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Books in Materials science

The Materials Science portfolio includes titles covering core knowledge and new research and applications across the field: nanotechnology and nanomaterials; polymers and plastics; textiles; composites and ceramics; electronic, magnetic, and optical materials; metals and alloys; biomaterials; surface and film science and coating technologies; materials chemistry, and more. In-depth coverage, innovative state-of-the-art approaches, and real-world application examples provide valuable, actionable insights for researchers, students, and the corporate sector. Elsevier's Materials Science portfolio places special attention on areas of current and emerging interest such as additive manufacturing / 3D printing, graphene and 2D materials, smart materials, biomimetics... The content in Elsevier's Materials Science titles program addresses core challenges facing science and society: sustainable energy technologies, the circular economy, health and human welfare.

  • Smart Multifunctional Coatings for Corrosion Detection and Treatment

    • 1st Edition
    • Siva Tamilvanan + 3 more
    • English
    Smart Multifunctional Coatings for Corrosion Detection and Treatment investigates the impact smart multifunctional coatings in corrosion sensing, self-healing, superhydrophobic, anti-fouling, and self-cleaning applications. The book focuses on smart multifunctional materials, their special synthesis techniques, applications, and commercial challenges, and provides a comprehensive analysis of smart materials-based coatings, from the fundamentals to industrial-scale exploratory research. The book sets out the components and performance-governin... parameters of multiple applications of smart coatings, identifying the challenges, trends and limitations involved in their implementation. It is ideal for advanced students and research scholars, as well as industry professionals working in sustainable coatings for various fields, including textiles and the automobile industry.
  • Fiber Production Technologies for Biomedical Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Mariappan Rajan
    • English
    Fiber Production Technologies for Biomedical Applications is an essential resource for researchers and professionals in the field. It provides a comprehensive review of the latest developments in nanofiber materials, focusing on their sources, properties, characterization, and diverse applications. This book is invaluable for understanding the cutting-edge fiber production processes and their impact on biomedical advancements. Additionally, the book delves into the structural properties of fibrous materials, their commercial potential, and future market needs. It addresses the critical challenges in biomedical applications and highlights the innovative solutions provided by fibrous technologies.
  • Phosphorous Nanomaterials

    Synthesis, Properties, and Multifaceted Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Gautam Patel + 3 more
    • English
    Phosphorous Nanomaterials: Synthesis, Properties, and Multifaceted Applications provides a thorough overview of the chemistry, physics, and engineering aspects of phosphorous-based nanomaterials. The book explores classifications, structure, chemistry, synthesis, processing, and functionalization, providing insights into the fundamental properties and practical applications across various fields, including electronics, optoelectronics, tissue engineering, biosensing, and environmental remediation. Additionally, it addresses environmental impacts, cytotoxicity, and safety concerns associated with phosphorous nanomaterials, making it a valuable resource for researchers and engineers in materials science and nanotechnology.
  • 3D Printing of Biomaterials

    • 1st Edition
    • Susmita Bose + 1 more
    • English
    3D Printing of Biomaterials is a multidisciplinary resource for researchers and students alike, providing an essential introduction to 3D printing and relevant materials, as well as materials processing, manufacturing techniques, characterizations, and biomedical and pharmaceutical applications. The book explores the significant impact 3D printing has in innovating biomaterials and the next generation of biomedical devices, from patient-matched devices and surgical models to tissue engineering, drug delivery, and the on-demand manufacturing of metallic implants. A range of different biomaterials are covered, including metals, polymers, and ceramics are discussed. Finally, how 3D printing technology is applied to solve clinical challenges is discussed in specific areas such as tissue engineering, load-bearing implants, or drug delivery. With the aid of learning objectives and study questions in each chapter, the book helps students and professionals understand critical issues relating to 3D printing of biomaterials, enabling them to apply this knowledge and solve upcoming and long-standing medical challenges.
  • Life Cycle Assessment of the Environmental Impact of Natural Materials

    • 1st Edition
    • Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa + 3 more
    • English
    Life Cycle Assessment of the Environmental Impact of Natural Materials explores the LCA of natural materials that are currently being utilized in product development. The book covers LCA theories, strategies, and current methodologies and presents the vital role that LCA plays in assessing the environmental impact of natural resources in different industries, including agriculture, mining, bio-based products, and textiles. It demonstrates how LCA can be used to steer the creation of environmentally-frie... products and to advance sustainability within the circular economy. In addition, the book demonstrates ways of incorporating LCA into everyday decision-making processes, with a particular emphasis on diverse industrial sectors.It will be a valuable reference resource for all those who are concerned about the environmental safety and sustainability of natural materials that are used in the development of environmentally- friendly products. It will allow the reader to make well-informed decisions regarding natural resources to actively participate in environmentally-cons... practices.
  • Additive Manufacturing of Polymer Composites

    Materials Processing, Structural Designs and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Yasir Beeran Pottathara + 2 more
    • English
    Additive Manufacturing of Polymer Composites: Materials Processing, Structural Designs and Applications presents the latest developments in this important technological field. Sections focus specifically on polymer composites used in additive manufacturing, offering a detailed exploration of not just the materials and their properties but also their specialized applications such as electrically conductive, metal-polymer, and shape memory polymer composites. The book also discusses the basic principles of the manufacturing processes, material selection, and structural design. Furthermore, it covers the latest advancements in surface engineering, post-treatment processes, and the use of these materials in various industrial sectors.This will be a valuable reference resource that equips the researcher with key knowledge on the latest research trends, commercialization prospects, and environmental impacts of these additively manufactured materials and their application across various industries.
  • 3D Printing in Materials Engineering

    Recent Developments and Future Perspectives
    • 1st Edition
    • Sayan Ganguly + 2 more
    • English
    From aerospace to medicine, 3D printing is poised to reshape the future of manufacturing in many industries. Additive manufacturing is a game-changing technology that will in the future drastically alter the product development, manufacturing, and distribution processes. 3D Printing in Materials Engineering presents the latest developments in this important field. The book covers the fundamentals, materials, types of 3D printing techniques, and their multi-dimensional applicability over various engineering applications. The book will be a valuable reference resource for academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists and engineers, manufacturers, chemists, and other professionals who are working with 3D printing over various engineering applications.
  • Advanced Smart Hydrogel Modeling

    • 1st Edition
    • Hua Li
    • English
    Advanced Smart Hydrogel Modeling provides structured computational models alongside experimental validation for predicting hydrogel performance under complex biochemical and physical stimuli. Guidance on using these models in specific biomedical and engineering applications is also covered, as are the latest developments in the area of hydrogels. Stimuli discussed include magnetic field, pressure coupled with temperature, pH coupled with magnetic field, salt concentration, light, glucose or carbohydrate concentration, urea concentration, and pH coupled with oxygen concentration. The book also includes a chapter discussing the plant mimosa pudica as a smart natural plant system, focusing on two-dimensional biochemical-electric... transient models to capture its rapid collapse and slow recovery movements, providing a bridge from smart artificial synthesis materials to smart natural materials.
  • Complete Casting Handbook

    Metal Casting Processes, Metallurgy, Techniques and Design
    • 3rd Edition
    • John Campbell
    • English
    Complete Casting Handbook: Metal Casting Processes, Metallurgy, Techniques and Design, Third Edition provides modern principles and processes in both breadth and depth while also retaining a clear, practical focus. The book has a unique viewpoint, interpreting the behavior of castings and metals as a whole, in terms of their biofilm content, the largely invisible casting defects which control much of the structure and behavior of metals. This new edition has been thoroughly revised, with updated sections on extended fluidity, additive manufacturing of molds, porosity as an entrainment defect, tensile properties and other failure aspects, metrology and much more. The third edition has also been updated to include two brand new chapters, one focused on avoidance of fracture through good casting, and the other on sustainability in the casting industry.
  • Applications of Nanotechnologies in Biomedicine, Agriculture, and the Environment

    • 1st Edition
    • Surender Kumar Sharma + 1 more
    • English
    Applications of Nanotechnologies in Biomedicine, Agriculture, and the Environment provides a comprehensive overview of the synthesis, design, and utilization of various nanomaterials, exploring their potential applications in fields ranging from agriculture and environmental remediation to healthcare and medicine. With contributions from leading experts in the field, the book starts with an overview of various synthesis methods, along with a thorough discussion on the benefits and limitations of each method. Subsequent chapters focus on specific areas of innovation, encompassing a broad array of applications within food and agriculture, biomedicine and environmental science. This is a valuable resource for researchers and advanced students across a range of disciplines, but it is also ideal for industrial scientists, engineers and R&D professionals with an interest in nanotechnology and sustainable technologies for diverse applications.