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  • Polymer Composites for Intelligent Food Packaging Solutions

    • 1st Edition
    • Shakeel Ahmed + 1 more
    • English
    Polymer Composites for Intelligent Food Packaging Solutions offers a comprehensive exploration on the use of polymer composites in innovative and sustainable food packaging solutions. This contemporary guide examines fundamental principles, selection criteria, characterization methods, and recent advances in polymer science and packaging technology. With a focus on bio-based, nano-enhanced, and biodegradable materials, it provides researchers, engineers, and professionals with essential knowledge on flexible, rigid, active, and intelligent packaging solutions. By analyzing upcoming trends, challenges, and real-world scenarios, it fosters progress in developing safer, and more efficient packaging solutions, benefiting those seeking to improve their understanding of polymer composites usage in food packaging applications.This book will serve as an authoritative reference on leveraging polymer composites to meet growing demands through interdisciplinary insights and emphasis on practical implementation, exploring distinct advantages of various composite categories for intelligent packaging solutions.

  • Advanced Magnetic Nanomaterials for Wastewater Remediation and Green Hydrogen Energy Generation

    Synthesis, Properties and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Rohit Jasrotia + 1 more
    • English
    Advanced Magnetic Nanomaterials for Wastewater Remediation and Green Hydrogen Energy Generation presents the latest developments in this important field. The book provides an overview of cutting-edge research which addresses the latest scenarios, key developments, as well as future aspects and challenges and opportunities.This book will be valuable reference resource for academic and industrial researchers, as well as materials scientists and engineers, and other professionals working in, the area of advanced magnetic nanomaterials for wastewater remediation and green hydrogen energy applications.

  • Additive Manufacturing of Polymer Composites

    Technologies, Materials, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Hamid Reza Vanaei + 3 more
    • English
    Additive Manufacturing of Polymer Composites: Technologies, Materials, and Applications provides a comprehensive and multidisciplinary exploration of the intersection between additive manufacturing (AM) and polymer matrix composites (PMCs). The book covers new developments such as smart composites, 4D printing, and AI-driven process optimization—areas not yet fully addressed in the current literature. Its content structure follows a logical progression: it begins with a foundational overview of AM and PMCs, explores materials and their properties, examines technological processes and process parameter optimization, and then addresses advanced characterization, quality control, and applications.Future perspectives, including sustainability, smart materials, and digital innovations are also included. Key themes include material-process integration, quality assurance, sustainability, and the application of AM-PMCs in complex engineering contexts.

  • Bioenergy Production from Municipal Sewage Sludge

    Technological Advancements and Greenhouse Gases Emissions
    • 1st Edition
    • Qilin Wang + 3 more
    • English
    Bioenergy Production from Municipal Sewage Sludge: Technological Advancements and Greenhouse Gases Emissions considers various bioenergy production applications and sewage waste sludge treatments that promote further development of bioenergy, a key player in the industry’s transition to net zero. Specific chapters cover bioenergy production in the sludge anaerobic digestion process, pyrolysis of sludge for bioenergy production, and the potential limitations or challenges of bioenergy production from sludge. The book also carefully considers greenhouse gas emissions and control in sludge treatment processes.Written for undergraduate and graduate students studying environmental science, engineering, or related fields, as well as industrial researchers, practitioners, and wastewater treatment plant operators alike, this is sure to be a welcomed resource.

  • Smart Self-Healing Polymer Nanocomposites

    Processes, Performance and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Md Enamul Hoque + 1 more
    • English
    Smart Self-Healing Polymer Nanocomposites: Processes, Performance and Applications provides a detailed review of the latest advances in this important research field. The book explores the fundamental principles, synthesis methodologies, characterization techniques, performance characteristics, and practical applications associated with these materials. It focuses on the underlying mechanisms driving self-healing behavior, including the encapsulation of healing agents, reversible chemical bonds, and stimuli-responsive triggers, offering readers a detailed understanding of the molecular-level interactions that enable these materials to repair damage. Moreover, the book examines the influence of nanofillers, such as nanoparticles and nanofibers, on enhancing mechanical properties, imparting multifunctionality, and facilitating self-healing capabilities.This will be a valuable reference resource for both researchers and engineers who are seeking to push the boundaries in materials science and harness the transformative power of self-healing polymer nanocomposites for a sustainable future.

  • Thin-Walled Structural Members Under Web Crippling Loadings

    Finite Element Analysis, Design, and Integrated Testing
    • 1st Edition
    • Ehab Ellobody
    • English
    Thin-Walled Structural Members Under Web Crippling Loadings: Finite Element Analysis, Design, and Integrated Testing addresses a critical and specialized area in structural engineering focused on the behavior, analysis, and design of thin-walled steel members subjected to web crippling loadings. This reference integrates experimental testing, advanced numerical modeling, and international design codes to improve understanding and practical design of cold-formed steel structures worldwide. The book offers in-depth coverage of experimental testing procedures and finite element analysis, including practical guidance on software tools, model verification, and validation best practices. It includes design examples that demonstrate real-world applications across multiple international codes. The book also presents integrated comparisons of experimental, numerical, and design results, discusses failure modes, and incorporates reliability analyses and parametric studies.This book serves as a valuable resource for researchers, structural and design engineers, graduate and PhD students, as well as manufacturers and industry professionals, with advanced methodologies to enhance the safety, performance, and innovation of thin-walled structural members under web crippling loadings.

  • Recycling and Reuse of Composite Materials

    • 1st Edition
    • N. M. Nurazzi + 4 more
    • English
    Recycling and Reuse of Composite Materials presents the latest developments in this important research field. The book begins with a brief introductory section explaining the fundamentals of composite recycling including sorting and separation techniques for waste composites. Thermal, mechanical and chemical recycling processes are then discussed in detail as well as information on the additives used in recycled composites. The middle section of the book then discusses the various types of recycled composites that are currently commercially available and their related technology. These include thermoplastic, thermoset-matrix waste, metal-waste and rubber-polymer based composites. The utilization of lignocellulosic waste is also discussed in detail.The chapters address the challenges and solutions in recycling these complex structures for a board range of different applications. With its focus on idea generation and informed decision-making, the book will serve as a valuable reference resource for individuals engaged in research, design, and engineering across both public and private sectors, fostering a vision for sustainable product development.

  • Sustainable Bioenergy Production from Agricultural Biomass and Waste

    • 1st Edition
    • Wojciech CzekaÅ‚a
    • English
    Sustainable Bioenergy Production from Agricultural Biomass and Waste, the latest release in the Woodhead Bioenergy series, provides a comprehensive overview of the conversion of agricultural biomass and waste to bioenergy, covering characteristics, properties, and energy use by source, and offering in-depth information on a range of biological treatment processes to produce biogas and biomethane, bioethanol, and biodiesel, as well as thermal treatment processes. Additionally, the book discusses the environmental, social, and economic aspects of converting agricultural biomass and waste to energy, along with the role and combination of biological and thermal aspects in the context of sustainable development.This book will be of interest to scientists, researchers, engineers, industrial practitioners, and graduate and postgraduate students working on, or looking to understand, how to utilize and add value to agricultural biomass and waste.

  • Biomaterials and Regenerative Medicine in Ophthalmology

    • 3rd Edition
    • Damien Harkin + 2 more
    • English
    Biomaterials and Regenerative Medicine in Ophthalmology, Third Edition provides an introduction and outline of the biomaterial-ocular surface interface, laying a broad foundation regarding materials, properties, tissue interaction, and design coverage. Subsequent sections systematically cover strategies for reconstruction before exploring other applications, as well as industry and clinical perspectives. In addition, detailed methods for the design and development of ophthalmic biomaterials are outlined, along with supporting industry and clinical case studies, to offer practical insights and allow for improved translation into research and therapeutics. The book is suitable for researchers, academics, and postgraduate students wanting to gain a deeper understanding.In addition, it may also be of interest to R&D groups developing novel ophthalmic biomaterials, as well as clinicians and ophthalmologists with an interest in biomaterials and regenerative strategies.

  • Graphene-Based Polymer Composites for Biomedical Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Tanima Bhattacharya + 2 more
    • English
    Graphene-Based Polymer Composites for Biomedical Applications thoroughly reviews the incorporation of graphene into polymer matrices for use in various biomedical applications. Fundamental principles and key aspects of graphene are introduced, including properties, methods of synthesis, and procedures for characterization. Readers are guided through a selection of polymer matrices, dispersion techniques, and fabrication processes to enhance the structural, mechanical, electrical, and thermal characteristics of graphene-polymer composites. A wide range of biomedical applications is assessed, including usage in drug delivery systems, tissue engineering scaffolds, biosensors, medical imaging contrast agents, and blood/brain interfaces, while also carefully considering key advantages and challenges. Finally, translational and safety aspects are detailed, outlining requirements and expectations for biocompatibility assessments, safety considerations, and regulatory frameworks. This is a useful reference for researchers and academics in the fields of materials science, biomedical engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, and tissue engineering.

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