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Handbook of Polymer Nanocomposites for Industrial Applications
- 1st Edition - October 27, 2020
- Editor: Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 8 2 1 4 9 7 - 8
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 8 2 2 6 6 9 - 8
Handbook of Polymer Nanocomposites for Industrial Applications summarizes the properties of polymer nanocomposites, discusses their industrial scale fabrication methods, and presen… Read more
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Request a sales quoteHandbook of Polymer Nanocomposites for Industrial Applications summarizes the properties of polymer nanocomposites, discusses their industrial scale fabrication methods, and presents their applications for various industrial sectors at both experimental and theoretical models scales. The book also addresses existing challenges for the use of polymer nanocomposites in major industrial sectors. Overall, the aim of this book is to summarize the recent advancements in the use of PNCs in a variety of industry sectors. Particular attention is paid to those approaches that enable green and sustainable industrial developments. The legal, economical and toxicity aspects of polymer nanocomposite are also presented in detail.
- Comprehensively explores how polymer nanocomposites are being used to create more efficient products and devices in a variety of industry sectors
- Explores the environmental, legal, health and safety issues of using polymer nanocomposites in an industrial context
- Develops a roadmap to the wider commercial utilization of polymer nanocomposites
- Emphasizes the use of polymer nanocomposites in green and sustainable technologies
Materials Scientists and Engineers in academia and R&D
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- List of Contributors
- Chapter 1. Transparent polymer nanocomposites based on two-dimensional materials and their multiple applications
- Abstract
- 1.1 Introduction
- 1.2 Fabrication technologies
- 1.3 Functional and transparent two-dimensional-polymer nanocomposites
- 1.4 Summary and outlook
- References
- Chapter 2. Polycarbonate-based polyurethane nanocomposite films
- Abstract
- 2.1 Introduction
- 2.2 Experimental
- 2.3 Results and discussion
- 2.4 Conclusion
- Acknowledgements
- Important Websites About the Topic
- Selected Important Highly Cited References—Polyurethane Nanocomposites
- References
- Chapter 3. Polymer nanocomposites from the flame retardancy viewpoint: A comprehensive classification of nanoparticle performance using the flame retardancy index
- Abstract
- 3.1 Introduction
- 3.2 Polymer nanocomposites containing mineral nanoparticles
- 3.3 Polymer nanocomposites containing carbon-based nanoparticles
- 3.4 Polymer nanocomposites containing silicon-based nanoparticles
- 3.5 Polymer nanocomposites containing metal oxide nanoparticles
- 3.6 Flame retardancy of polymer nanocomposites: an overall view
- References
- Chapter 4. Waste-mediated synthesis of polymer nanocomposites and assessment of their industrial potential exploitations
- Abstract
- 4.1 Introduction
- 4.2 Industrial pollutants management
- 4.3 Conclusions and future Trends
- Acknowledgments
- Important websites about the topic
- References
- Chapter 5. Polymeric composite/nanocomposite membranes for diverse applications
- Abstract
- 5.1 Introduction
- 5.2 Thin film composite membranes
- 5.3 Thin film nanocomposite membranes
- 5.4 Conclusions
- Acknowledgments
- References
- Chapter 6. Application of polymer nanocomposites in food and bioprocessing industries
- Abstract
- 6.1 Introduction
- 6.2 Classification of PNCs according to polymers used
- 6.3 Classification of PNCs based on nanoparticles
- 6.4 Uses in food industry
- 6.5 Uses in bioprocessing
- 6.6 Conclusions and future prospects
- References
- Chapter 7. Polymer nanocomposite’s applications in food and bioprocessing industry
- Abstract
- 7.1 Introduction
- 7.2 Polymer nanocomposites: food and bioprocessing industry
- 7.3 Nanocomposites application
- 7.4 Nanoencapsulation of bioactive compounds
- 7.5 Nanocomposites and toxicological risks
- 7.6 Conclusions
- References
- Chapter 8. Agrofiber nanocomposites for industrial applications
- Abstract
- 8.1 Abaca
- 8.2 Coir
- 8.3 Hemp
- 8.4 Kapok fiber
- 8.5 Summary
- References
- Chapter 9. Food and bioprocessing industry
- Abstract
- 9.1 Introduction
- 9.2 Fermentation and fermented products
- 9.3 Processed foods: Cheese/yogurt
- 9.4 Processing of foods: Food spoilage and preservation
- 9.5 Food prevention
- 9.6 Food processing industries and their by-products
- 9.7 Nanotechnology in food processing
- 9.8 Conclusions
- Acknowledgment
- References
- Chapter 10. Polymer/layered double hydroxide nanocomposites: Modern industrial applications
- Abstract
- 10.1 Introduction and challenges
- 10.2 Layered double hydroxide/polymer nanocomposites
- 10.3 Biomedical applications of layered double hydroxide/polymer nanocomposites
- 10.4 Lessons learned and moving forward
- Acknowledgments
- Important websites about the topic
- References
- Chapter 11. Nanocomposites based on ethylene vinyl acetate reinforced with different types of nanoparticles: potential applications
- Abstract
- 11.1 Introduction
- 11.2 Materials and methods
- 11.3 Results and discussion
- 11.4 Conclusions
- Acknowledgments
- References
- Chapter 12. Antimicrobial polymer nanocomposite films and coatings
- Abstract
- 12.1 Introduction
- 12.2 Synthesis and properties of antimicrobial polymer nanocomposite films and coatings
- 12.3 Antimicrobial performance of polymer nanocomposites (mechanism of action)
- 12.4 Industrial applications of antimicrobial polymer nanocomposites
- 12.5 Significance of naturally derived materials in antimicrobial polymer nanocomposites
- 12.6 Advantages and limitations of antimicrobial polymer nanocomposites
- 12.7 Conclusion and future prospects
- References
- Chapter 13. Aerospace and vehicle industry
- Abstract
- 13.1 Nanocomposites
- 13.2 Fabrication of nanocomposites
- 13.3 Nanocomposites for aerospace industries
- 13.4 Nanocomposites for vehicle industries
- 13.5 Inferential comments
- References
- Chapter 14. Polymer nanocomposites as industrially useful corrosion inhibitors: recent developments
- Abstract
- Abbreviations
- 14.1 Introduction
- 14.2 Polymer nanocomposites as corrosion inhibitors
- 14.3 Conclusions
- Acknowledgments
- Important websites about the topic
- References
- Chapter 15. Recent progress in hybrid nanocomposites containing chitosan/metal oxide as innovative adsorbents for water remediation
- Abstract
- 15.1 Introduction
- 15.2 Adsorption process
- 15.3 Literature survey on adsorption ability of chitosan nanocomposites
- 15.4 Conclusions and recommendations
- Acknowledgments
- Important websites about the topic
- References
- Chapter 16. Current development in poly(vinyl alcohol) nanocomposites for heavy metal ions removal
- Abstract
- 16.1 Introduction
- 16.2 Heavy metal ions
- 16.3 Conclusions
- Acknowledgments
- Important websites about the topic
- References
- Chapter 17. Utilization of starch and starch/carbonaceous nanocomposites for removal of pollutants from wastewater
- Abstract
- 17.1 Introduction
- 17.2 Applications of starch and starch/carbonaceous nanocomposites for the elimination of pollutants from wastewater
- 17.3 Conclusions and future trends
- Acknowledgments
- Important websites about the topic
- References
- Chapter 18. Application of gum polysaccharide nanocomposites in the removal of industrial organic and inorganic pollutants
- Abstract
- 18.1 Introduction
- 18.2 Decontamination of industrial pollutants by gum polysaccharide
- 18.3 Conclusions and future perspectives
- Acknowledgments
- Important websites about the topic
- References
- Chapter 19. Nanomaterial in additive manufacturing for energy storage applications
- Abstract
- 19.1 Introduction
- 19.2 Experimentation
- 19.3 Results and discussion
- 19.4 Conclusions
- Acknowledgment
- References
- Chapter 20. Polyaniline-graphite nanocomposite based modified cladding optical fiber gas sensors
- Abstract
- 20.1 Introduction
- 20.2 Polyaniline nanostructures
- 20.3 Graphite nanofiber
- 20.4 Review of ammonia sensors based on polyaniline and polyaniline/graphite nanofiber nanocomposite
- 20.5 Fabrication of etched-tapered single mode optical fiber transducing platform
- 20.6 Synthesis of polyaniline nanofiber/graphite nanofiber thin film
- 20.7 Polyaniline\graphite nanofiber nanocomposite thin films
- 20.8 Ammonia sensing setup design
- 20.9 Ammonia gas testing results of modified single mode optical fiber sensors coated with polyaniline\graphite nanofiber nanocomposite
- 20.10 Optical sensing mechanism of polyaniline\graphite nanofiber toward NH3
- 20.11 Summary
- Acknowledgment
- References
- Chapter 21. Dielectric industry of polymer nanocomposites
- Abstract
- 21.1 Introduction
- 21.2 Polymer nanocomposites for indoor applications
- 21.3 Polymer nanocomposites for outdoor insulation
- References
- Chapter 22. Development of biobased wood polymer nanocomposites: industrial applications, market, and future trends
- Abstract
- 22.1 Introduction
- 22.2 Wood polymer nanocomposites
- 22.3 Constituents of wood polymer nanocomposites
- 22.4 Cross-linkers
- 22.5 Nanofillers for wood polymer nanocomposites
- 22.6 Characterization of wood polymer nanocomposites
- 22.7 Properties of wood polymer nanocomposites
- 22.8 Application and market trends
- 22.9 Conclusion and future scope
- References
- Chapter 23. Wood-polymer composites and nanocomposites: Building and reconstruction materials of the future
- Abstract
- 23.1 Introduction
- 23.2 Historical wood polymer composites
- 23.3 Historical wood polymer nanocomposites
- 23.4 The future of hWPCs and hWPNCs
- 23.5 Conclusions
- References
- Chapter 24. Polymer nanocomposites in additive manufacturing processes for typical applications in the industry
- Abstract
- 24.1 Introduction: Few basic concepts about additive manufacturing
- 24.2 Preparation of polymeric nanocomposites for three-dimensional printing: A few critical aspects
- 24.3 Polymeric nanocomposites systems for additive manufacturing technologies
- 24.4 Graphene or carbon-based nanocomposites in additive manufacturing processes
- 24.5 Polymer with minerals or ceramics
- 24.6 Metallic nanoparticles/complexes embedded in polymeric matrices
- 24.7 Polymer/quantum dots
- 24.8 Multimaterial laminated systems
- 24.9 From three-simensional to four-dimensional printing: Fabrication of responsive three-dimensional printed structures based on nanocomposites
- 24.10 Polymeric composite materials used in four-dimensional printing
- 24.11 Conclusions
- Acknowledgments
- Websites Reference
- References
- Chapter 25. Nanocomposite biomaterials made by 3D printing: Achievements and challenges
- Abstract
- 25.1 Introduction
- 25.2 3D Printing technology
- 25.3 3D printing of nanocomposite biomaterials
- 25.4 Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 26. An overview on additive manufacturing of biopolymer nanocomposites
- Abstract
- 26.1 Introduction
- 26.2 Brief history—three-dimensional printing technology
- 26.3 Three-dimensional printing technologies
- 26.4 Three-dimensional printing of polymer matrix nanocomposites
- 26.5 Application of three-dimensional printed polymer nanocomposites
- 26.6 Present and future perspectives
- Acknowledgments
- References
- Chapter 27. Sensors and biosensors nanocomposites based on polymer/inorganic nanostructures
- Abstract
- 27.1 Introduction
- 27.2 Preparation methods of nanocomposites based on polymer matrix
- 27.3 Classification of nanostructure materials in polymer nanocomposite
- 27.4 Electrochemical sensing and biosensing applications
- 27.5 Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 28. Green sustainability and the application of polymer nanocomposites—a vast vision for the future
- Abstract
- 28.1 Introduction
- 28.2 The aim and objective of this study
- 28.3 The scientific doctrine of green sustainability
- 28.4 The vast scientific applications of nanocomposites
- 28.5 Sustainable development and nanotechnology
- 28.6 Green sustainability and environmental protection
- 28.7 Recent scientific advances in the field of green and environmental sustainability
- 28.8 Recent scientific endeavor in the field of nanocomposites
- 28.9 Nanocomposites and nanomaterials for environmental protection
- 28.10 The scientific truth and the vision of environmental sustainability
- 28.11 Future recommendations of the study and future flow of scientific thoughts
- 28.12 Conclusion and scientific perspectives
- 28.13 Important websites for reference
- References
- Index
- No. of pages: 782
- Language: English
- Edition: 1
- Published: October 27, 2020
- Imprint: Elsevier
- Paperback ISBN: 9780128214978
- eBook ISBN: 9780128226698
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Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain
Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain is an Adjunct Professor and Director of Laboratories at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), Newark, NJ, USA. His research focuses on the applications of nanotechnology and advanced materials, environmental management, analytical chemistry, and other various industries. He is a prolific author and editor for Elsevier, the American Chemical Society, the Royal Society of Chemistry, John Wiley & Sons, CRC Press, and Springer.
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Adjunct Professor & Director of Laboratories, New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), Newark, NJ, USARead Handbook of Polymer Nanocomposites for Industrial Applications on ScienceDirect