Bøger i Liquid Crystals Book Series serien

Introduces the basic continuum theory for nematic liquid crystals in equilibria, then proceeds to simple applications of this theory. This work includes a discussion of electrical and magnetic field effects that give rise to Freedericksz transitions, followed by an account of dynamic theory and elementary viscometry of nemantics.

This textbook will prepare researchers and educators for this fast-growing soft matter field. Starting from physical underpinnings and the background foundations of both liquid crystals and colloids, this book will provide a comprehensive introduction to this fundamentally and technologically important soft condensed matter system. When introducing some of the new developments in the field, such as the role that topology and geometry play in pre-determining self-assembly of particles in liquid crystals, the background introduction to relevant mathematical theorems from geometry and topology will be provided as well, as well as, similarly organic and inorganic chemistry information

The collection is divided into sections, each of which is prefaced by a brief commentary referring to the historic-scientific context of the time.

Offers a look at a critical aspect of liquid crystal technology: the alignment characteristics and properties of the materials used in the construction and use of LCDs. This work examines the chemical, physical, and mechanical properties of the materials and relates them to practical performance issues in the modern liquid crystal.

Liquid crystals allow us to perform experiments that provide insight into fundamental problems of modern physics, such as phase transitions, frustration, elasticity, hydrodynamics, defects, growth phenomena, and optics (linear and non linear). This book talks about liquid crystals. It is intended for students and researchers.

Examines lamellar (smectic) and columnar liquid crystals, which, in addition to orientational order, possess 1D, 2D or 3D positional order. This volume illustrates physical concepts using methodically numerous experiments, theoretical developments, and diagrams. It is suitable for researchers in liquid crystals and materials science.

Describes the basic design principles, synthesis, and mesomorphic properties of discotic liquid crystals. This book highlights the scientific concepts behind the hierarchical self-assembly of these disc-shaped molecules alongside their commercial production and experimental and applied use in nanotechnology and other fields.

With detailed coverage of DNA liquid crystals, this book explores the information available on the condensation of various forms of DNA. The text presents the practical applications of the peculiar properties of the liquid-crystalline state of nucleic acids. It also shows how double-stranded nucleic acids represent an important tool for nanotechnology. The authors address modeling the state of the DNA molecules under laboratory conditions, which clarifies of the role of these molecules in living cells and for directed, artificial regulation of biological activity of the DNA by various chemical and biologically active compounds of medical importance.

A reference for theoretical and experimental studies of advanced students and researchers in liquid crystals, condensed matter physics, and materials science.

Bent-Shaped Liquid Crystals: Structures and Physical Properties provides insight into the latest developments in the research on liquid crystals formed by bent-shaped mesogens.

With detailed coverage of DNA liquid crystals, this book explores the information available on the condensation of various forms of DNA. The text presents the practical applications of the peculiar properties of the liquid-crystalline state of nucleic acids. It also shows how double-stranded nucleic acids represent an important tool for nanotechnology. The authors address modeling the state of the DNA molecules under laboratory conditions, which clarifies of the role of these molecules in living cells and for directed, artificial regulation of biological activity of the DNA by various chemical and biologically active compounds of medical importance.