Books in Materials science general

Polybenzimidazole-Based Materials

1st Edition
September 26, 2025
Hongting Pu
English
Paperback
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Polybenzimidazoles (PBIs) represent a unique class of polymers with exceptional thermo-mechanical properties and chemical resistance suitable for a variety of applications. It is primarily used to produce temperature and flame-resistant fibers but because of its high thermal stability and interesting structure of imidazole-based polymers, PBIs are attracting steadily increasing interest for applications in different fields.Polybenzimida... Materials: From Synthesis to Application presents readers with comprehensive and cutting-edge information on the synthesis, structure modification, processing, properties, and applications of PBIs with various structure as well as their related copolymers. Recent advances and new applications of PBIs are also discussed, making this a valuable reference for material scientists, polymer scientists and engineers in academia and industry.

Smart Halloysite Nanotubes

1st Edition
September 22, 2025
Deepak Rawtani + 2 more
English
Paperback
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Due to their distinctive characteristics, halloysite nanotubes (HNTs) have garnered more and more attention from the scientific community in both academia and industry in recent years. Smart Halloysite Nanotubes: Fundamentals and Applications takes its readers on a journey that starts with an understanding of fundamentals and leads through the presentation of current research results to the latest developments and possibilities of applied use. Interesting discussions on commercialization strategies for the materials and their environmental viability conclude the 5-part manuscript.Written by expert authors, the book is an essential reference for students and professional scientists or engineers in equal measure.

Encyclopedia of Systems and Control Engineering

1st Edition
September 15, 2025
Zhengtao Ding
English
Hardback
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eBook
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Encyclopedia of Systems and Control Engineering, 4-volume set, 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.

Spinel Nanoferrites

1st Edition
September 10, 2025
Nanasaheb D. Thorat + 2 more
English
eBook
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Spinel Nanoferrites: Physicochemical and Biological Applications follows a comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach to spinel nanoferrites and their cutting-edge applications across energy, environment, and biomedicine, offering a roadmap to the development of future nano system-based tools. Sections cover structure, properties, classification, characterization techniques, and processing methods. Subsequent chapters guide the reader through various key energy and environmental applications of spinel nanoferrites, including electronics, devices, sensors, wastewater treatment, and catalysts. Magnetic and tailorable properties of nanoferrites are also examined, as is the role of spinel nanoferrites in novel therapeutic applications. Finally, current outlook and future opportunities for these novel nanostructures are considered. This is a valuable resource for all those with an interest in nanoferrites and novel nanomaterials, including researchers and advanced students across nanotechnology, biomedicine, pharmaceutical science, chemistry, materials science, and environmental science, and industrial scientists, engineers, and R&D professionals.

PEEK Blends and Composites

1st Edition
September 1, 2025
Kuruvilla Joseph + 3 more
English
Paperback
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PEEK Blends and Composites: Synthesis, Processing and Applications provides a comprehensive overview of the preparation methods and processing techniques of PEEK related materials and composites, and their main applications in various fields. This book serves as a valuable resource for materials scientists and engineers seeking comprehensive knowledge on a diverse range of innovative PEEK materials. It offers in-depth information and analysis of their properties, synthesis techniques, manufacturing processes, improved characteristics, and numerous applications.

Advances in Microbial Nanotechnology

1st Edition
September 1, 2025
Charles Oluwaseun Adetunji + 4 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Advances in Microbial Nanotechnology: Fundamentals and Applications provides a comprehensive discussion of microbial methodologies in the preparation of nanoscale materials. This valuable resource delves into their diverse applications across various fields, including environment, energy, pharmaceutical and biomedical sciences, as well as the food and agriculture sectors. Aimed at researchers and scientists, this book serves as an essential guide for those seeking a thorough understanding of the potential applications arising from the intersection of microbiology and nanotechnology.

Advances in Ceramic Matrix Composites

3rd Edition
August 30, 2025
I M Low + 2 more
English
eBook
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Advanced ceramics and composite materials are increasingly being utilized as components in batteries, fuel cells, sensors, high-temperature electronics, membranes, and high-end biomedical devices, in addition to their traditional use in seals, valves, implants, and high-temperature and wear components. In recent years, there has been substantial progress in the use of ceramic matrix composites (CMCs), with new applications developing continually. Advances in Ceramic Matrix Composites, Third Edition delivers an innovative approach focusing on the very latest advances, materials developments, and new applications. These include new technologies that have emerged such as additive manufacturing of ceramic-matrix composites (CMCs), the design of CMCs based on MAX-phase and ultra-high temperature ceramic (UHTC), and the reinforcement of CMCs with graphene nanoplatelets. Similarly, new applications for CMCs have emerged for enhanced electromagnetic absorption and ionizing radiation shielding. The specialized information contained in this book will be highly valuable for researchers and postgraduate students working in ceramic science, engineering and ceramic composites technology, and engineers and scientists in the aerospace, energy, building and construction, biomedical and automotive industries.

Nanostructured Carbon Materials from Plant Extracts

1st Edition
August 1, 2025
Sreeraj Gopi + 4 more
English
Paperback
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Nanostructured Carbon Materials from Plant Extracts: Synthesis, Characterization, and Applications guides the reader through the preparation and utilization of carbon nanomaterials based on various biomass sources, including fruits, vegetables, leaves, pulp and other plant extracts. The book covers the fundamentals of nanostructured carbon materials and synthesis methods from a range of plant sources. Other chapters focus on characterization, analysis, simulation and modeling in order to prepare plant extract based carbon nanomaterials with the required properties. Final sections highlight key application areas, presenting methods and approaches to prepare these materials for specific uses. This book will be of interest to researchers and advanced students across nanomaterials, polymer science, composite science, sustainable materials, chemistry, chemical engineering, and materials science, as well as industrial scientists, engineers, and R&D professionals with an interest in sustainable carbon nanomaterials.

Green Materials for a Circular Economy

1st Edition
August 1, 2025
S.M. Sapuan + 3 more
English
Paperback
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Green Materials for a Circular Economy: Materials Selection, Product Development, and Life Cycle Extension Strategies provides fundamental and practical knowledge on design for circularity, especially for product development applications and throughout their entire lifecycle. Topics covered range from conceptual design to materials selection, environmental lifecycle assessment, and lifecycle extension strategies. Additionally, there are a number of recent case studies showing design for circularity in practice in applications such as automotive component design, furniture design, user behavior, and joining design. Researchers, students, design practitioners, and engineers working with green materials, biocomposites, recycling, and materials will find this book to be a comprehensive source.

Additively Manufactured Smart Materials and Structures

1st Edition
July 1, 2025
Rajkumar Velu + 3 more
English
Paperback
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Additively Manufactured Smart Materials and Structures: Design, Processing, and Applications provides a critical overview of the fabrication, design, processing, characterization, structure-property relationships, and applications of 3D printed smart materials. The book practically outlines design strategies and manufacturing techniques across a variety of disciplines, including membrane technology, catalysis, batteries, supercapacitors, sensing, biosensing, aerospace, automobile, construction, and biomedical. Users will find a critical evaluation of the scientific literature that has already been published to highlight the significance, the technoeconomic aspects, the major difficulties, and the benefits and drawbacks of additively built smart materials.Advanced 3D printing techniques, including stereolithography (SLA), fused deposition modeling (FDM), selective laser sintering (SLS), electron beam melting (EBM), direct ink writing (DIW), and 3D plotting are discussed in detail. The book also offers a thorough analysis of the microstructure, mechanical, thermal, and surface properties of smart materials and structures produced using additive manufacturing.

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