Books in Materials engineering

Lightweight Composites

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
Mrityunjay Doddamani + 2 more
English

Lightweight Composites: Mechanics, Processing, Properties, and Applications provides practical information for all types of lightweight composites, including cutting-edge processing techniques and applications. It highlights the utilization of porosity in design and development of material systems in a unique and innovative way with strength and moduli property maps included throughout. The synthesis, mechanics, characterization, and testing of these materials are each covered at length, with particular attention paid to advanced manufacturing techniques such as 3D printing. Sandwich composites, lightweight nanocomposites, functionally-graded foams, syntactic foams, metal matrix composites, Al and Mg-based composites, and more are covered. Weight critical structural applications in aerospace, automobile, marine, electronics, sports, and biomedicine are also discussed,

Biodegradable Metals and Their Medical Applications

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
Yufeng Zheng
English

Biodegradable Metals and Their Medical Applications presents an authoritative overview of all aspects of biodegradable metals and their biomedical applications, from the definition, criteria, classification and alloying design of biodegradable metals, to the mechanical property optimization, degradation control, biological effect, surface treatment, and advanced manufacture technologies of various biodegradable alloying systems. In vitro and in vivo biocompatibility evaluations for each kind of degradable metallic biomaterials are also discussed, and medical devices designed for usage within bone, blood and other body microenvironments are presented, making this a complete resource for researchers in the fields of materials science and biomedical engineering.

Geopolymer Brick Technology

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
Ildiko Merta + 1 more
English

Geopolymer Brick Technology: Advancements in Durability, Strength, and Thermal Performance is a thorough guide on a research topic in which incremental progress has been made in recent years. The book opens with fundamental information, such as properties and production (both design and manufacturing techniques). It then includes various applications and useful LCA analysis. Recent advances with a particular focus on improvements in durability, strength, and thermal performance are discussed next, with valuable data supplied by real-world case studies. Considerations related to the material’s environmental impact, challenges, barriers to its adoption, and other insights into current standards and regulations conclude the coverage.This multifaceted resource serves not only as a unique source of information for readers in academia and industry seeking to stay current in their field, but may also prove to be worthwhile reading for those professionals responsible for better and more sustainable construction enterprises.

Encyclopedia of Systems and Control Engineering

1st Edition
September 15, 2025
Zhengtao Ding
English
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Encyclopedia of Systems and Control Engineering offers a comprehensive overview of fundamental and contemporary topics in control systems. Spanning four volumes, it covers linear and nonlinear systems, and integrates experimental and analytical methodologies. This encyclopedia emphasizes cutting-edge developments, such as data-driven control and machine learning methods, which are crucial in modern industry. Control systems play a pivotal role in various engineering sectors, from Boeing aircraft to Boston Dynamics robots, and are essential for their functionality. This work is designed to be accessible to non-experts while providing authoritative, up-to-date information not readily found elsewhere, making it a valuable resource for researchers and practitioners.

Brake Pads

1st Edition
September 1, 2025
Reza Taherian
English
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Brake Pads: Materials, Manufacturing Processes, and Testing is a comprehensive resource dedicated to understanding this vital component of various vehicles’ braking systems, including passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, buses, trucks, and airplanes. This specialized volume bridges the gap between theory and practice in designing and producing efficient, eco-friendly, and cost-effective brake pads. It offers an overview of existing friction materials on the market and explores recently developed formulations, making it an essential read for professionals in the field.The book delves into a detailed examination of manufacturing parameters and their effects on the specific properties of selected compounds, alongside testing techniques. It discusses regulatory standards, literature reviews, case studies, application scenarios, and analytical modeling, providing a timely and unique contribution that showcases the potential for continuous transformation within the industry.

Metal Alloys for Hydrogen Storage Applications

1st Edition
September 1, 2025
API Popoola + 1 more
English
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Metal Alloys for Hydrogen Storage Applications: Solid-State Hydrogen Storage in Metal-Based Materials provides an overview of the fundamentals, mechanics, processing, and application of various metal alloys, intermetallics, metal matrix composites, metal oxides, and other lightweight metal materials for use in hydrogen storage. Titanium-based, magnesium-based, binary type, and high entropy alloys are each covered, as are hydrogen bonding systems, the effects of alloy microstructure on hydrogen storage capacity and efficiency, alloy modifiers, and coatings and additives for alloys. Modeling techniques and approaches to additive manufacturing of components for hydrogen energy storages are also outlined, and various applications are included throughout.

Data Science in Metal Forming

1st Edition
July 1, 2025
Li-Liang Wang + 1 more
English
Paperback
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Data Science in Metal Forming provides readers with a framework to collect, visualize, analyze, and characterize metal forming metadata, thus enabling improved design, more efficient production, and more effective application of a range of metals. Chapters introduce concepts and discuss industry 4.0, digital manufacturing, and more. Other sections feature case studies of metal forming data collection spanning several essential procedures and outline methods for data processing when lacking essential information.The book also includes data visualization techniques, insights into how to analyze data from various metal forming processes (stamping, hydroforming, incremental, extrusion, and more) and details on how readers can setup, manage, and most effectively apply their own data repositories.

Additive Manufacturing of Magnetic Materials

1st Edition
July 1, 2025
Moataz Attallah + 1 more
English
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Additive Manufacturing of Magnetic Materials: Techniques, Materials, Applications, Opportunities and Challenges outlines different 3D printing techniques that can be employed to create an array of different magnetic materials, along with how these materials can be effectively applied. The book discusses the additive manufacturing (AM) of soft magnets, permanent (hard) magnets, 4D magnetic shape memory alloys, magnetocaloric materials, and rare earth based magnetic alloys. Different AM techniques are covered, including laser powder bed fusion, directed laser deposition, binder jetting, cold spray, and the different influences of these techniques on the microstructure of the material produced.Common challenges are highlighted with solutions also provided, and applications covered include magnetic shielding, actuators, sensors, robotics, and magnetic heat exchangers for solid state heat pumps.

Metals as Clean Fuels

1st Edition
June 1, 2025
Eric Detsi + 1 more
English
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Metals as Clean Fuels explores the innovative use of metals as a sustainable energy source. It presents a scalable selective leaching method to activate metal fuels by increasing their surface-to-volume ratio, significantly enhancing their reactivity with water for hydrogen and heat generation. This approach positions metal fuels as a superior alternative to fossil fuels, offering higher energy density and the crucial benefit of generating energy without CO2 emissions. Additionally, the book addresses key questions and working principles in its initial chapters before delving into the energy densities of various metals, from zinc to aluminum.Chapters 8 and 9 focus on novel sustainable fabrication methods for metal/metal nanocomposites, while Chapter 10 introduces an advanced methodology for analyzing porous material systems. This monograph is a pioneering work in discussing nanostructured metals as clean fuels, with the potential to drive significant advancements in energy applications and material science research.

Binding Materials for Sustainable Construction

1st Edition
June 1, 2025
Nakshatra Bahadur Singh + 2 more
English
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Binding Materials for Sustainable Construction compiles extensive research on innovative and environmentally-friendly binders as alternatives to Portland cement for concrete and mortar production. This edition covers the latest advancements in concrete mixes made with geopolymers, bio-based materials, chemical and mineral admixtures, nanomaterials, and recycled waste. It also delves into the properties of these materials, testing methods, carbon footprint reduction, and the transformative impact of artificial intelligence and machine learning in the construction industry. The book emphasizes the balance between cost and environmental sustainability, quality control, and safety measures.Contributions from global experts in academia, research, and industry showcase a diverse range of perspectives, underscoring the widespread interest in sustainable development.

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