.Cox, P.Theato and J.C.Grunlan, Tailoring Properties of Carbon Nanotube Dispersions And Nanocomposites Using Temperature-Responsive Copolymers Of Pyrene Modied Poly (N-Cyclopropylacrylamide), Macromolecules 2010, vol.43, pp. 9447. 
  13. K.C.Etika#, M.A.Cox and J.C.Grunlan, Tailored Dispersion of Carbon Nanotubes in Water with pH-Responsive Polymers Polymer 2010, vol. 51, pp. 1761-1770.
  14. K.C.Etika#, F.D.Jochum, P.Theato and J.C.Grunlan, Temperature Controlled Dispersionof Carbon Nanotubes In Water With Pyrene-Functionalized Poly (N-Cyclopropylacrylamide), Journal of the American Chemical Society 2009, vol. 131, pp.13598-13599.
  15. K.C.Etika#, L.Liu, L.A.Hess and J.C.Grunlan, The Influence of the SynergisticStabilization of Carbon Black and Clay On The Electrical And Mechanical Properties Of Epoxy Composites, Carbon 2009, vol. 47, pp. 3128-3126. 
  16. L.Liu, K.C.Etika, K-S.Liao, A.J.Stephenson, D.E.Bergbreiter and J.C.Grunlan, Comparison of Covalently and Noncovalently Functionalized Carbon Nanotubes in Epoxy Macromolecular Rapid Communications 2009, vol. 30, pp. 627.
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 Conference Papers/Invited Presentations

 

  1. [Invited]"How to write effective research proposals", Presented as a part of Faculty Development Program of Mohanbabu deemed to be University, Tirupati, on Dec 24 2022.
  2. "The Influence of Hybrid Decorated Structures on The EMI Shielding Properties Of Epoxy Composites over the X-Band", Presented at the International Conference on Nanotechnology for Sustainable Living and Environment (ICON-NSLE 2022), Apr 14-16 2022, Organized by the Department of Chemical Engineering, BITS Pilani, Pilani Campus. 
  3. [Invited] "A Student Centric Approach for All Round Development", Presented as a part of Faculty Development Program of Vignan's (Deemed to be) University, Vadlamudi on June 25th 2021. 
  4.  “Fabrication and Characterization of Microcrystalline Cellulose/Polyvinylalcohol Composite Films and Their Bending Characteristics.” Presented at International Conference on Functional Materials (ICFM 2020), Jan 6-8 2020, Organized by Materials Science Center, IIT Kharagpur.
  5. [Invited]" Nanotechnology Driven Advanced Materials for Defense Applications", Presented as a part of the Faculty Development Program of GMR Institute of Technology, Andhra Pradesh on 29th Oct 2020.
  6. “Hybrid Polymer Nanocomposites as EMI Shielding Materials in the X-Band” Presented at the 2nd International Conference on Recent Advances in Materials & Manufacturing Technologies (IMMT 2019), November 20-22, 2019, Organized by BITS Pilani Dubai Campus, UAE.
  7. “Enhanced Thermal Stability And Mechanical Properties In Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotube Filled Polypropylene Nanocomposites Synthesized Using A Masterbatch”, Presented at the 4th International Conference on Nanotechnology for Better Living: Theme: Technological Advancements of Polymer Composites, April 6-8, 2019, Organized by IIT Kanpur.
  8. “Epoxy Nanocomposites For Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Shielding Applications”, Presented at the 5th International conference on Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (ICONN-2019), January 28–30, 2019 organized by SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai. 
  9. [Invited]“Tailoring Nanoparticle Assemblies in liquid suspensions and solid polymer composites” Presented on April 15,2015, at the Department of Chemical Engineering, IIT Patna.
  10. [Invited]“Manipulating Nanoparticle Assemblies in Aqueous Suspensions and Polymer Matrices.” Presented on Dec 18th 2014 at the Young Investigator Meet on Soft Matter in Pondicherry, India.
  11. [Invited] “Tailored Dispersion State of Carbon Nanoparticles”, Presented on Mar 7th 2013 at ARCI Hyderabad, India.
  12. “Controlling Nanoparticle Dispersion Using Stimuli-Responsive Polymers” Presented at the American Institute of Chemical Engineers(AICHE) 2011Annual Meeting, Minneapolis, MN, USA.
  13. “Clay-Carbon Nanoparticle Synergy In Epoxy Composites”, Presented at the American Institute of Chemical Engineers(AICHE) 2011Annual Meeting, Minneapolis, MN, USA.
  14.  [Invited]“Tailoring Nanocomposite Properties Using Stimuli-Responsive Polymers”, Presented at Materials Research Society (MRS) Fall 2010 Meeting, Boston, MA, USA. 
  15. [Invited] “Utilization of Clay Carbon Nanoparticle Synergy for Enhancing Properties of Epoxy Composites Presented by K.C.Etika, TRFA Annual Meeting, San Antonio, TX,). Sept 2010 (Acceptance of TRFAs Excellence In Thermoset Polymer Research Award
  16. [Invited]”Tailoring Nanoparticle Dispersion State”, Presented by K.C. Etika, Intel Corporation, Hillsboro, OR, USA.
  17. “Carbon-Black Haloing of Clay And Its Influence On Electrical And Mechanical Properties Of Epoxy Composites” Presented by K.C.Etika at the American Physical Society (APS) Spring 2010 Meeting in Portland, OR, USA.
  18. “Temperature Tailored Dispersion of Nanotubes in Water” Presented by K.C.Etika, Presented by K.C.Etika at the American Physical Society (APS) Spring 2010 Meeting in Portland, OR, USA.
  19. Tunable Dispersion of Carbon Nanotubes In Water Using pH-Responsive Polymers Presented by K.C.Etika at the American Physical Society (APS) Spring 2010 Meeting in Portland, OR, USA
  20. “Thermoresponsive Carbon Nanotube Dispersion” Presented at Materials Research Society (MRS) Fall 2009 Meeting, Boston, MA, USA. 
  21. “Non-Covalent Stabilization of Carbon Nanotubes Using Stimuli-Responsive Polymers” Presented by K.C.Etika, NSTI Nanotech 2009 Conference, Houston, TX, USA.
  22. “Clay Assisted Dispersion of Carbon Black In Epoxy Composites” Presented by K.C.Etika, NSTI Nanotech 2009 Conference, Houston, TX, USA.
  23. “Comparison of Epoxy Composites Containing Covalently and Noncovalently Polyethylenimine - Functionalized Carbon Nanotubes” Presented by K.C.Etika, American Chemical Society (ACS) 237th National Meeting –Fall 2009, Salt Lake City, UT, USA.
  24. “Tailoring Carbon Nanotube Microstructure Using pH-Responsive Polymers In Aqueous Suspensions” Presented by K.C.Etika, American Chemical Society (ACS) 237th National Meeting –Fall 2009, Salt Lake City, UT, USA.
  25. “Synergistic Effects of Clay on Carbon Filled Epoxy” Presented at Materials Research Society (MRS) Fall 2008 Meeting, Boston, MA, USA. 
  26. “Tailoring Carbon Nanotube Dispersion In Water Using pH-Responsive Polymers” Presented at Materials Research Society (MRS) Fall 2008 Meeting, Boston, MA, USA. 
  27. “Influence Of Clay On Electrical And Mechanical Behavior Of Carbon Black Filled Epoxy” Presented at Materials Research Society (MRS) Fall 2009 Meeting Boston, MA, USA.

 

Patents and Invention Disclosures
  1. S.Chatterjee, K.Etika, A.Krause, D.L.Hahn, H.Sahni, "System and method for detecting lead in water." US Patent 11,371,978. Patent Filed: Jun 23 2021. Patent Granted: Jun 28 2022.
  2. A method for achieving high quality high throughput TMVs for Pop Applications (Intel IDF Number:114284)
  3. A method for mitigating ESD risk in laser tools (Intel IDF Number:114129)
  4. A method for increasing copper to dielectric adhesion by using NH3 plasma (Intel IDF Number113896)
  5. Warpage reduction through new coreless panel separation method (Intel IDF Number 113789)
 
 

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