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Lakshman Neelakantan

Bio: Lakshman Neelakantan is an academic researcher from Indian Institute of Technology Madras. The author has contributed to research in topics: Corrosion & Materials science. The author has an hindex of 14, co-authored 40 publications receiving 496 citations. Previous affiliations of Lakshman Neelakantan include Ruhr University Bochum & Max Planck Society.


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TL;DR: In this article, the Mott-Schottky analysis was used to estimate the properties of titanium oxide, which showed that passive film formed, is of n-type semiconducting film and the donor concentration is in the order of 10 20 cm − 3.3.

79 citations

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TL;DR: In this article, the effect of crystallite size and surface morphology of TiO2 nanotubes on their wettability and electrochemical properties was investigated by anodization process in an acidic (0.5% HF) and a neutral electrolyte (1.6% NaF).

57 citations

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TL;DR: In this article, the effect of temperature on the surface morphology and chemistry of NiTi shape memory alloys was investigated in a reducing atmosphere of N 2 −10% H 2.

44 citations

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TL;DR: In this paper, the microstructure and corrosion behavior of Al-Mg-Sn-Ga anode material solutionized at different temperatures ranging from 400 to 550°C is studied.

44 citations

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TL;DR: In this paper, the effect of annealing on the nanomechanical and electrochemical properties of TiO 2 nanotubes synthesized via anodic oxidation were subjected to thermal treatment at various temperatures.

39 citations


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TL;DR: In this paper, the structural and corrosion behavior of 316L stainless steel fabricated by selective laser melting (SLM) for bipolar plate were investigated and the subsequent heat treatment effect was also clarified.

224 citations

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TL;DR: In this paper, a review article highlights the recent progress in the polymer-derived ceramics (PDCs) field with the focus on the fate and role of the in situ formed carbon, and potential advanced structural and functional applications of the PDCs related to the carbon are evaluated.

203 citations

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TL;DR: In this article, the influence of anodization parameters on the formation of tubes, tube dimensions, formation mechanism, properties of TiO2 nanotubes (TNT), and their applications in biomedical field are reviewed.
Abstract: In this article, influence of anodization parameters on the formation of tubes, tube dimensions, formation mechanism, properties of TiO2 nanotubes (TNT), and their applications in biomedical field are reviewed. The fabrication of TNT of a different shape such as pore size, length, and wall thickness by varying anodization parameters including electrolytes, pH, voltage, electrolyte bath temperature, and current density is examined and discussed. The crystallographic nature of the nanotube obtained by various methods has also been discussed. Finally, the article concludes by examining the key properties including the corrosion aspect and various applications in biomedical field in depth.

183 citations

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TL;DR: In this article , the authors provide a comprehensive overview of electrocatalysis methods for reducing nitrate levels in water bodies, including the reaction mechanisms, reactor design principles, product detection methods, and performance evaluation methods.
Abstract: Nitrate enrichment, which is mainly caused by the over-utilization of fertilisers and industrial sewage discharge, is a major global engineering challenge because of its negative influence on the environment and human health. To solve this serious problem, many technologies, such as the activated sludge method, reverse osmosis, ion exchange, adsorption, and electrodialysis, have been developed to reduce the nitrate levels in water bodies. However, the applications of these traditional techniques are limited by several drawbacks, such as a long sludge retention time, slow kinetics, and undesirable by-products. From an environmental perspective, the most promising nitrate reduction technology is enabled to convert nitrate into benign N2, and features low cost, high efficiency, and environmental friendliness. Recently, electrocatalytic nitrate reduction has been proven by satisfactory research achievements to be one of the most promising methods among these technologies. This review provides a comprehensive account of nitrate reduction using electrocatalysis methods. The fundamentals of electrocatalytic nitrate reduction, including the reaction mechanisms, reactor design principles, product detection methods, and performance evaluation methods, have been systematically summarised. A detailed introduction to electrocatalytic nitrate reduction on transition metals, especially noble metals and alloys, Cu-based electrocatalysts, and Fe-based electrocatalysts is provided, as they are essential for the accurate reporting of experimental results. The current challenges and potential opportunities in this field, including the innovation of material design systems, value-added product yields, and challenges for products beyond N2 and large-scale sewage treatment, are highlighted.

161 citations

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TL;DR: It is concluded from the current literature that surface modification of Ti implants can be generated that offer both osteoinductive and antimicrobial properties.
Abstract: Titanium (Ti) plays a predominant role as the material of choice in orthopaedic and dental implants. Despite the majority of Ti implants having long-term success, premature failure due to unsuccessful osseointegration leading to aseptic loosening is still too common. Recently, surface topography modification and biological/non-biological coatings have been integrated into orthopaedic/dental implants in order to mimic the surrounding biological environment as well as reduce the inflammation/infection that may occur. In this review, we summarize the impact of various Ti coatings on cell behaviour both in vivo and in vitro. First, we focus on the Ti surface properties and their effects on osteogenesis and then on bacterial adhesion and viability. We conclude from the current literature that surface modification of Ti implants can be generated that offer both osteoinductive and antimicrobial properties.

128 citations