
Cellulose Fibre Reinforced Composites
Interface Engineering, Processing and Performance
- 1st Edition - October 29, 2022
- Imprint: Woodhead Publishing
- Editors: R. Arun Ramnath, Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa, Vincenzo Fiore, Suchart Siengchin
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 0 1 2 5 - 3
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 0 1 2 6 - 0
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Cellulose Fibre Reinforced Composites: Interface Engineering, Processing and Performance provides an up-to-date review of current research in cellulose fiber reinforced polymer composites. Key emphasis is placed on interface engineering, modern technologies needed for processing and materials performance in industrial applications. Novel techniques for interfacial adhesion, characterization and assessment of cellulose fiber reinforced composites are also discussed, along with current trends and future directions. With contributions from leading researchers in industry, academic, government and private research institutions from across the globe, the book will be an essential reference resource for all those working in the field of cellulose fibers and their composites.
- Reviews advances in recent research towards enhancing the mechanical properties of cellulose fiber composites
- Discusses interface engineering and modern technologies needed for processing cellulose fiber composites
- Includes case studies of problems with interfaces and practical industrial applications
Academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists, chemists and engineers working in cellulose fibre composites. Postgraduate students in plastic and textile institutes, materials science and engineering
1. Cellulose fibre reinforced composites-History of evolution, chemistry and structure
2. Creating hierarchical structures in cellulose fibre reinforced composites
3. Electro spun cellulose composite nanofibres
4. Chemical modification of cellulose fibre surfaces
5. Physical modification of cellulose fibre surfaces
6. Interface Engineering-Matrix modification in cellulose fibre composites
7. Characterization of fibre surface treatment by Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) and Raman Spectroscopy
8. Evaluation of the effect of processing and surface treatment on the interfacial adhesion in cellulose fibre composites
9. Manufacturing aspects of cellulose fibre reinforced composites
10. Compression and Injection molding techniques
11. Mechanical testing and assessment of cellulose fibre composites
12. Thermo mechanical characterization of cellulose fibre composites
13. Evaluation of moisture uptake behaviour in cellulose fibre
14. Electro kinetic characterization of interfacial properties in cellulose fibre reinforced composites
15. Assessment of interface in cellulose fibre composites- Raman spectroscopy and X-ray scattering
16. Life cycle assessment(LCA) of cellulose fibre reinforced composites
17. Application of cellulose fibre reinforced composites and its future prospects
2. Creating hierarchical structures in cellulose fibre reinforced composites
3. Electro spun cellulose composite nanofibres
4. Chemical modification of cellulose fibre surfaces
5. Physical modification of cellulose fibre surfaces
6. Interface Engineering-Matrix modification in cellulose fibre composites
7. Characterization of fibre surface treatment by Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) and Raman Spectroscopy
8. Evaluation of the effect of processing and surface treatment on the interfacial adhesion in cellulose fibre composites
9. Manufacturing aspects of cellulose fibre reinforced composites
10. Compression and Injection molding techniques
11. Mechanical testing and assessment of cellulose fibre composites
12. Thermo mechanical characterization of cellulose fibre composites
13. Evaluation of moisture uptake behaviour in cellulose fibre
14. Electro kinetic characterization of interfacial properties in cellulose fibre reinforced composites
15. Assessment of interface in cellulose fibre composites- Raman spectroscopy and X-ray scattering
16. Life cycle assessment(LCA) of cellulose fibre reinforced composites
17. Application of cellulose fibre reinforced composites and its future prospects
- Edition: 1
- Published: October 29, 2022
- Imprint: Woodhead Publishing
- Language: English
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R. Arun Ramnath
Prof. R. Arun Ramnath received the B.E. (Mechanical Engineering) from Anna University, Chennai, India in 2010 and M. Tech (Engineering Design) from PSG College of Technology, Coimbatore, India in 2016. He is a Life Member of the Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE) and an Associate Member of the Institute of Engineers (India). He has published numerous research papers and book chapters in the field of composite materials in peer reviewed international journals. His current research areas include composite materials, natural fibres and machining.
Affiliations and expertise
Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, PSG College of Technology, Coimbatore, IndiaSR
Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa
Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa serves as a Principal Research Scientist and Advisor for International Development at King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok, Thailand. He holds a BEng in Mechanical Engineering (2010), an MTech in Computational Analysis (2013), and a PhD in Mechanical Engineering Science (2018) from Visvesvaraya Technological University, India, followed by a Post-Doctorate from KMUTNB (2019). A prolific researcher in materials science and composites, his research focuses on natural fiber composites, polymer composites, and advanced material technology. He has received multiple accolades, including Outstanding Researcher Award 2021 from KMUTNB and recognition in Stanford University's Top 2% Most-Cited Scientists list. He also serves as an Associate Editor for Elsevier’s Heliyon and Frontier Materials, while holding seven patents across UK, Thailand, and India.
Affiliations and expertise
Principal Research Scientist and Associate Professor, Natural Composite Research Group Lab, Department of Materials and Production Engineering, The Sirindhorn International Thai-German Graduate School of Engineering, King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok, Wongsawang, Bangkok, ThailandVF
Vincenzo Fiore
Prof. Vincenzo Fiore graduated with honors in Materials Engineering from the University of Messina in 2004 and received his Ph.D. in "Economic analysis, technological innovation and management for territorial development policies" from the University of Palermo in 2008. He has published about 60 research papers (and four book chapters) in high quality peer reviewed journals on materials science, natural fibres and other hybrid composite materials. He has edited a few special issues for international conferences and has extensive experience as a referee for several international ISI journals. He is an active member of the Editorial Boards for several international journals including: Polymers, the Journal of Natural Fibers, Fibers and the Journal of Composites Science. His current research areas include composite materials, natural fibers, joining technology and materials aging behaviour.
Affiliations and expertise
Associate Professor, Department of Engineering, University of Palermo, ItalySS
Suchart Siengchin
Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Suchart Siengchin serves as the President of King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB). His academic journey spans German institutions, earning degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Technology, and Material Science, culminating in a PhD from the University of Kaiserslautern and habilitation from Chemnitz University. A distinguished researcher in polymer processing and composite materials, he serves as the Editor-in-Chief of KMUTNB’s International Journal of Applied Science and Technology. His excellence in research has been recognized with multiple KMUTNB Outstanding Researcher Awards (2010, 2012, 2013) and the National Excellence Researcher Award (2021) from the National Research Council of Thailand. He is ranked among Stanford University's top 2% scientists globally, reflecting his substantial impact in materials science and engineering.
Affiliations and expertise
President and Professor, Natural Composite Research Group Lab, Department of Materials and Production Engineering, The Sirindhorn International Thai-German Graduate School of Engineering, King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok, Wongsawang, Bangkok, ThailandRead Cellulose Fibre Reinforced Composites on ScienceDirect