Micro- and Nano-scale Surface and Interface Engineering
Synthesis, Characterization, and Applications
- 1st Edition - June 1, 2026
- Latest edition
- Editors: Ajay Kumar, Parveen Kumar, Ajit Behera, Pradeep Menezes
- Language: English
Micro- and Nano-scale Surface and Interface Engineering: Synthesis, Characterization, and Applications addresses the challenges of micro- and nano-scale surface and interf… Read more
Micro- and Nano-scale Surface and Interface Engineering: Synthesis, Characterization, and Applications addresses the challenges of micro- and nano-scale surface and interface engineering by providing a comprehensive exploration of surface design, texture, porous structure, surface reaction, degradation, and surface strengthening processes. It offers solutions for understanding interface reactions of materials, particularly in the context of micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS), biomaterials surfaces, self-cleaning structures, and surface modeling and characterization. The content extends to practical applications across diverse sectors, including microelectronics and nanoelectronics, microfluidics and lab-on-a-chip systems, nanomanufacturing, and nanofabrication. The focus lies on the scientific principles underpinning surface and interface engineering at the micro- and nano-scale, incorporating various surface modification techniques utilizing a spectrum of materials, ranging from traditional structural materials to advanced smart materials.
- Explores a comprehensive array of techniques, from surface and interface modification techniques and interface engineering, to modeling, and simulation methods, along with surface characterization techniques
- Discusses numerical, experimental, and computational approaches to micro- and nano-engineering at the surface and interface
- Addresses the challenges and limitations inherent in micro- and nano-engineering at the surface and interface, providing insightful perspectives on overcoming hurdles in this dynamic field
Researchers and advanced students across nanotechnology, materials science, and chemical engineering; Scientists, engineers, and R&D professionals with an interest in surface and interface engineering
1. Micro- and Nano-Engineering at Surface and Interface: A Bibliometric analysis
2. Micro- and Nano-Engineered surface and interface: Industry 4.0 perspectives
3. Micro- and Nano Surface Design and Surface texture
4. Characterization of Micro- and Nano-Engineered Surfaces and Interfaces: Metal, Ceramic and Polymer
5. Mathematical Optimization of Surface roughness and finish of Micro- and Nano manufactured parts
6. Simulation Modelling and FEM analysis at interfacial layers
7. Micro- and Nano-engineering of smart surfaces and interfaces
8. Tribological performances of micro and nano engineered surfaces
9. Surface stability, instability and degradation in Micro- and Nano-scale
10. Micro- and Nano-engineering for strengthening process
11. Behavior of interface at Micro-scale and Nano-scale in various structural application
12. Micro- and Nano-engineering for porous and other structures
13. Micro- and Nano-engineering surface for MEMS
14. Micro- and Nano-engineering for biomaterial surface
15. Micro- and Nano-engineering on 3D print surface
2. Micro- and Nano-Engineered surface and interface: Industry 4.0 perspectives
3. Micro- and Nano Surface Design and Surface texture
4. Characterization of Micro- and Nano-Engineered Surfaces and Interfaces: Metal, Ceramic and Polymer
5. Mathematical Optimization of Surface roughness and finish of Micro- and Nano manufactured parts
6. Simulation Modelling and FEM analysis at interfacial layers
7. Micro- and Nano-engineering of smart surfaces and interfaces
8. Tribological performances of micro and nano engineered surfaces
9. Surface stability, instability and degradation in Micro- and Nano-scale
10. Micro- and Nano-engineering for strengthening process
11. Behavior of interface at Micro-scale and Nano-scale in various structural application
12. Micro- and Nano-engineering for porous and other structures
13. Micro- and Nano-engineering surface for MEMS
14. Micro- and Nano-engineering for biomaterial surface
15. Micro- and Nano-engineering on 3D print surface
- Edition: 1
- Latest edition
- Published: June 1, 2026
- Language: English
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Ajay Kumar
Ajay Kumar is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, at JECRC University, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India. His areas of research include artificial intelligence, materials, incremental sheet forming, additive manufacturing, advanced manufacturing, Industry 4.0, waste management, and optimization techniques.
Affiliations and expertise
Professor (Research Track), Department of Mechanical Engineering, School of Core Engineering, Faculty of Science, Technology & Architecture, Manipal University Jaipur, IndiaPK
Parveen Kumar
Dr. Parveen is the Head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Rawal Institute of Engineering and Technology in Faridabad, India, where he also serves as an Assistant Professor. He holds a Ph.D. from the National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra, and has completed his B.Tech. (Hons.) from Kurukshetra University and M.Tech. (Distinction) in Manufacturing and Automation from Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak. With over 12 years of teaching and research experience, his expertise lies in intelligent manufacturing systems, materials, die-less forming, design of automotive systems, additive manufacturing, CAD/CAM, and artificial intelligence. Dr. Parveen has published several articles in reputable international journals, presented at conferences, and holds 8 national and international patents.
Affiliations and expertise
Skill Instructor, Skill Department of Automotive Studies, Shri Vishwakarma Skill University, Palwal, Haryana, IndiaAB
Ajit Behera
Dr. Ajit Behera is currently working as an Assistant. Professor in the Metallurgical & Materials Department at the National Institute of Technology, Rourkela. He completed his PhD at IIT-Kharagpur in 2016. He received the National "IEI Young Engineer Award" in 2022, "Yuva Rattan Award" in 2020, "C.V. Raman Award" in 2019, and "young faculty award" in 2017. He has published more than 180 publications, including books, Book chapters, and Journals. 05 PhD students awarded under his supervision and more than 10 PhD students are from his institute/outside the institute are working on different projects with him. Currently, he has published one textbook "Advanced Materials" which is a recognized book worldwide (https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-030-80359-9). Currently, assigned as The Honorary Secretary of The Institution of Engineers (India), Rourkela. His area of research is high temperature materials, surface engineering, smart materials, aero-space materials and characterization of materials. He is one of the Director of AMPRE ENGG. PVT. LTD. (https://ampre.co.in/) which target is to design the materials for the aero-industries using ‘additive manufacturing’ technique.
Affiliations and expertise
Assistant Professor, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering Department, National Institute of Technology, Rourkela, Odisha, IndiaPM
Pradeep Menezes
Dr. Pradeep L. Menezes is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Nevada, USA. Before joining this university, he worked as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee (UWM), and as a Research Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Menezes’s productive research career has produced more than several peer-reviewed journal publications book chapters, books related to tribology and a patent. He teaches Introduction to Tribology, Advanced Tribology, Surface Engineering, Introduction to Manufacturing Processes, Mechanical Design, and Engineering Composites. He participated in many national and international conferences in roles such as conference paper reviewer, conference review committee member, conference technical committee member, session chairman, Paper Solicitation Chair and technical session organizer.
Affiliations and expertise
Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering, University of Nevada, USA