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  • Design of Functional Polymer Nanocomposites

    Interface and Interphase Reactions, Compatibilization and Bond Behavior, and Functionalization Procedures
    • 1st Edition
    • Rotimi Sadiku + 3 more
    • English
    Design of Functional Polymer Nanocomposites: Interface and Interphase Reactions, Compatibilization and Bond Behavior, and Functionalization Procedures reviews the latest developments in this fast-moving research field. The book discusses interface and interphase interactions in polymer nanocomposites, as well as compatibilization behavior and different functionalization procedures. It illustrates how each of these essential tools can be used in the design of new polymer nanocomposites for a broad range of different industrial-scale applications.In the research and development of polymer nanocomposites, the interface and interphase reactions of different constituents is extremely important. They play a vital role in introducing additional features and in the final resultant properties of the nanocomposite. In addition, final properties are also dependent upon the bond behavior and the reaction and interface created between the two constituents.

  • Advanced Structural Analysis

    From Theory to Computer Implementation (OpenSees Examples with Python Code Solutions)
    • 1st Edition
    • Juan Camilo Molina Villegas
    • English
    Advanced Structural Analysis: From Theory to Computer Implementation (OpenSees Examples with Python Code Solutions) starts by laying out the differential equations governing various structural elements and shows how to solve simple structures directly using concepts from differential equations and boundary value problems. Introducing the Green’s Functions Stiffness Method (GFSM), a novel technique related to the traditional Stiffness Method (SM) and FEM, the GFSM corrects FEM and merges SM's strengths with those of Green’s Functions. The book features numerous examples and exercises with Python code solutions, some of which also demonstrate the use of OpenSees, a popular FEM program.By offering theoretical foundations and practical numerical implementations, it provides a comprehensive understanding of structural analysis concepts.

  • A Unified Hardening Constitutive Theory for Soils

    Fundamentals of Plasticity for Geomaterials
    • 1st Edition
    • Yangping Yao
    • English
    A Unified Hardening Constitutive Theory for Soils: Fundamentals of Plasticity for Geomaterials provides a unified hardening (UH) theory capable of uniformly describing the behaviors of both sand and clay. The models developed within the UH theory framework are characterized by their simplicity and efficiency, requiring only a few parameters that have clear physical meanings. The book not only deepens the theoretical understanding of soil mechanics and related fields but also provides a practical reference for a wide range of civil engineering and geotechnical applications.The insights and outcomes presented are important in terms of advancing theoretical knowledge and facilitating practical engineering solutions.

  • Wastes to Low-Carbon Construction Materials

    • 1st Edition
    • Lei Wang + 2 more
    • English
    Wastes to Low-Carbon Construction Materials provides a comprehensive overview of the utilization of wastes in the production of low-carbon construction materials. It covers a wide range of topics, including the basics of waste-tomaterials, the use of various types of waste, the manufacturing and processing of low-carbon construction materials, and the design and applications of wasteto-materials in low-carbon construction. Notable features of this book include the detailed discussion of different wastes, such as industrial, agricultural and municipal solid wastes and their properties and characteristics as construction materials. It also explores the manufacturing processes, performance, durability and environmental impact of low-carbon construction materials, as well as the emerging technologies for their production. In addition, this book introduces environmental impacts and economic benefits of using waste materials in construction, making it a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners and policymakers interested in sustainable building practices.

  • Nanostructured Thin Film Deposition by Sputtering

    From Fundamentals to Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Kanak Kalita + 3 more
    • English
    Nanostructured Thin Film Deposition by Sputtering: From Fundamentals to Applications provides an exhaustive overview of the significant influence of sputtering in the production of nanostructured thin films. It begins with a review of the historical evolution and fundamental principles inherent to sputtering before delving into a thorough examination of thin films, covering their distinctive properties, the impact of sputtering, and the role of target materials. Building upon this base, the book unveils advanced sputtering methodologies, augmented with applicable case studies. The book provides an in-depth study of nanostructured thin films, addressing their diverse forms, and the elaborate procedures for nanostructure characterization. Finally, it embarks on an extensive analysis of the broad range of applications of sputtered nanostructured thin films, with a focus on sectors such as electronics, optics, biomedicine, and environmental science, as well as promising domains like automotive, oil and gas, food, and energy sectors. This approach offers a sweeping view of sputtering, bridging basic concepts and sophisticated aspects, thereby crafting an invaluable compendium for both researchers and learners in the field.

  • Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites

    Materials and Manufacturing
    • 1st Edition
    • Madhu Puttegowda + 2 more
    • English
    Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites: Materials and Manufacturing systematically explores the essential concepts and latest advancements in fiber-reinforced polymer composites. This comprehensive book begins with an introduction to composite materials, progressing to detailed discussions on reinforcements, polymers, and innovative manufacturing techniques. It addresses characterization of these composites, environmental considerations, design and analysis, joining and repair, and their durability and performance. Each chapter contributes to a deeper understanding, from basic principles to sophisticated real-world applications. It is a valuable reference for researchers, material scientists, engineers, polymer chemists, and manufacturers invested in sustainable polymer composite materials.

  • Polymer Nanocomposite Membranes in Water Treatment and Desalination

    Recent Developments, Future Opportunities, and Sustainable Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Md Rezaur Rahman + 1 more
    • English
    Over the past few years, significant research has been conducted into the development of polymeric nanocomposite membranes to increase environmental sustainability and to demonstrate their benefits for commercial water treatment and desalination applications. Polymer Nanocomposite Membranes for Water Treatment and Desalination: Recent Developments, Future Opportunities, and Sustainable Applications presents the latest research findings in this important field.The book summarizes current advances in the production, characterization, and applications of these membranes for water treatment and desalination. Bio-composite alterations, functional group additions, and nanomaterial assemblies are also examined in depth. The current breakthroughs in reverse osmosis, oil removal, heavy metals removal, dye removal, photocatalytic degradation of organic contaminants, and pesticide removal from wastewater are also discussed. Additionally, the book also highlights bacteria removal by polymeric nanocomposite membranes as well as the major benefits and drawbacks of various adsorbent materials. Special emphasis is also placed on the adsorption mechanism, which includes chemisorption and physisorption.The book will be a valuable reference source for academic and industrial researchers, as well as early career researchers who are working in the research and development of polymer nanocomposite membranes for water treatment and desalination.

  • Fatigue in Composites

    Science, Damage Mechanics, and Design Applications
    • 2nd Edition
    • Marino Quaresimin
    • English
    Fatigue in Composites: Science, Damage Mechanics, and Design Applications, Second Edition, provides an authoritative review of the current knowledge on the fatigue behavior of polymeric composites. It covers, in detail, a wide range of different problems encountered by designers in the automotive, marine, and structural engineering industries. Divided over three sections, the first section of chapters is designed to illustrate the advances in the investigation methodologies and the response of different composites under cyclic loadings, with special emphasis on damage mechanisms. The second section presents more advanced topics, such as the response of materials under in-service or extreme conditions, as well as theoretical developments and damage-based modeling approaches. In the third and final section, industrial cases and applications in different fields of engineering are discussed.Leading scientists from academia and industry have prepared the different chapters. Particular care has been devoted to coordinating the content, style, and philosophy behind the various chapters with the central aim to provide a consistent and coherent approach. Several new topics have been included that were not available in the first edition, in view of the recent advances, such as the availability of new investigation techniques and the development of new areas of activity. Particular emphasis has been given to the damage mechanics of composites subjected to fatigue loading, which is discussed from several different points of view: experimental investigation techniques, modeling approaches, and damage-based design procedures. Several other innovative topics include certification issues, the effects of processing and manufacturing-induce... defects on the fatigue response, and structural health monitoring strategies and methods.This book is an essential reference resource for academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists, and engineers working on the design, analysis, and manufacture of composite material systems in various industrial sectors, including aerospace, automotive, marine, offshore, civil, and space.

  • High Performance Basalt Fiber

    Fundamentals and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Peng-Cheng Ma + 1 more
    • English
    Basalt fiber possesses many superior properties, such as excellent mechanical properties, high resistance to the chemical, temperature and environmental attacks, and outstanding electrical and sound insulation. In addition, it is cost-effective and environmentally friendly because the raw materials are widely found in nature and the fiber can be discarded into the environment without any negative effect. Basalt fiber has attracted great attention as reinforcement for composites in recent years, and developed materials have been extensively used in transportation, automobile, aerospace, and civil engineering.Despite its many attractive attributes, and the contributions of basalt fiber, there are still numerous challenges to be addressed in terms of preparation, properties, and application. In addition, some of the merits of this high-performance fiber reported in the literature are usually inconsistent and incomplete, where intuition often prevails over rationality.High Performance Basalt Fiber: Fundamentals and Applications provides a comprehensive and systematic review of the latest developments in this important research field. It offers a complete and thorough analysis of the correlation between the structure and properties of basalt fiber, as well as key methods and technologies for the preparation and application of this fiber and it related composites. There is also a detailed overview of the history of basalt fiber, as well functionalization and recent state-of-art progress on basalt fiber and its corresponding composites. The book will thus fill a gap in the field, in terms of not only covering the theory but more importantly the latest technologies.

  • Nanogels: Fundamentals to Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Anurag Kumar Singh + 3 more
    • English
    Nanogels: Fundamentals to Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Applications provides a comprehensive overview of nanogels, focusing on design principles, crosslinking methods, and therapeutic agent delivery. It covers nanogels' thermal properties, stabilization, chemical modifications, and biocompatibility. The book details biomedical applications, including bioimaging, sensing, drug delivery, and tissue engineering. It also explores in-vivo assessments, responsive therapies, and safety considerations, including toxicity, clearance mechanisms, and immunological responses, offering new insights into nanogel technology.Nanogels: Fundamentals to Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Applications offers an exciting look into this emerging area and is of particular interest to healthcare professionals and researchers working on nanocarrier-based drug delivery, focusing on porous nanogel nanocarriers.

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