Engineering applications of polymers and composites Books
Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures Embroidering Identities: A Century of Palestinian
Book SynopsisEmbroidering Identities: A Century of Palestinian Clothing is the companion piece to the exhibit held at the Oriental Institute from November 11, 2006 to March 25, 2007. It is an overview of the colourful and distinctive clothing of late nineteenth and early twentieth-century Palestine. The richly illustrated text discusses the construction of traditional dresses, the materials and dyes employed, and clothing and embroidery in the years following 1948. Garments from many regions are illustrated and described. The volume includes a glossary of Arabic terms and a checklist to the exhibit.
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Presses Polytechniques et Universitaires Romandes The Objective is Quality
Book SynopsisTable of ContentsThe Environment of Quality // The Approach to Quality: Concepts and Definitions // History of Quality
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Conducting Polymers, Fundamentals and Applications: Including Carbon Nanotubes and Graphene
Book SynopsisThe second edition of this popular textbook thoroughly covers the practical basics and applications of conducting polymers. It also addresses materials that have gained prominence since the first edition of this book was published, namely carbon nanotubes and graphene.The features of this new edition include: New and updated chapters on novel concepts in conducting polymers Details on interdisciplinary applications of conducting polymers An in depth description of classes of conducting polymers Trade Review“The second edition of this popular textbook provides a comprehensive overview on the practical basics and applications of conducting polymers. It fulfills its intension of assisting various researchers from diverse fields to become familiar with fundamentals and applications of conducting polymers.” (Ralph Bäßler, Materials and Corrosion, 2018)Table of ContentsPart I: Carbon Nanotubes (CNTS), Fundamentals.- Introducing Carbon Nanotubes (CNTS).- Conduction Models and Electronic Structure of CNTS.- Synthesis, Purification and Chemical Modification of CNTS.- Physical, Mechanical and Thermal Properties of CNTS.- Toxicology of CNTS.- Part II: Carbon Nanotubes (CNTS), Applications.- Brief, General Overview of Applications.- CNT Applications in Specialized Materials.- CNT Applications in Batteries and Energy Devices.- CNT Applications in Sensors and Actuators.- CNT Applications in Drug and Biomolecule Delivery.- CNT Applications in Microelectronics, “Nanoelectronics” and “Nano-bioelectronics”.- CNT Applications in Displays and Transparent, Conductive Films/Substrates.- CNT Applications in Electrical Conductors, “Quantum Nanowires”, Potential Superconductors.- CNT Applications in the Environment and in Materials Used in Separation Science.- Miscellaneous CNT Applications.- Part III: Graphene, Fundamentals.- Introducing Graphene.- Electronic Structure and Conduction Models of Graphene.- Synthesis and Chemical Modification of Graphene.- Part IV: Graphene, Applications.- Brief, General Overview of Applications.- Graphene Applications in Sensors.- Graphene Applications in Batteries and Energy Devices.- Graphene Applications in Electronics, Electrical Conductors, and Related Uses.- Graphene Applications in Displays and Transparent, Conductive Films/Substrates.- Medical and Pharmaceutical Applications of Graphene.- Graphene Applications in Specialized Materials.- Miscellaneous Applications of Graphene.- Part V: Conducting Polymers, Fundamentals.- Introducting Conducting Polymers (CPS).- Conduction Models and Electronic Structure of CPS.- Basic Electrochromics of CPS.- Basic Electrochemistry of CPS.- Syntheses and Processing of CPS.- Structural Aspects and Morphology of CPS.- Characterization Methods.- Classes of CPS: Part 1.- Classes of CPS: Part 2.- Part VI: Conducting Polymers, Applications.- Sensors.- Batteries and Energy Devices.- Electrochromics.- Displays, Including Light Emitting Diodes (LEDS) and Conductive Films.- Microwave- and Conductivity-based Technologies.- Electro-optic and Optical Devices.- Electrochemomechanical, Chemomechanical and Related Devices.- Miscellaneous Applications.
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Polymeric and Natural Composites: Materials,
Book SynopsisThis book provides understanding of raw materials, manufacturing and biomedical applications of different polymeric and natural composites such as drug delivery, growth factor delivery, orthopedics, dentistry and wound dressing.Table of Contents1 Natural polymers-based biocomposites: State of art, new challenges and opportunities2 Natural fiber reinforced polymer composites: Manufacturing and biomedical applications3 Polymeric biocomposites from renewable and sustainable natural resources4 Soy protein based composites and nanocomposites for biomedical applications5 Processing and biomedical application of micro and nanocellulose based polymeric composites6 Polymer/carbon nanocomposites for biomedical applications7 Magnetic polymer nanocomposites: Manufacturing and biomedical applications8 Jackfruit seed starch-based composite beads for controlled drug release9 Biopolymeric-inorganic composites for drug delivery applications10 Polymeric nanocomposites for cancer targeted drug delivery11 Biopolymer-ceramic nanocomposite scaffolds for orthopaedic drug delivery in bone tissue engineering12 Biodegradable polymer-based composites for tissue regeneration13 Natural polymer-based composite wound dressings14 Natural polymer-based composites for delivery of growth factors15 Biopolymer-based nanocomposites in dentistry
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Physics and Mechanics of New Materials and Their
Book Synopsis This book presents selected peer-reviewed contributions from the 2020 International Conference on “Physics and Mechanics of New Materials and Their Applications”, PHENMA 2020 (26–29 March 2021, Kitakyushu, Japan), focusing on processing techniques, physics, mechanics, and applications of advanced materials. The book describes a broad spectrum of promising nanostructures, crystal structures, materials, and composites with unique properties. It presents nanotechnological design approaches, environmental-friendly processing techniques, and physicochemical as well as mechanical studies of advanced materials. The selected contributions describe recent progress in computational materials science methods and algorithms (in particular, finite-element and finite-difference modelling) applied to various technological, mechanical, and physical problems. The presented results are important for ongoing efforts concerning the theory, modelling, and testing of advanced materials. Other results are devoted to promising devices with higher accuracy, increased longevity, and greater potential to work effectively under critical temperatures, high pressure, and in aggressive environments.Table of Contents
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Mechanics of Composite, Hybrid and
Book SynopsisMechanics of Composite, Hybrid, and Multifunctional Materials, Fracture, Fatigue, Failure and Damage Evolution, Volume 3 of the Proceedings of the 2021 SEM Annual Conference & Exposition on Experimental and Applied Mechanics, the third volume of four from the Conference, brings together contributions to this important area of research and engineering. The collection presents early findings and case studies on a wide range of areas, including:Recycled Constituent CompositesDamage DetectionAdvanced Imaging of CompositesMultifunctional MaterialsComposite InterfacesTunable CompositesNovel Experimental MethodsExtreme EnvironmentsInterfacial FractureIntegration of Models & ExperimentsMechanics of Energy & Energetic MaterialsIntegration of Models & ExperimentsIn Situ Techniques for Fatigue & FractureMicroscale & Microstructural Effects on Mechanical BehaviorTable of ContentsChapter 1. Effects of Water Saturation and Low Temperature Coupling on the Mechanical Behavior Mechanical Behavior of Carbon and E-Glass Epoxy Laminates.- Chapter 2. Initiation and Propagation Fracture Toughness of AA7475-T7651 under Different Loading Conditions.- Chapter 3. Flow Stress and Fracture Toughness Behavior of AA5083 under Quasi-static Loading.- Chapter 4. Development of Carbon-glass Fiber Reinforced Hybrid Composites: Applications in Offshore Wind Turbine Blades.- Chapter 5. Effect of the Graphene Nano Platelets (GnP) on the Mechanical Properties in Recycled PP Based Hybrid Composites.- Chapter 6. Static and Dynamic Behaviour of Recycled AA7075 Based Composites reinforced with ZrO2 - gamma-Al203 Fibre and SiC.- Chapter 7. Recycled “Al431+A1050” based Composites Reinforced with “TiC” Ceramic Powders for Aeronautical Applications.- Chapter 8. Experimental and Finite Element Study of Recycled Aluminium (AA7075) Matrix Composites Reinforced of TiC/MoS2/-Al2O3 Fibre/Nb2Al.- Chapter 9. Tailored Behaviour of Scrap Copper Matrix Composites Reinforced with "Zn-Ni-Al" Low Cost Shape Memory Structures.- Chapter 10. Mechanical Properties of Recycled Rubber modified Epoxy Resin based Composites for Aircraft Auxiliary Structures.- Chapter 11. Manufacturing of Thin Sheet “Ni-Ti” Based Composites Reinforced with Nb2Al/TiB2 through hot-forged Bonding: Sandwich Structures.- Chapter 12. Design of Nb-Aluminium (Nb2Al) Intermetallics based Composites An Experimental and Numerical Approach for Toughening Mechanism.- Chapter 13. Numerical Modeling of Recycled Rubber Based Composites Reinforced with Glass Fibers at High Strain Rates.- Chapter 14. Piezoelectric Actuators as Control Surfaces for Morphing Vehicle.- Chapter 15. Alternative Concretes: Study of Concrete Performance with Addition of Copper Tailings Reinforced and Steel Fiber.- Chapter 16. Cyclical Instrumented Indentation Testing for Fatigue Characterization of Metals.- Chapter 17. Toughening Mechanism of Recycled Rubber Based Composites Reinforced with Glass Fibers + Alumna Fibers for Military Applications.- Chapter 18. Sensitivity Analysis of a Concrete Structure Subjected to Cyclic Loading Using a Polynomial Chaos Expansion Method.
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Shape Memory Composites Based on Polymers and
Book SynopsisShape Memory Composites Based on Polymers and Metals for 4D Printing is a thorough discussion of the physics and chemistry behind this developing area of materials science. It provides readers with a clear exposition of shape-memory-composite (SMC) preparation techniques for 3D and 4D printing processes and explains how intelligent manufacturing technology may be applied in fields such as robotics, construction, medical science, and smart sensors. The book covers fundamental background knowledge on the synthesis of shape memory polymers (SMPs) and shape memory alloys (SMAs), and additive manufacturing techniques. Polymers and metals and their roles in 4D printing are dealt with separately, and applications of 4D printing are treated in their own chapter. The different alloy compositions and nanoparticle fillers in polymer composites are examined in detail, along with the key mechanisms involved in their processing. Hybrid nanofillers and synergistic composite mixtures, which are either in extensive current use or have shown promising outcomes in the field of 4D printing, are thoroughly discussed. Differences between these novel SMCs and traditional metal alloys, organic and inorganic composites are presented, and means by which they can improve mechanical properties that are triggered by external sources like magnetic field, temperature, and pH of solvent, are set out. This book provides practitioners, industrial researchers, and scholars with a state-of-the-art overview of SMP/SMA synthesis, additive manufacturing, modification in synthesis of SMCs for 4D printing, and their likely future applications.Table of ContentsAdvances in 4D Printing of Shape Memory Materials: Current Status and Developments.- Characterization Techniques for Shape Memory Alloys and Polymers.- Synthesis Techniques of Shape Memory Alloys.- Synthesis Techniques of Shape Memory Alloys Iron Based Shape Memory Alloy.- Nitinol Based Shape Memory Alloy.- Molecular Dynamics Simulations for Nanoscale Insight into the Phase Transformation and Deformation Behavior of Shape Memory Alloys.- Influences of Powder Size (SMAs) Distribution Fe-Mn/ Alloy 625 Systematic Studies of 4D Printing Conceivable Applications.- 4D Printing of Nitinol Based Shape Memory Alloy: Process Parameters Optimization, Microstructure, Phase Transformation and Thermomechanical Properties.- Status of Cu-Based Shape Memory Alloys: Trends in 4D Printing.- Synthesis Techniques of Shape Memory Polymer Composites.- Wet Synthesis Methods of Shape Memory Polymer Composites.- Recent Progress in Synthesis Methods of Shape Memory Polymers Composites.- Effect of Nano and Hybrid Fillers on Shape Memory Polymers Properties.- Meso, Micro and Nano Particulate Filled Shape Memory Polymers.- Fiber and Fabric Reinforced Shape Memory Polymers.- Organic Shape Memory Foams.- Combination of Shape Memory Polymers and Metal Alloys.- 4D Printing of Nanostructure Modified Shape Memory Polymer Composites.- Devices and Sensors Based on Additively Manufactured Shape Memory of Hybrid Nanocomposites.- Applications of 4D Printing.- Modern Approach Towards Additive Manufacturing and 4D Printing: Emerging Industries, Challenges and Future Scope.
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Springer International Publishing AG Natural Fibers to Composites: Process,
Book SynopsisNatural fiber composites are a preferred alternative to conventional composites due to their environment-friendly nature. However, their market share is limited due to: a) limited number and quantities of natural fibers available for composites, b) diversity in fibers structure, c) poor mechanical properties of fibers as well as composites, d) susceptibility to microbial attacks, and e) cellulose degradation temperature around 200 deg C, which hinders the development of natural fiber reinforced thermoplastic composites using thermoforming at high temperatures. A number of researchers have contributed to the solution of the problem of poor mechanical properties and issues related to fabrication during the last decade. This book covers these different solutions. The book is divided into two principal themes: a) structure–property relationship: fibers to composites—it includes the discussion on fibers, their surface modifications, variation in the structure of reinforcement, and approaches for the enhancement of properties. b) Fabrication process of composites—it includes the novel approaches used for the development of natural fiber composites using the commingling technique for thermoplastic composites.Table of ContentsNatural Fibers to Composites - Process, Properties, Structure Chapter 1. Alternative natural fibers for biocomposites 1.1. Introduction 1.2. Seed based fibers 1.2.1 Cotton (Gossipium genus) Fiber 1.2.2 Coir (Cocos nucifera) Fiber 1.2.3 Kapok (Ceiba pentandra) Fiber 1.2.4 Oil Palm (Elaeis guineensis) fiber 1.2.5 Rice husk Fiber 1.3. Bast Based fibers 1.3.1 Jute (Corchorus capsularis) Fiber 1.3.2 Flax (Linum Usitatissimum) Fiber 1.3.3 Ramie (Boehmeria nivea) Fiber 1.3.4 Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus) Fiber 1.3.5 Sugarcane Bagasse Fiber 1.3.6 Corn husk Fiber 1.3.7 Hemp (Cannabis sativa) Fiber 1.3.8 Banana (Musa acuminate) Fiber 1.4. Leaf Based fibers 1.4.1 Sisal (Agave sisalana) Fiber 1.4.2 Pineapple (Ananas bracteatus) Fiber 1.4.3 Abaca (Musa textilis Nee) Fiber 1.5. Grass-based fibers 1.5.1 Bamboo Fibers 1.6. Conclusion 1.7. References 12 2 Treatment of natural fibers 2.1 Introduction 2.2 Natural fibers 2.2.1 Cotton 2.2.2 Coir 2.2.3 Jute 2.2.4 Bamboo 2.2.5 Hemp 2.2.6 Banana 2.3 Different treatments for natural fibers 2.3.1 Physical Treatments 2.3.2 Chemical Treatment 2.4 Treatments to impart electrical conductivity 2.4.1 Conductive polymers 2.5 Treatments for antipathogen composites 2.6 Treatments for flame retardant composites 2.6.1 Properties of FR in fabricated composites 2.7 Treatments to impart hydrophobicity 2.7.1 Methacrylate treatment 2.7.2 Silane treatment 2.7.3 Acetylation 2.7.4 Etherification 2.7.5 Enzymatic treatment 2.7.6 Peroxide treatments 2.7.7 Dicumyl peroxide treatment 2.8 Physical treatment 2.8.1 Plasma treatment 2.8.2 Corona treatment 2.9 Applications of Natural fiber composites 2.10 Future Trends 3 Introduction 3.1 Reinforcement 3.1.1 Two dimensional (2D) woven structures 3.1.2 Three dimensional (3D) woven structures 3.2 Composite fabrication techniques 3.2.1 Hand layup 3.2.2 Compression molding 3.2.3 Commingling 3.3 Literature survey of 3D woven natural fiber reinforced composite 3.3.1 Effect of Z yarn stitching density on 3D woven composites 3.3.2 Effect of binder and stuffer yarns on 3D woven composites 3.3.3 Effect of weaving patterns on damage resistance of 3D woven T and H shaped reinforcements 3.3.4 3D woven-shaped preforms and their associated composites 3.4 Challenges 3.5 References 4 Commingling Technique for Thermoplastic Composites 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Techniques of Commingling 4.2.1 Fiber Level Commingling 4.2.2 Yarn Level Commingling 4.2.3 Woven & Knitted Commingled Composites 4.3 Fabrication of Commingled Composites 4.3.1 Thermoforming 4.3.2 Pultrusion 4.3.3 Effect of different factors 4.4 Effect on Physical properties 4.5 Mechanical Properties of Commingled Composites 4.5.1 Tensile Properties 4.5.2 Flexural & Impact Behaviors 4.6 Conclusion 5 Process Induced Residual Stresses 5.1 Introduction 5.2 Mechanical levels of residual stress 5.2.1 Micromechanical level 5.2.2 Macro-mechanical residual stress. 5.2.3 Global residual stress 5.3 Parameters which contribute to residual stress formation 5.3.1 Coefficient for thermal expansion 5.3.2 Cure shrinkage 5.3.3 Moisture Absorption 5.3.4 Tool/part interaction 5.3.5 Other mechanisms 5.4 Problems generated by residual stress 5.5 Strategies to reduce residual stresses 5.5.1 Countering the effect of chemical shrinkage 5.5.2 Stress relaxation 5.5.3 Modification of product 5.6 Brief literature on reduction in Process induced residual stress 5.7 Conclusion 6 Performance of Filler Reinforced Composites 6.1 Introduction 6.2 Natural fillers 6.2.1 Microcrystalline Cellulose Filler 6.2.2 Rice Husk 6.2.3 Wood Saw Dust Fillers 6.2.4 Coconut Shell Fillers 6.2.5 Peanut Shell Fillers 6.2.6 Egg Shell Fillers 6.2.7 Wheat Straw Filler 6.2.8 Fish Bone/Fish Scale Fillers 6.2.9 Clay Filler 6.2.10 Fly ash Filler 6.3 Synthetic Fillers 6.3.1 Graphite Filler 6.3.2 Zinc Oxide Filler 6.3.3 Calcium Carbonate Filler 6.3.4 Boron Carbide 6.3.5 Aluminum Oxide Filler 6.3.6 Carbon Nano reinforcements 6.4 Manufacturing Techniques: Filler Loaded Composites 6.4.1 Vacuum Infusion 6.4.2 Hand Layup Technique 6.4.3 Thermoforming 6.5 Effect of Fillers on Performance 6.5.1 Tensile Characteristics 6.5.2 Flexural Characteristics 6.5.3 Impact Strength 6.6 Application Areas 7 Testing of Natural Fiber Composites 7.1 Introduction 7.2 Natural Fiber as Biodegradable Materials 7.3 Natural fibers properties 7.4 Applications of NFRC 7.5 Physical Testing 7.5.1 Surface Morphology 7.5.2 Analytical Testing 7.5.3 Thermal Properties 7.5.4 Moisture Absorption 7.6 7.6 Mechanical Characterization 7.6.1 Tensile Testing 7.6.2 Compression Testing 7.6.3 Flexural Testing 7.6.4 Impact Testing 7.6.5 Shear Testing 7.7 Conclusions 8. Natural Fiber Metal Laminate and its joining 8.1 Introduction 8.2 Fabrication of Fiber Metal Laminates 8.2.1 Preparation of metal surface 8.3 Reinforcements used for NFMLs 8.4 Matrices used for NFMLS 8.5 Fabrication Process of FMLs 8.5.1 Autoclave process 8.5.2 Vacuum Infusion Process for FMLs Fabrication 8.5.3 Compression Hot Press Molding 8.6 Mechanical Properties 8.6.1 Characterization of Metal-Composite Bond 8.6.2 Monotonic Properties of FMLs 8.6.3 Monotonic Properties of NFMLs 8.6.4 Impact properties of FML 8.6.5 Impact Performance of NFMLs 8.7 Conclusions
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Springer International Publishing AG Electrospun Polymeric Nanofibers: Insight into
Book SynopsisThis volume deals with the various fabrication techniques, surface functionalization and biomedical applications of polymeric fibers possessing different scale and structure. It provides an overview of fabrication techniques such as Co-axial, Centrifugal, Melt and Yarning to procure multiscale, tubular and layered fibrous scaffold employed for biomedical applications. The chapters in this volume discusse the surface/chemical functionalization of fibers which enhance the biological properties of the fibrous scaffolds as well as the development of hybrid, layered and external stimuli-responsive fibrous scaffolds that hold potential application in biosensor and other biomedical fields. In addition, recent advances and applications of polymeric multiscale fibers in tissue engineering, regenerative medicine and drug delivery are presented. The potential use of fibrous scaffolds in bone, neural, tendon/ligament and cardiac tissue engineering, nanofibers as an antimicrobial wound dressing, employed in cancer theragnostics and in the treatment of skin/periodontal infections are discussed. The volume provides expert knowledge on the fabrication techniques, development of different scale and hybrid structure fibers, surface functionalization, layered and external stimuli responsive fibrous scaffolds. It will be beneficial to material/biomaterials scientists, bioengineering and biotechnologists by providing a better understanding on the subject of the innovative applications of fibrous scaffolds in drug delivery, tissue engineering, wound dressings and regenerative medicine.Table of ContentsRecent Developments in Electrospinning Spinnertte and Collector Assembly for Biomedical Applications.- Fabrication of Multiscale Polymeric fibers for Biomedical Applications.- Coaxial Electrospun Nanofibrous Scaffolds and Its Biomedical Applications.- Melt Electrospun Nanofibers and Its Biomedical Applications.- Centrifugal Electrospun Nanofibers and Its Biomedical Applications.- Progress, Challenges and Opportunities in Electrospun Yarn-Engineered Biomaterials.- Fabrications of Textile Based Scaffolds Using Electrospun Nanofibers for Biomedical Applications.- Biomedical Applications of Electrospun Piezoelectric Nanofibrous Scaffolds.- Surface Modified Polymeric Nanofibers in Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine.- Polymer/Ceramic Nanocomposite Fibers in Bone Tissue Engineering.- Electrospun Fibrous Scaffolds for Cardiac Tissue Engineering.- Electrospun Nanofibrous Scaffolds for Neural Tissue Engineering.- External Stimuli Responsive Nanofibers in Biomedical Engineering.- Electrospun Antimicrobial Polymeric Nanofibers in Wound dressings.- Application of Electrospun Polymeric Fibrous Membranes as Patches for Atopic Skin Treatments.- Nanofibrous Scaffolds for the Management of Periodontal Diseases.- Recent Advances in Brain Tumour Therapy using Electrospun Nanofibers.- Layered Fibrous Scaffolds/Membranes in Wound Healing.
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Springer International Publishing AG Multifaceted Carboxymethyl Chitosan Derivatives:
Book SynopsisThis edited collection deals with the structure-property relationships and biomedical applications of carboxymethyl chitosan derivatives in different fields. Readers will detailed overview of the preparatory methods involved in the derivatives of carboxymethyl chitosan and its interaction with metal ions. The chapters provide a detailed overview of the different types of carboxymethyl chitosan derivatives, including the preparatory methods involved, the interactions with metal ions, and the antimicrobial activities. These different forms of carboxymethyl chitosan derivatives are found to be potentially used in food packaging, in enhancing saltiness, as biosensors, and also as wound dressing. Chapters are also devoted to the fabrication and biomedical applications of carboxymethyl chitosan derivatives-based nanofibers as well as the interaction of carboxymethyl chitosan with blood in blood clotting and the underlying mechanism. Contributing authors additionally explore topics related to carboxymethyl chitosan-based hydrogels, films, scaffolds, fibers, and composites. Finally, this volume presents the current challenges in developing biomedical products based on carboxymethyl chitosan derivatives. This book will be of interest not only to chemists, but to all scientists working in the fields of material/environmental science, biological science, and biomaterials. These chapters are great resources for any researcher who works with structure-property relationships, biological interactions, and the applications of carboxymethyl chitosan derivatives in different biomedical fields.Table of ContentsIntroductory Aspects of Carboxymethyl Chitosan derivatives.- Preparation of Different Types of Carboxymethyl Chitosan Derivatives.- Carboxymethyl Chitosan Derivatives and Its Interaction with Metal Ions.- Antimicrobial Properties of Carboxymetyl Chitosan Based Derivatives.- Synthesis of Carboxymethyl Chitosan Derivatives Based Hydrogels and Its Applications.- Synthesis of Carboxymethyl Chitosan Derivatives in Biosensing.- Carboxymethyl Chitosan Based Derivatives in Blood Clotting and Its Mechanism.- Electrospinning of Carboxymethyl Chitosan Based Derivatives and Its applications.- Carboxymethyl Chitosan Based Derivatives in Diagnosis & Targeting.- Carboxymethyl Chitosan Derivatives for Drug and Vaccine Delivery: An overview.- Carboxymethyl Chitosan Derivatives in Tissue Engineering.- Functionalized Carboxymethyl Chitosan Based Derivatives in Wound Healing.
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Springer International Publishing AG Poly(Vinyl Chloride) Based Composites and Nanocomposites
Book SynopsisThis book covers Poly(vinyl chloride) Fundamentals, Fabrication and characterization of PVC based composites and nanocomposites specifically natural fibre reinforced PVC composites, carbonaceous filler reinforced PVC composites , metal oxide fled PVC composites and nanocomposites etc. This book also covers the conducting PVC composites and recent advances in nanocomposites based on PVC .The rheological, mechanical, barrier, thermal, dielectric behaviour of PVC composites and nanocomposites are discussed in details. Table of ContentsPolyvinylchloride ,Its composites and nanocomposites: State of art, new challenges and opportunities.- Synthesis, morphology, structure and properties of PVC.- Micro and nano fillers for PVC.- Surface modification of fillers.- Fabrication of PVC based composites and nanocomposites by mechanical mixing.- Fabrication of PVC based composites and nanocomposites by solution mixing.- Fabrication of PVC based composites and nanocomposites by latex stage mixing.- Fabrication of PVC based composites and nanocomposites by freeze drying.- Interface modification and characterization of PVC based composites and nanocomposites.- Natural fibre reinforced PVC composites and nanocomposites.- Chitin and chitosan based PVC composites and nanocomposites.- Carbon fibre and carbon black reinforced PVC composites and nanocomposites.- Clay reinforced PVC composites and Nanocomposites.- Mica and Glass fibre filled PVC composites.- Conducting PVC composites and nanocomposites.- Metal oxide reinforced PVC composites and nanocomposites.- Silica reinforced PVC composites and nanocomposites.- Nanocomposites of PVC with graphene.- POSS reinforced PVC nanocomposites.- Metal carbonate reinforced PVC composites and nanocomposites.- Metal particle filled PVC composites and nanocomposites.- Nanocomposite of PVC with CNT.- Composites and nanocomposites of PVC with hybrid fillers.- Rheological behavior of PVC composites and Nanocomposites.- Microscopy of PVC composites and Nanocomposites.- Morphology –property correlation in PVC based composites and nanocomposites.- Mechanical properties of PVC composites and nanocomposites.- Viscoelastic characterization of PVC composites and nanocomposites.- Scattering (X-ray, light, neutron) PVC composites and nanocomposites.- Thermal properties.- PVC composites and nanocomposites.- Spectroscopy of PVC composites and nanocomposites.- Prov.- Dielectric properties PVC composites and nanocomposites.- Barrier properties of PVC based composites and nanocomposites.- Aging behavior of PVC based composites and nanocomposites.- Fire retardant PVC based composites and nanocomposites.- Possible interaction of PVC with micro and nanofillers.- Antistatic PVC nanocomposites.- Glass transition temperature of PVC based composites and nanocomposites.- Applications of PVC based composites and nanocomposites.
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De Gruyter Membranes for Low Temperature Fuel Cells: New
Book SynopsisMembranes for Low Temperature Fuel Cells provides a comprehensive review of novel and state-of-the-art polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells (PEMFC) membranes. The author highlights requirements and considerations for a membrane as an integral part of PEMFC and its interactions with other components. It is an indispensible resource for anyone interested in new PEMFC membrane materials and concerned with the development, optimisation and testing of such membranes. Various composite membranes (polymer and non-polymer) are discussed along with analyses of the latest fi ller materials like graphene, ionic liquids, polymeric ionic liquids, nanostructured metal oxides and membrane concepts unfolding in the field of PEMFC. This book provides the latest academic and technical developments in PEMFC membranes with thorough insights into various preparation, characterisation, and testing methods utilised. Factors affecting proton conduction, water adsorption, and transportation behaviour of membranes are also deliberated upon. Provides the latest academic and technical developments in PEMFC membranes. Reviews recent literature on ex situ studies and in situ single-cell and stack tests investigating the durability (chemical, thermomechanical) and degradation of membranes. Surbhi Sharma, MSc, PhD Working on graphene oxide and fuel cells since 2007, she has published about 50 research articles/book chapters and holds a patent. She has also been awarded various research grants.
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De Gruyter Polymer Surface Characterization
Book SynopsisThis fully updated edition provides a broad approach to the surface analysis of polymers being of high technological interest. Modern analytical techniques, potential applications and recent advances in instrumental apparatus are discussed. The self-consistent chapters are devoted to spectroscopic and microscopic techniques which represent powerful tools for the characterization of morphology and chemical, physical, mechanical properties of polymer surfaces, interfaces, and thin fi lms. Selection of techniques which can properly address very shallow depth of surfaces, spanning from few angstroms to tens of nanometers Interaction of polymer surfaces with their surroundings is pointed out as a critical issue for specifi c applications
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De Gruyter Polymer Matrix Composite Materials: Structural and Functional Applications
Book SynopsisThe book provides accessible and comprehensive information on polymer matrix composites. It presents the basic concept of design of composite materials. It includes chapters on materials testing and characterization, such as mechanical testing and thermal analysis, and lifetime prediction. It discusses both structural and functional applications. Offers comprehensive information on processing, properties and applications polymer matrix composites Presents and reviews the recent development in the field e.g. damage tolerant composites, biocomposites, additive manufacturing Includes latest techniques of performance evaluation and life time assessment of composite materials
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Springer International Publishing AG Intelligent Hydrogels
Book SynopsisThis volume of Progress in Colloid and Polymer Science assembles original contributions and invited reviews from the priority research program "Intelligent Hydrogels", funded by the German Science Foundation DFG since 2006, with about 25 contributing research groups. In the center of interest of this program and the present book are responsive hydrogels, i.e. hydrophilic polymer or polyelectrolyte networks that are able to respond to environmental stimuli such as changes in temperature, pH, additive concentration or electrical field. The activities focus on different aspects: on hydrogel synthesis, on the modeling and simulation of thermophysical hydrogel properties, as well as on innovative new hydrogel applications as smart materials. The present book summarizes the highlights in the results of the priority program in original contributions and invited reviews.Table of ContentsThermodynamic Modeling of Hydrogel Systems.- Influence of salt and pH on the Swelling Equilibrium of Ionizable N-IPAAm based Hydrogels: Experimental Results and Modeling.- Swelling Behaviour of Functionalized Hydrogels for Application in Chemical Sensors.- Modeling and Simulation of Hydrogels for the Application as Bending Actuators.- Calculating Structural Properties of Reversibly Cross-Linked Polymer Systems using Self-Consistent Field Theory.- Poly-NIPAM Microgels with different Cross-Linker Densities: Scaling Behavior of the Network Fluctuations in the Vicinity of the Volume Phase Transition.- Müller-Buschbaum, Laschewsky, Papadakis: Thermo-Responsive Amphiphilic Di- and Triblock Copolymers Based on Poly and Poly Aggregation and Hydrogel Formation in Bulk Solution and in Thin Films.- Supramolecular Chromaticity and Thermoresponsive Hydrogels - A Self-assembly Study on Maleamic Acid-Based Amphiphiles.- Poly-NIPAM Microgels with different Cross-Linker Densities: Scaling Behavior of the Network Fluctuations in the Vicinity of the Volume Phase Transition Thermo-Responsive Amphiphilic Di- and Triblock Copolymers Based on Poly and Poly Aggregation and Hydrogel Formation in Bulk Solution and in Thin Films.- Supramolecular Chromaticity and Thermoresponsive Hydrogels - A Self-assembly Study on Maleamic Acid-Based Amphiphiles.- Relaxation Mechanisms of Physical Hydrogels Networks.- A Versatile Non-Invasive Tool for the Monitoring of Phase Transitions and the Estimation of Effective Pore Sizes of Supramolecular Hydrogels.- Water desalination via poly hydrogels usingmechanical forces: experiments and simulations.- Hydrophobically covered Hydrogels: Preparation Approaches and possible Applications.- Tracer Mobility in Aqueous Poly grafted Networks: Effect of Interactions and Permanent Crosslinks.- Molecular Simulations of Hydrogels.- Temperature-Sensitive Composite Hydrogels: Coupling between Gel Matrix and Embedded Nano- and Microgels.- In-Situ Generation of Gold, Platinum and Palladium Nanoparticles in N-Isopropylacrylamide-Surfmer Copolymer Hydrogels and Catalytic Activity of the Gels.- Magnetomechanical and Magnetothermal Coupling in Ferrohydrogels.- Tailored Macromolecules versus Nanoparticles for Mechanical Reinforcement of sP Hydrogels.- Core-shell Microgels as Nanoreactors.- Visualization of hydrogel shrinkage due to ion replacement by 27Al and 23Na magnetic resonance imaging.
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Springer International Publishing AG Studies on Perfect Hyperbranched Chains Free in
Book SynopsisLianwei Li's Ph.D. thesis solves a long-standing problem in polymer physics: how does a hyperbranched chain pass through a cylindrical pore smaller than its size under an elongational flow field? The question was asked by the Nobel Laureate, the late Professor de Gennes in the 70s but has never been seriously addressed through real experiments. This thesis outlines how Lianwei Li developed a novel polymerization strategy using a seesaw-type macromonomer to prepare a set of "defect-free" hyperbranched chagins with different overall molar masses and controllable uniform subchain lengths. The author then unearthed how the critical (minimum) flow rate at which a hyperbranched chain can pass through the pore, is dependent on the overall molar mass and the subchain length. The experimental results give a unified description of polymer chains with different topologies passing through a small cylindrical pore, which enables us to separate chains by their topologies instead of their sizes in ultrafiltration. In addition, this research also reveals how the chain structure of amphiphilic hyperbranched block and graft copolymers affect their solution properties, including the establishments of several classic scaling laws that relate the chain size and the intrinsic viscosity to the overall molar mass and the subchain length, respectively. This work has led to numerous publications in high-impact peer-reviewed journals.Table of ContentsIntroduction and Background.- Our Main Goals.- Seesaw-Type Macromonomer Strategy: a Versatile Approach for the Preparation of “Perfect” Hyperbranched Polymers.- Preparation of “Perfect” Hyperbranched Homopolymers and Copolymers by “Click” Chemistry.- Solution Properties of “Perfect” Hyperbranched Homopolymers and Copolymers.- Conclusion.- Experimental Part.
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Springer International Publishing AG International Congress on Polymers in Concrete
Book SynopsisThis volume collects the proceedings from the International Congress of Polymers in Concrete 2018 (ICPIC), held under the theme “Polymers for Resilient and Sustainable Concrete Infrastructure.” ICPIC 2018 provides an opportunity for researchers and specialists working in the fields of polymers to exchange ideas and follow the latest progress in the use of polymers in concrete infrastructure. It also showcases the use of polymers and polymer concrete in sustainable and resilient development, and provides a platform for local and overseas suppliers, developers, manufacturers and contractors using polymers, polymer concrete and polymer composites in concrete structures to develop new business opportunities and follow the latest developments in the field. The International Congress of Polymers in Concrete is an international forum that has taken place every three years for the last 40 years with the objective of following progress in the field of polymers and their use in concrete and construction. Following 15 successful congresses held in London (1975), Austin (1978), Koriyama (1981), Darmstadt (1984), Brighton (1987), Shanghai (1990), Moscow (1992), Oostende (1995), Bologna (1998), Honolulu (2001), Berlin (2004), Chuncheon (2007), Funchal (2010), Shanghai (2013) and Singapore (2015), the 16th ICPIC will take place in Washington, DC, from April 29 to May 1st, 2018.Table of ContentsPart I Keynote Papers 1 Concrete-Polymer Materials: How Far Have We Come and Were Do We Need to Go?2 Polymer Concrete for Bridge Preservation3 Feasibility Study of the Use of Polymer-Modified Cement Composites as 3D Concrete Printing Material4 Experimental Analysis and Micromechanics-Based Prediction of the Elastic and Creep Properties of Polymer-Modified Concrete at Early Ages5 Durability and Long-Term Performance of Fiber-Reinforced Polymer as a New Civil Engineering Material6 Nano-modified Polymer Concrete – A New Material for Smart and Resilient StructuresPart II Polymer Materials 7 Bio-Based Superplasticizers for Cement Based Materials8 Screening Encapsulated Polymeric Healing Agents for Carbonation Exposed Self-Healing Concrete, Service Life Extension and Environmental Benefit9 Synthesis and Characterization of Superabsorbent Polymer Hydrogels Used as Internal Curing Agents: Impact of Particle Shape on Mortar Compressive Strength10 Evaluation of Microencapsulated Corrosion Inhibitors in Reinforced Concrete11 The Use of Polymer Additions to Enhance the Performance of Industrial and Residential Decorative Concrete Flooring. 12 The Effect of Glucose on the Properties of Cement Paste13 Microstructured Polymers and Their Influences on the Mechanical Properties of PCC14 Stability of Latex in Cement Paste: Experimental Study and Theoretical Analysis15 Experimental Verification of Use Secondary Raw Materials as Fillers to Epoxy Polymer Concrete16 Effects of Anionic Asphalt Emulsion on Early Age Cement Hydration17 Polymer Solutions for Protection of Concrete Exposed to Strong Alkaline or Acid Effluent on Industrial Installations18 Lightweight Filled Epoxy Resins for Timber Restoration19 Effect of Methyl Methacrylate Monomer on Properties of Unsaturated Polyester Resin-Based Polymer Concrete20 Analysis of Mechanical Behavior and Durability of Coatings for Use as Flooring in the Petroleum Industry21 Evaluation of the Performance of Engineered Cementitious Composites (ECC) Produced from Local Materials22 Application of Phase Change Materials (PCM) in Concrete for Thermal Energy Storage23 Mortars with Phase Change Materials and Stone Waste to Improve Energy Efficiency in Buildings24 Physical and Mechanical Properties of Cement Mortars with Direct Incorporation of Phase Change Material25 Mechanical Performance of Fly Ash Geopolymeric Mortars Containing Phase Change MaterialsPart III Polymer Concrete 26 Are Polymers Still Driving Forces in Concrete Technology? 27 Mechanical Properties of Polymer Cement - Fiber Reinforced Concrete (PC-FRC) – Comparison Based on Experimental Studies28 Environmental Temperature and Humidity Adaptability of Polymer Modified Cement Mortar29 Innovative Polymer-Modified Pervious Concrete30 Combined Methods to Investigate the Crack-Bridging Ability of Waterproofing Membranes31 Polymer Concrete for A Modular Construction System – Investigation of Mechanical Properties and Bond Behaviour by Means of X-Ray CT32 Bending and Crack Characteristics of Polymer Lattice-Reinforced Mortar33 The Influence of Specimen Shape and Size on The PCC Compressive Strength Values34 Long-term Investigation on the Compressive Strength of Polymer Concrete with Fly Ash35 Overlays: A Great Use for Polymer Concrete36 PC with Superior Ductility using Mixture of Pristine and Functionalized Carbon Nanotubes37 Contribution of Concrete-Polymer Composites and Ancient Mortar Technology to Sustainable Construction38 Smart Monitoring of Movement and Internal Temperature Changes Within Polymer Modified Concrete Repair Patches.39 PIC: Does It Have Potential?40 A Perspective on 40 Years of Polymers in Concrete History41 Development Length of Steel Reinforcement in Polymer Concrete for Bridge Deck Closure 42 Development of Ultra Rapid-Hardening Epoxy Mortar for Railway Sleepers43 Contribution of C-PC to Resilience of Concrete Structures in Seismic Country Japan44 Precast Polymer Concrete Panels for Use on Bridges and TunnelsPart IV Polymer Fiber Concrete 45 The Effect of Combinations of Treated Polypropylene Fibers on the Energy Absorption of Fiber Reinforced Shotcrete46 Bond Performance of Steel Reinforced Polymer (SRP) Subjected to Environmental Conditioning and Sustained Stress47 High-Strength Strain-Hardening Cement-Based Composites (HS-SHCC) Made with Different High-Performance Polymer Fibers48 Uniaxial Tensile Creep Behavior of Two Types of Polypropylene Fiber Reinforced Concrete49 Dynamic Behavior of Textile Reinforced Polymer Concrete Using Split Hopkinson Pressure Bar50 Steel-Fiber Self-Consolidating Rubberized Concrete Subjected to Impact Loading51 Effect of Fiber Combinations on the Engineering Properties of High Performance Fiber Reinforced Cement Composites52 Application of Fibre Reinforced Polymer Reinforced Concrete for Low Level Radioactive Waste Disposal 53 Efficiency of Polymer Fibers in Lightweight PlasterPart V Polymer Concrete with Recycled Waste 54Properties of Ceramic Waste Powder Based Geopolymer Concrete55 Use of Recycled Polymers in Asphalt Concrete for Infrastructural Applications56 Influence of Method of Preparation of PC Mortar with Waste Perlite Powder on Its Rheological Properties57 Design and Manufacture of a Sustainable Lightweight Prefabricated Material Based on Gypsum Mortar with Semi-Rigid Polyurethane Foam Waste58 Cement Mortars Lightened with Rigid Polyurethane Foam Waste Applied on Site. Suitability and Durability 59 Latex-Modified Concrete Overlays Using Recycled Waste Paint60 Effect of Using Kaolin and Ground Granulated Blast-furnace Slag on Green Concrete Properties61 Lightweight Structural Recycled Mortars Fabricated with Polyurethane and Surfactants62 Hydration in Mortars Manufactured with Ladle Furnace Slag (LFS) and the Latest-Generation of Polymeric Emulsion Admixtures 63 Chemical Resistance of Vinyl-ester Concrete with Waste Mineral Dust Remaining After Preparation of Aggregate for Asphalt MixturePart VI Geopolymers 64 Performance Studies on Self Compacting Geo Polymer Concrete at Ambient Curing Condition65 Effect of 3D Printing on Mechanical Properties of Fly Ash Based Inorganic Geopolymer66 Optimization of Fly Ash Based Geopolymer Using a Dynamic Approach of the Taguchi Method67 Microstructural and Strength Investigation of Geopolymer Concrete with Natural Pozzolan and Micro Silica68 Performance of Steel-Fiber-Reinforced High Performance One-Part Geopolymer Concrete69 Effect of Different Class C Fly Ashes Composition on the Properties of the Alkali Activated Concrete70 Effect of Curing Temperatures on Zero-Cement Alkali-Activated Mortars71 Properties of PVA Fiber Reinforced Geopolymer Mortar72 Thermal Performance of Fly Ash Geopolymeric Mortars Containing Phase Change Materials73 Development of Fiber-Reinforced Slag-Based Geopolymer Concrete Containing Lightweight Aggregates Produced by Granulation of Petrit-T74 Applications of Geopolymers in Concrete for Low-Level Radioactive Waste ContainersPart VII Fiber Reinforced Polymers (FRP) 75Microstructure and Mechanical Property Behavior of FRP Reinforcement Autopsied from Bridge Structures Subjected to In-situ Exposure76 The Influences of Mechanical Load on FRP Composites Subjected to Environmental Corrosion77 Finite Element Analysis of RC Beams Strengthened in Shear with NSM FRP Rods78 Effect of Sustained Load Level on Long-term Deflections in GFRP and Steel-Reinforced Concrete Beams79 Flexural Behavior and Cracks in Concrete Beams Reinforced with GFRP Bars80 Flexural Rigidity Evaluation of Seismic Performance of Hollow-Core Composite Bridge Columns81 Three-Dimensional Numerical Analysis of Hollow-Core Composite Building Columns 82 Pultruded GFRP Reinforcing Bars with Carbon Nanotubes 83 On Mechanical Characteristics of HFRP Bars with Various Types of Hybridization84 Fatigue Behavior Characterization of Superelastic Shape Memory Alloy Fiber-reinforced Polymer Composites85 Strength Performance of Concrete Beams Reinforced with BFRP BarsPart VIII PC with Nanomaterial 86A Comparative Study on Colloidal Nano Silica Incorporation in Polymer Modified Cement Mortars87 Performance of UHPC and Nano-Modified Polymer Concrete (NMPC) Composite Wall Panels for protective Structures 88 Mechanical Characterization of Polymer Nanocomposites Reinforced with Graphene Nanoplatelets89 Oilwell Cement Modified with Bacterial Nanocellulose90 Effect of Incorporating Nano Silica on the Strength of Natural Pozzolan-Based Alkali Activated ConcretePart IX Strengthening & Restoration Using Polymers 91 Review of Polymer Coatings Used for Blast Strengthening of Reinforced Concrete and Masonry Structures92 Evaluation of Polymer-Modified Restoration Mortars for Corrosion Resistance of Sewage Treatment Structures93 Finite Element Modeling of CFRP Strengthened Low Strength Concrete Short Columns94 Improvement Works to Existing Column Stumps by Fiber Reinforced Polymer Strengthening System95 Silicone Resin Enclosing Method Applied for the Maintenance of Steel Bearings96 Bio-based Polyurethane Elastomer for Strengthening Application of Concrete Structures under Dynamic Loadings
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Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Condensed Matter Physics: Crystals, Liquids,
Book SynopsisDerived from lectures at the University of Freiburg, this textbook introduces solid-state physics as well as the physics of liquids, liquid crystals and polymers. The five chapters deal with the key characteristics of condensed matter: structures, susceptibilities, molecular fields, currents, and dynamics. The author strives to present and explain coherently the terms and concepts associated with the main properties and characteristics of condensed matter, while minimizing attention to extraneous details. As a result, this text provides the firm and broad basis of understanding that readers require for further study and research.Trade ReviewFrom the reviews: From "Applied Rheology", Vol. 14/2, 2004, p. 81: " 'Condensed Matter Physics' is one of few books covering both hard and soft condensed matter on a graduate studies level. ... Strobl's book provides an excellent, well organized introduction to the fundamentals of condensed matter physics. Although the topic is approached from a physicist's point of view and ca. one half is devoted to crystals, the book will not only be of high value for physics students. Other scientists and engineers who need to learn about hard or soft condensed matter will find it very helpful as well." "This is a translation of the original German edition. It is a textbook covering the lectures given by the author at the University of Freiburg. … The presentation is very concise with due insistence on the interrelations between the various phenomena and concepts. As such it provides a good introduction to the physics of condensed matter which will be of value to a broad audience of scientists." (Marc Baus, Physicalia, Vol. 57 (3), 2005) "The underlying aim of the book is to cover the whole of condensed matter … in a form which is concise enough to be the basis of an undergraduate course. … As someone who has worked in solid state physics … I found the book quite stimulating. … an admirable book which fully succeeds in its basic aim and would be of interest to many already working in the field … . would integrate well into the course structure of many Physics Departments." (Dr. M. Blamire, Contemporary Physics, Vol. 46 (2), 2005)"Even though exciting new fields open up in bio- and polymer physics, few textbooks so far cover soft matter adequately. In this sense, Strobl follows a very modern approach for undergraduate teaching by trying a unified treatment of "condensed matter" properties. This is a tribute to the increasing importance of life sciences and modern materials sciences, which do no more focus on simple structures such as perfect crystals, but handle a continious spectrum of pure liquids, solutions, liquid crystals, amorphous rubbers and glasses, nanocrystals, and finally perfect solids.... As is intended by the author, the book distinguishes from similar volumes by putting emphasis on polymers and liquid crystals, and especially by combining elementary physics with modern and ambitious thematic...."Condensed Matter Physics" is a clearly structured and well-written textbook which may certainly be recommended for undergraduate students not only in experimental physics but also in materials and engineering sciences. … Like many other good textbooks, it benefits from the great experience of the lecturer in presentation and, last but not least, from valuable exercises at the end of the parts with corresponding solutions in the appendix." (Walter Langel, Journal of Solid State Electrochemistry, 2006)Table of Contents1 Structures.- 2 Moduli, Viscosities and Susceptibilities.- 3 Molecular Fields and Critical Phase Transitions.- 4 Charges and Currents.- 5 Microscopic Dynamics.- A Thermodynamic Potentials.- B Solutions to the Exercises.- C A Small Selection of Further Reading.- D Nomenclature.- References.
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Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG The Physics of Polymers: Concepts for Understanding Their Structures and Behavior
Book SynopsisThe Physics of Polymers presents the elements of this important segment of material science, focusing on concepts above experimental techniques and theoretical methods. Written for graduate students of physics, material science and chemical engineering and for researchers working with polymers in academia and industry, the book introduces and discusses the basic phenomena which lead to the peculiar physical properties of polymeric systems. The revised and expanded Third Edition includes a new chapter dealing with conjugated polymers, explaining the physical basis of the characteristic electro-optic response, and the spectacular electrical conduction properties of conjugated polymers created by doping.Trade ReviewFrom the reviews: "Physicists wanting to learn about the fundamentals of polymers would find the book very interesting and informative." IEEE Electrical Insulation Magazine From Amazom.com reviews -- "5 Stars surely this book is excellent", January 11, 2005 "For graduate students in polymer science, especially polymer physics, I always have two books to recommend: Polymer Physics by Rubinstein and Colby, and this book by Strobl." "5 Stars A comprehensive polymer physics book!", January 2, 2003 "This is a comprehensive polymer physics book, each chapter is well written with adequate depth of coverage. Most definitely the book one must pick to delve into dynamics, thermodynamics, scattering and crystallization, and get to the level of appreciating the complexity and beauty of current research and understanding in the field of polymer physics. Highly recommended"Table of ContentsConstitution and Architecture of Chains.- Single Chain Conformations.- Polymer Solutions.- Polymer Blends and Block Copolymers.- The Semicrystalline State.- Mechanical and Dielectric Response.- Conjugated Polymers.- Microscopic Dynamics.- Non-Linear Mechanics.- Deformation, Yielding and Fracture.
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Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Organic Mechanisms: Reactions, Stereochemistry
Book Synopsis“Much of life can be understood in rational terms if expressed in the language of chemistry. It is an international language, a language without dialects, a language for all time, a language that explains where we came from, what we are, and where the physical world will allow us to go. Chemical Language has great esthetic beauty and links the physical sciences to the b- logical sciences. ” from The Two Cultures: Chemistry and Biology by Arthur Kornberg (Nobel Prize in Physiology and Medicine, 1959) Over the past two centuries, chemistry has evolved from a relatively pure disciplinary pursuit to a position of central importance in the physical and life sciences. More generally, it has p- vided the language and methodology that has unified, integrated and, indeed, molecularized the sciences, shaping our understanding of the molecular world and in so doing the direction, development and destiny of scientific research. The “language of chemistry” referred to by my former Stanford colleague is made up of atoms and bonds and their interactions. It is a s- tem of knowledge that allows us to understand structure and events at a molecular level and increasingly to use that understanding to create new knowledge and beneficial change. The words on this page, for example, are detected by the eye in a series of events, now generally understood at the molecular level.Trade ReviewFrom the reviews:"The new edition of the textbook of R. Bruckner is accurate, all important modern mechanistic and synthetic concepts of organic chemistry are presented in a very didactic fashion, a superb book to put in the hands of all who would want to learn synthetic organic chemistry or refresh their knowledge."Paul Knochel, Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich "Over its three editions, Professor Bruckner has significantly fine-tuned his outstanding textbook titled ‘Organic Mechanisms’, now available in English. This text is aimed squarely at students that have completed a typical one-year introductory course in organic chemistry and now wish to continue refining their understanding of the subject. At this level, the text is appropriately focused on providing the reader with an enhanced fundamental understanding of an ambitious range of organic reactions. Along with reminding the reader about fundamental principles necessary to understand the topic, Bruckner’s updated edition also provides a solid physical organic perspective on a wide range of processes. The text is not meant to be an exhaustive survey of reactions, but more of a sound introduction to the underlying principles that control reactivity in variety of transformations that chemistry students should be familiar with. The book, therefore, is particularly well suited for “intermediate” and “advanced” classes in organic chemistry, usually found in upper class electives and introductory graduate classes. The book will also serve as a valuable starting point for the more experienced chemist wishing to brush-up on organic transformations that they might be less familiar with.” Marc L. Snapper, Boston CollegeThis updated version of Professor Brückner’s ‘Organic Mechanisms’ provides a thorough overview of modern organic synthesis that is both comprehensive and accessible to chemists with all levels of experience. Detailed reaction mechanisms are illustrated with clear schemes that effectively convey the electronic and structural principles influencing reactivity and selectivity for the most common transformations used in organic synthesis. The pragmatic division of the material into introductory and more advanced sections enables the text to be used both as a teaching resource for both undergraduate chemistry students and researchers from allied disciplines and as a valuable text for experienced researchers. The book prompts the reader to readily grasp important concepts, while providing ample scope for extension and development of more advanced students of organic chemistry. ‘Organic Mechanisms’ is also a valuable resource for those involved in the application and practice of organic synthesis on a professional level. The range of topics discussed provides an up-to-date compendium of current methods, of relevance to both academia and industry, with the references at the end of each chapter providing a useful starting point for more detailed further reading. Overall, the new English edition of ‘Organic Mechanisms’ is an excellent single reference for those wishing to learn or better understand the complex practice of modern synthetic organic chemistry. It is long overdue and I look forward to having a copy readily available for my students. Margaret Brimble, The University of AucklandHaving held in high regard the 1st English edition of Bruckner´s textbook Organic Reaction Mechanisms I have been waiting for years for an updated version to appear. This long-expected textbook is now available. It has been completely revised and considerably expanded and is a meticulously composed treatise at the interface between synthetic organic chemistry and mechanistic analysis. Every student of advanced organic chemistry will benefit from this book." Koichi Narasaka, Nayang Technical University, Singapore.“This English edition of the German textbook by Bruckner … is an excellent resource for advanced academic students. … The presentation is impressive, and clear illustrations appear throughout the book. … This makes the work a very interesting read and offers abundant opportunities for students to create new problem sets. … For graduate students and instructors, this work offers a wealth of information. The end-of-chapter references are comprehensive and thorough. Summing Up: Highly recommended. Graduate students, researchers/faculty, and professionals.” (S. Rajaraman, Choice, Vol. 48 (3), November, 2010)Table of Contents1 Radical Substitution Reactions at the Saturated C Atom 2 Nucleophilic Substitution Reactions at the Saturated C Atom 3 Electrophilic Additions to the C-C Double Bond 4 ß-Eliminations 5 Substitution Reactions on Aromatic Compounds 6 Nucleophilic Substitution Reactions at the Carboxyl Carbon 7 Carboxylic Compound, Nitriles and Their Mutual Transformation 8 Carbonic Acid Derivatives and Heterocumulenes and their Mutual Transformation 9 Additions of Heteroatom Nucleophiles to Carbonyl Compounds and Subsequent Reactions - Condensaations of Heteroatom Nucleophiles with Carbonyl Compounds 10 Addition of Hydride Donors and Organometallic Compounds to Carbonyl Compounds 11 Conversion of Phosphorus- or Sulfur-Stabilized C Nucleophiles with Carbonyl Compounds: Addition-induced Condensations 12 The Chemistry of Enoles and Enamines 13 Chemistry of the Alkaline Earth Metal Enolates 14 Rearrangements 15 Thermal Cycloadditions 16 Transition Metal-Mediated Alkenylations, Arylations, and Alkynylations 17 Oxidations and Reductions
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Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG The Physics of Polymers: Concepts for Understanding Their Structures and Behavior
Book SynopsisThe Physics of Polymers presents the elements of this important segment of material science, focusing on concepts above experimental techniques and theoretical methods. Written for graduate students of physics, material science and chemical engineering and for researchers working with polymers in academia and industry, the book introduces and discusses the basic phenomena which lead to the peculiar physical properties of polymeric systems. The revised and expanded Third Edition includes a new chapter dealing with conjugated polymers, explaining the physical basis of the characteristic electro-optic response, and the spectacular electrical conduction properties of conjugated polymers created by doping.Trade ReviewFrom the reviews: "Physicists wanting to learn about the fundamentals of polymers would find the book very interesting and informative." IEEE Electrical Insulation Magazine From Amazom.com reviews -- "5 Stars surely this book is excellent", January 11, 2005 "For graduate students in polymer science, especially polymer physics, I always have two books to recommend: Polymer Physics by Rubinstein and Colby, and this book by Strobl." "5 Stars A comprehensive polymer physics book!", January 2, 2003 "This is a comprehensive polymer physics book, each chapter is well written with adequate depth of coverage. Most definitely the book one must pick to delve into dynamics, thermodynamics, scattering and crystallization, and get to the level of appreciating the complexity and beauty of current research and understanding in the field of polymer physics. Highly recommended"Table of ContentsConstitution and Architecture of Chains.- Single Chain Conformations.- Polymer Solutions.- Polymer Blends and Block Copolymers.- The Semicrystalline State.- Mechanical and Dielectric Response.- Conjugated Polymers.- Microscopic Dynamics.- Non-Linear Mechanics.- Deformation, Yielding and Fracture.
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Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG A Prehistory of Polymer Science
Book SynopsisPolymer science is now an active and thriving community of scientists, engineers and technologists, but there was a time, not so long ago, when there was no such community. The prehistory of polymer science helps to provide key insights into current issues and historical problems. The story will be divided into an ancient period ( from Greek times to the creation of the molecular consensus), a nascent period (from Dalton to Kekule to van’t Hoff) and a period of paradigm formation and controversy (from Staudinger to Mark to Carothers). The prehistory concludes with an account of the epochal 1935 Discussion of the Faraday Society on “Polymerization”. After this meeting an active community engaged in trying to solve the central problems defined by the discussions.Table of ContentsAncient Period.- Nascent Period.- Period of Paradigm Formation.- The Age of Macromolecules.
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Springer Fachmedien Wiesbaden Konstruierte Stabilität: Die Geschichte von
Book SynopsisWie lange gibt es schon Verbundwerkstoffe? Woher kommt die klassische Laminattheorie? Wer baute den ersten modernen Faserverbund? In diesem Fachbuch zur Geschichte der Materialforschung werden erstmalig werkstofftechnische Forschungs- und Entwicklungsstrategien zu hybriden Werkstoffen des 19. und 20. Jahrhunderts untersucht. Dabei analysiert der Autor eine Vielzahl von Fakten, welche einen Pendelgang zwischen konstruktiver Anwendung und werkstofftechnischer Sondierung bei diesen „Baukastenwerkstoffen“ konstatieren. Die vorliegende Untersuchung stellt die Entwicklung und Bedeutung der Verbundwerkstoffe in einem historischen Kontext dar.Table of ContentsFrühe Verbundwerkstoffe.- Entwicklung von Verbundwerkstoffen im industriellen Kontext des 19. Jahrhunderts.- Verbundwerkstoffe im Kontext der Polymerchemie im 20. Jahrhundert.- Entwicklung hybrider Werkstoffsysteme in der zweiten Hälfte des 20. Jahrhunderts.- Auswertung.
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Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Polymer Chemistry
Book SynopsisAwarded the Literature Prize of the VCI This comprehensive textbook describes the synthesis, characterization and technical and engineering applications of polymers. Polymers are unique molecules and have properties different from any other class of materials. We encounter them in everyday life, not only in the form of the well-known, large-volume plastics such as PE or PP or the many other special polymers, some of which are very specifically modified but also in nature as polymeric biomolecules, such as DNA. Our life, as we know it, would not only be completely different without macromolecules but it would also be biologically impossible. This textbook provides a broad knowledge of the basic concepts of macromolecular chemistry and the unique properties of this class of materials. Environmentally relevant topics, such as biopolymers and microplastic, which should not be missing in a contemporary textbook are also covered. Building on basic knowledge of organic chemistry and thermodynamics, the book presents an easy-to-understand yet in-depth picture of this very dynamic and increasingly important interdisciplinary science that involves elements of chemistry, physics, engineering, and the life sciences. Readers of this work can confirm their understanding of the text at the end of each chapter by working through a selection of exercises. In writing the book, great importance was attached to good readability despite the necessary depth of detail. It is a book that is just as suitable for students of chemistry and related courses as it is for the applied scientist in an industrial environment. The first edition of this work is so far the only textbook on polymer chemistry to be awarded the Literature Prize of the Fund of the German Chemical Industry Association in 2015.Table of ContentsIntroduction and Basic Concepts.- Polymers in Solution.- Polymer Analysis: Molar Mass Determination.- Polymers in Solid State.- Partially Crystalline Polymers.- Amorphous Polymers.- Polymers as Materials.- Step-Growth Polymerization.- Radical Polymerization.- Ionic Polymerization.- Catalytic Polymerization.- Ring-Opening Polymerization.- Copolymerization.- Important Polymers Produced by Chain-Growth Polymerization.- Chemistry with Polymers.- Industrially Relevant Polymerization Processes.- The Basics of Plastics Processing.- Elastomers.- Functional Polymers.- Liquid Crystalline Polymers.- Polymers and the Environment.- Selected Developments in Polymer Science.
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JOVIS Verlag Architectures of Weaving: From Fibers and Yarns
Book SynopsisArchitectures of Weaving bridges architecture and textile by exploring fiber architectures from the micro scale of biological systems to the macro scale of textile and built structures. Selected case studies, essays, and interviews reflect on cultural practices and materials research through the lens of textile thinking. In the quest for sustainable and resilient approaches that meet the challenges of our time, the book presents fascinating approaches heralding a paradigm shift by working with fibrous materiality: structures become flexible and adaptive, they interact with their environment. As a source of inspiration, the book assembles exceptional contributions from the fields of architecture, art, material science, cultural history, design, engineering, mathematics, microbiology, and textile technology.
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Springer Verlag, Japan Formulas, Ingredients and Production of Cosmetics: Technology of Skin- and Hair-Care Products in Japan
Book SynopsisToday, young cosmetics researchers who have completed their graduate studies and have entered a cosmetics company are put through several years of training before they become qualified to design cosmetics formulations themselves. They are trained so that they can design formulas not by a process of logic but by heart, like craftsmen, chefs, or carpenters. This kind of training seems a terrible waste of labor and time. To address this issue and allow young scientists to design novel cosmetics formulations, effectively bringing greater diversity of innovation to the industry, this book provides a key set of skills and the knowledge necessary for such pursuits. The volume provides the comprehensive knowledge and instruction necessary for researchers to design and create cosmetics products. The book’s chapters cover a comprehensive list of topics, which include, among others, the basics of cosmetics, such as the raw materials of cosmetics and their application; practical techniques and technologies for designing and manufacturing cosmetics, as well as theoretical knowledge; emulsification; sensory evaluations of cosmetic ingredients; and how to create products such as soap-based cleansers, shampoos, conditioners, creams, and others. The potential for innovation is great in Japan’s cosmetics industry. This book expresses the hope that the high level of dedicated research continues and proliferates, especially among those who are innovators at heart.Table of ContentsDeveloping the formulations of cosmetics.- Raw materials of cosmetics.- Emulsions.- Sensory properties of cosmetics.- Practice of designing cosmetics formulations.
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Springer Liquid Film Coating: Scientific principles and their technological implications
Book SynopsisIn spite of all the activity in coating process wide range of available methods or to invent a research, there is no preceding comprehensive new one. Then, of course, the details of the text that summarizes results obtained in various coatingequipmentmustbespecifiedanddesigned, placesaroundtheworldandpublishedindifferent and feasibility of the process selected must be technicaljournals. Inparticular,thereisnosingle demonstrated for a desired range of operating textthatsystematicallyinterpretsallthe physical conditions. For anexistingproduct,on theother mechanisms that control coating processes, and hand, the most pressing issues are often to that explains implications ofscientific principles expand the range of successful operation, for on industrial coating applications. This is not to instance to higher coating speeds, thinner wet saythatnobooksorreviewsoncoatingtechnology layers, or more layers coated simultaneously; to have been written in the past. However, they all eliminate coating imperfections or defects that focus oneithercoatingequipment(Higgins 1965; degrade product quality; and to increase the Booth 1970; Weiss 1977; Satas 1984); on just a yield, or the fraction ofsalable material from an fewparticularcoatingmethods(Middleman 1977; entire lot coated. Coating engineers, together Ruschak 1985);oronparticularaspectsofcoating with formulation chemists, also respond to technology such as numerical methods (Kistler never-endingquests to improve the performance and Scriven 1983), process control (Frost and ofthe final products which, in some instances in Gutoff 1991), or wettability (Blake 1984; Berg very subtle ways and in others to a significant 1993). The recent volumes edited by Cohen and extent, depend on careful control of the micro- Gutoff(1992)and Benkreira(1993)emergedfrom structure or surface properties imparted on the shortcourseson coating technology. They cover coatedlayersbythecoatingflowprocessupstream.Table of ContentsIntroduction. Coating Science and Technology: an overview. Physics and material interactions of coating processes. Capillary hydrodynamics and interfacial phenomena. Wetting: static and dynamic contact lines. Surfactants: static and dynamic surface tension. Coating rheology: component influence in the rheological response and performance of water-borne coatings in roll applications . The fate of thin liquid films after coating. Methods of investigating coating processes. Experimental methods. Asymptotic methods for the mathematical analysis of coating flows. Advances in computational methods for free-surface films . Theory and practice of coating processes. Analysis and design of internal coating die cavities. Pre-metered coating processes. Self-metered coating processes. Free meniscus coating processes. Spin coating. Control and optimization of coating processes. Index
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Springer Properties of Water in Foods: in Relation to
Book SynopsisWater is recognized as being an important factor in numerous pheno mena connected with the quality of food. For instance, it plays a part in the textural properties of several commodities. Moreover, water is an essential parameter determining the behaviour of food products in the course of many processing operations : on water, will depend the amount of energy necessary for freezing or dehydrating the product; water will strongly influence the evolution of physical, chemical and biochemical phenomena taking place in the product during processing operations such as heating, drying, etc. Water will also influence the same reactions, as well as the activity of microorganisms, during the storage of food products under various conditions. As a result, all aspects of quality - sensory, nutritional and hygienic properties of the food - will be affected. In all these circumstances, the water content of a product is obviously an important factor, but equally important may be the physical properties of this water, such as its thermodynamic activity and its mobility. Actual ly, the concept of water activity (a ) is now widely used by the food industry and in the legislation of sever')¥l countries. The idea of a small, international meeting devoted to a synthetic review and discussion of knowledge on these various matters, was first developed by Dr. R. B.Table of ContentsSession I. Fundamentals : high moisture systems.- Water and aqueous solutions : recent advances.- Phase separation in protein — water systems and the formation of structure.- The dipalmitoylphosphatidylcholine (DPPC) — water system.- An enzymatically modified protein as a new surfactant and its function to interact with water and oil in an emulsion system.- Session 2. Fundamentals : low and intermediate moisture systems.- The influence of soluble components on water sorption hysteresis.- Some facts concerning water vapour sorption hysteresis on potato starch.- Influence of temperature on sorption equilibria.- Development of B.E.T.-like models for sorption of water on foods, theory and relevance.- Solution thermodynamics and the starch-water system.- Session 3. Physico-chemical and enzymatic changes.- Effects of water activity and water content on mobility of food components, and their effects on phase transitions in food systems.- Enzyme activity as a function of water activity.- The influence of water content and temperature on the formation of Maillard reaction intermediates during the drying of plant products.- Polysaccharide-water interactions — thermal behavior of rice starch.- Session 4. Microbiology and water activity.- Present state of knowledge of aw effects on microorganisms.- Effects of aw and pH on growth and survival of Staphylococcus aureus.- Effect of aw on growth and survival of Bacillaceae.- Effect of water activity on mold growth and mycotoxin production.- The antimicrobial activity of sugar against pathogens of wounds and other infections of man.- Hurdle technology applied to meat products of the shelf stable product and intermediate moisture food types.- Session 5. Technology : diffusion properties and non equilibrium states.- Fundamentals of diffusion of water and rate of approach of equilibrium aw.- Diffusivity of sorbic acid in food gels at high and intermediate water activities.- Aroma diffusion : the influence of water activity and of molecular weight of the other solutes.- Choice of packages for foods with specific consideration of water activity.- The role of water in the rheology of hygroscopic food powders.- Session 6. Technology : humectants and new intermediate moisture foods (IMF).- A pragmatic approach to the development of new intermediate moisture foods.- Water binding of humectants.- Novel intermediate moisture meat products.- Extrusion cooking for cereal-based intermediate moisture products.- Polyglycerols and polyglycerol esters as potential water activity reducing agents. Chemistry and sensory analysis.- Session 7. Freezing and low temperature phenomena.- Complex aqueous systems at subzero temperatures.- The freezing of biological cells in aqueous solutions containing a polymeric cryo-protectant.- Freezing in polymer — water systems and properties of water.- Freeze-texturing and other aspects of the effects of freezing on food quality.- Computed instrumental analysis of the behavior of water in foods during freezing and thawing.- Session 8. Commodities : properties of water and technology.- Water in fish : its effects on quality and processing.- The effect of water on the quality of meat and meat products : problems and research needs.- Water in dairy products related to quality, with special reference to cheese.- Confectionery and water activity: determination of aw by calculation.- Session 9. Moisture measurement and prediction.- Comparison of sensors for measurement of air humidity.- Standardization of isotherm measurements (COST-project 90 and 90 bis).
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Springer Multicomponent Polymeric Materials
Book SynopsisThe book offers an in-depth review of the materials design and manufacturing processes employed in the development of multi-component or multiphase polymer material systems. This field has seen rapid growth in both academic and industrial research, as multiphase materials are increasingly replacing traditional single-component materials in commercial applications. Many obstacles can be overcome by processing and using multiphase materials in automobile, construction, aerospace, food processing, and other chemical industry applications. The comprehensive description of the processing, characterization, and application of multiphase materials presented in this book offers a world of new ideas and potential technological advantages for academics, researchers, students, and industrial manufacturers from diverse fields including rubber engineering, polymer chemistry, materials processing and chemical science. From the commercial point of view it will be of great value to those involved in processing, optimizing and manufacturing new materials for novel end-use applications. The book takes a detailed approach to the description of process parameters, process optimization, mold design, and other core manufacturing information. Details of injection, extrusion, and compression molding processes have been provided based on the most recent advances in the field. Over two comprehensive sections the book covers the entire field of multiphase polymer materials, from a detailed description of material design and processing to the cutting-edge applications of such multiphase materials. It provides both precise guidelines and general concepts for the present and future leaders in academic and industrial sectors.Table of ContentsSection I: Multicimponent Polymer Material Processing.Chapter 1: Introduction: Multi Component Materials.Chapter 2: Design for Multicomponent Materials.Chapter 3: Design of Mold for Multicomponent Material.Chapter 4: Injection Molding for Multicomponent Materials.Chapter 5: Extrusion of Multicomponent Product.Chapter 6: Compression for Multiphase Products.Chapter 7: Paints and Coating of Multicomponent Product. Section II: Applications of Multicomponent Product.Chapter 8: Multilayer Polymer Films.Chapter 9: Hybrid Systems for Multi-Layer Fuel and Air Hoses in Automobiles.Chapter 10: Multilayer Pipes.Chapter 11: Multilayer (Fuel) Storage Tank.Chapter 12: Multilayer Bottles.Chapter 13: Multiphase Materials for Tire Applications.Chapter 14: Interfacial Compatibilization of Multilayered Products. Chapter 15: Multilayer Nanowires and Miscellaneous Multilayer Products.
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Onomatopee Unfolding Fashion Tech: Pioneers of Bright
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Springer Verlag, Singapore Nanoclay Reinforced Polymer Composites: Natural
Book SynopsisThis book highlights the most essential advances in nanoclay-based nanocomposites, especially natural fibre-reinforced polymer composites. Readers will find extensive information on nanoclay from preparation to applications, and the characterization techniques needed in order to evaluate the resulting properties of nanoclay-based natural fibre-reinforced polymer composites. Topics covered include the characterization of nano-sized clay, chemical modification, and processing techniques for nanocomposites from nanoclay. The book offers a valuable reference guide for academics and industrial practitioners alike.Table of ContentsRecent advances in nanoclay/Natural fibre based Hybrid Composites.- Nanoclay based natural fibre reinforced polymer composites: Mechanical and Thermal properties.- Processing techniques of nanoclay based natural fibre reinforced polymer composites.- Effect of nanoclay on natural fiber/polymer composites.- Effect of Nanoclay on the Mechanical Performance of Cellulose Particulate Reinforced Polymer Composites Manufactured by JMFIL Process.- Effects of Micro- and Nano- Cellulose on Tensile and Morphological Properties of Montmorillonite Nanoclay Reinforced Polylactic Acid Nanocomposites.- Nanoclay and natural fibers based hybrid composites: Mechanical, morphological, thermal and rheological properties.- Mechanical Performance of Nanoclay/natural fibre reinforced polymer composites.- Tribiological properties of natural fibre/Nanoclay composites.- Hybrid composite foams based on nanoclays and natural fibres.- Effect of Plasticizer on Fracture Toughness of Polylactic Acid (PLA)/ Kenaf Fiber (KF)/ Montmorillonite organoclay (MMT) Hybrid Biocomposite.
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World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Composites And Metamaterials
Book SynopsisThis book is an excellent primer for students to learn about physical properties, particularly mechanical properties of heterogeneous and multiphase materials and the cultivation of physical insight. Written by a prominent author who pioneered many of the concepts, this book provides a comprehensive coverage of fundamental and current topics in traditional composites and new heterogeneous materials.Topics covered include:
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World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Innovative Piezo-active Composites And Their
Book SynopsisThis monograph provides researchers, engineers, postgraduates and lecturers working in the field of ferroelectric or piezoelectric and related materials with features of the structure-property relationships in modern piezo-active composites. These are piezoelectric composites which are active dielectric materials, which can be poled ferroelectric ceramics or domain-engineered single crystals poled along specific crystallographic directions. Current knowledge of the effective physical properties of these materials is lacking especially due to gaps of information in physical, chemical, microgeometric and technological factors. For composite and transducer design purposes, the expected properties of these piezo-active materials have been theorized through models by the authors and proven in experiments. Various well-known journals have published this research, among many others: Smart Materials and Structures; Journal of Physics D: Applied Physics; IEEE Transactions on Ultrasonics, Ferroelectrics, and Frequency Control; Acta Materialia.The book summarises and generalises a series of authors' works on the problem of the effective properties and related parameters of modern two- and three-component piezo-active composites wherein the microgeometric factor plays the dominating role. Specific examples of the performance of composites based on domain-engineered single crystals are also discussed. New trends are described in the research of modern piezo-active composites with the aim of filling the gaps in piezoelectric materials science. The primary goal of the book is to show advantages of different methods being applied to manufacture and study the functional composites that are suitable for piezoelectric energy harvesting, hydroacoustic, sensor, actuator, and other transducer applications.
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World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Metamaterials And Nanophotonics: Principles,
Book SynopsisThis monograph is a detailed introduction to the nascent and ever-evolving fields of metamaterials and nanophotonics, with key techniques and applications needed for a comprehensive understanding of these fields all detailed. These include the 'standard' and high-accuracy 'nonstandard' FDTD techniques, finite-difference frequency-domain mode solvers, the transfer matrix method, analytic calculations for dielectric and plasmonic waveguides, dispersion, Maxwell-Bloch and density functional theory, as well as design methods for constructing metamaterials and nanolasers, and quantum plasmonics. The book is intended for final-year undergraduates, as well as postgraduates or active researchers who wish to understand and enter these fields in a 'user-friendly' manner, and who have a basic understanding of and familiarity with electromagnetic theory.
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World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Graphene Composite Materials
Book SynopsisThis unique compendium introduces in detail the basic theory, process methods, property evaluation, research progress, development trend, and basic scientific issues in the combination of graphene and its composite materials in recent years.The useful reference text focuses on four categories of graphene composite materials based on the matrix materials, metal, resin, rubber composites, and composite coatings. The research background, research achievements, and possible applications in the corresponding fields of each section are also reviewed.
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Springer Verlag, Singapore Polymer Gels: Science and Fundamentals
Book SynopsisThis book exclusively focuses on the science and fundamentals of polymer gels, as well as the numerous advantages that polymer gel-based materials offer. It presents a comprehensive collection of chapters on the recent advances and developments in the core science and fundamentals of both synthetic and natural polymer-based gels, and pays particular attention to applications in the various research fields of biomedicine and engineering. Key topics addressed include: polysaccharide-based gels and their fundamentals; stimuli-responsive polymer gels; polymer gels applied to enzyme and cell immobilization; chitosan-based gels for cancer therapy; natural polymeric and gelling agents; radiation dosimetry; polymeric gels as vehicles for enhanced drug delivery across the skin; transport in and through gel; and polymer gel nanocomposites and functional gels. The book’s extensive and highly topical coverage will appeal to researchers working in a broad range of fields in industry and academia alike.Table of ContentsBrea Gum Gel Capacity.- An Overview on Polymer Gels Applied to Enzyme and Cell Immobilization.- Xylan-Based Gels and Their Fundamentals.- Stimuli-Responsive Polymer Gels for Protein Delivery.- Polysaccharide-Based Polymergels.- Chitosan Based Gels for Cancer Therapy.- Natural Polymeric and Gelling Agents.- Radiation Dosimetry - A Different Prospective of Polymer Gel.- Polymeric Gels: Vehicles for Enhanced Drug Delivery Across Skin.- Graphene Oxide - Polymer Gels.- Transport in and Through Gel.- Strategizing Advance Application of Polymer Gels by Incorporation of Fillers.- Polymer Gels: New Materials for the Future.- Polymer Gel-Clay (Nano)Composites.- Functional Gels.- Molecular Distinction Between Structures of Nanoporous Siloxane Polymers.- Stimuli Responsive Polysaccharides Based Gels: Fundamental and Pharmaceutical Aspects.- Polymer Gel for Islet Encapsulation for Diabetes Therapy.
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Springer Verlag, Singapore Ionically Gelled Biopolysaccharide Based Systems
Book SynopsisThis volume provides a thorough insight into the chemistry and mechanism of ionic gelations of various ionic biopolysaccharides, like alginate, gellan gum, pectin, chitosan, carboxymethyl cellulose, etc., and the applications of various ionically gelled biopolysaccharides in drug delivery fields, with chapters emphasizing the recent advances in the field by the experts. This book will be of interest to graduate students and academic and industry researchers from pharmacy, biotechnology, bioengineering, biomedical and material sciences fields.Table of ContentsIonically gelled pectinates in drug delivery.- Ionically gelled alginates in drug delivery.- Ionically gelled gellan gum in drug delivery.- Ionically gelled chitosan in drug delivery.- Ionically gelled carboxymethyl polysaccharides in drug delivery.- Polyelectrolyte complex-based ionically gelled biopolymeric systems for sustained drug release.- Ionically gelled polysaccharide-based interpenetrating polymer network systems in drug delivery.- Ionically gelled polysaccharide-based multiple-units in drug delivery.- Ionically gelled polysaccharide-based floating drug delivery systems.
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Springer Verlag, Singapore Composite Materials for Extreme Loading:
Book SynopsisThis book presents the select proceedings of the Indo-Korean workshop on Multi Functional Materials for Extreme Loading, 2021. The book mainly focuses on the very important emerging area of response to extreme loading of composites as well as other materials involving characterization studies, failure mechanisms conditions under quasi static to high strain rates, impact loads, blast loads, crash analysis, and other thermal and fatigue loads. The book also includes other important areas related to special materials and techniques such as 3D printing, nano-composites, multifunctional materials, and high temperature materials. The contents of this book are useful for beginners, industrial designers, academic researchers, and graduate students. Table of ContentsChapter 1 - The behaviour of Nickel Foam as Flow Field Plate in PEM Fuel Cell under Mechanical Loads – Numerical Studies.- Chapter 2 - Hybrid phase field modelling of dynamic brittle fracture and implementation in FEniCS.-Chapter 3 - Coating Material Design for Traction Motor Bearings of Electric Vehicles under Electrical Loads.- Chapter 4 - A Comparative Investigation of Energy Storage Potential of Nanoparticles Doped in Black Paint Coated Absorber For Solar Desalination Application.-Chapter 5 - Effect of Heating Rate on the Thermomechanical Cycle of Shape Memory Polymers.-Chapter 6 - Preparation and optimization of insulin loaded solid lipid nanoparticles for the targeted delivery of insulin to the lungs for diabetes treatment via inhalation.- Chapter 7 - Analysis of drill tool wear using acoustic emission signals based on IBS technique for CFRP laminates.- Chapter 8 - Eco friendly Sisal Fiber /Poly Lactic Acid Composite Material for Thermal Insulation Applications.- Chapter 9 - An Experimental Investigation on Adhesivity of Modified Epoxy at Different Curing Temperature.- Chapter 10 - Effect of Eccentricity of Load on buckling behavior of FRP Columns.- Chapter 11 - Effect of Annealing Time and Temperature on Dynamic Mechanical Properties of Extrusion Printed Polylactic Acid.- Chapter 12 - Laser-Induced Forward Transfer of NiTi for functional application.- Chapter 13 - Qualification of 3-D Printed AlSi10Mg Part for Military Airborne Applications.- Chapter 14 - Parametric analysis and response surface optimization of surface roughness and cutting rate in the machining using WEDM.- Chapter 15 - Investigation of Strain Localization in Additively Manufactured AlSi10Mg using CPFEM.- Chapter 16 - Study on Drilling of Additively Manufactured Inconel 718.-Chapter 17 - Extrusion Based 3d-Printing of Bioceramic Structures - A Review.- Chapter 18 - A numerical study of ballistic resistance of a single layer ceramic target.-Chapter 19 - Ballistic performance of circular and oval shape perforated metallic armour.-Chapter 20 - High-velocity impact studies on Dyneema fabric with and without STF -Experimental and Theoretical studies.- Chapter 21 - Pressure-Impulse Diagrams for Paper Honeycomb Core Sandwich Panel Using Finite Element Method.- Chapter 22 - Effect of Cell Geometry on the Out of Plane Response of Aluminium Honeycomb using Finite Element Method.- Chapter 23 - Interaction of Structural Member with Near Field Detonation: Effect on Shock Wave Pattern and Overpressure Profile.- Chapter 24 - Failure Analysis of Human Body Lower Extremity during Lateral Blast: A Computational Study.- Chapter 25 - Numerical Simulation of an Impact Damper System by Finite Element Method.-Chapter 26 - Mechanical Behaviour and Finite Element Analysis of Biomaterials: A Review.-Chapter 27 - Multi-material System Response to an Impact-induced Shock.- Chapter 28 - Numerical Simulation of Strain-rate Effect of Al Circular Tube under Dynamic Loading Conditions.- Chapter 29 - Debonding Effects and Shock Propagation in a Layered System Subjected to High Velocity Impact.-Chapter 30 - Comparison of Experimental and Operational modal analysis on a flexible silicone tube conveying fluid.- Chapter 31 - Numerical Modeling of Energy Absorption by Plastic Deformation of Aluminum Honeycomb Structure Subjected to Close-Range Blast Event.- Chapter 32 - Numerical Modelling of V-Shaped Composite Plate Subjected to Blast Loading.- Chapter 33 - Study of Different Materials to Mitigate Blast Energy for the Tunnel Subjected to Buried Explosion.- Chapter 34 - Free Vibration and Blast Load Analysis of Porous Functionally Graded Plates.
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Springer Verlag, Singapore Polymer-Based Advanced Functional Materials for
Book SynopsisPolymer-based advanced functional materials are one of most sought after products of this global high performance material demand as polymer-based materials guarantee both processing ease and mechanical flexibilities. This volume provides a comprehensive and updated review of major innovations in the field of polymer-based advanced functional materials which focuses on constructive knowledge on advanced multifunctional materials and their resultant techno-commercial applications. The contents aim at restricting the coverage to energy and environment related applications as the said two are the most emerging application domains of polymer-based advanced functional materials. It highlights the cutting-edge and recent research findings of polymer based advanced functional materials in energy and environment sectors wherein each chapter focuses on a specific energy and environment related application of polymer-based advanced functional materials, their preparation technique, nature enhancement achieved and allied factors. This volume would be of great interest to researchers, academicians and professionals, involved in polymers, chemistry, energy and environmental research, and other allied domains.Table of ContentsSustainable polymer based membrane for energy and environmental applications.- Advanced polymer aerogels for energy storage and water purification applications.- Advanced polymeric material in membrane and hybrid techniques for water and energy sustainability.- Inorganic nanofillers for polymer nanocomposites of energy and environmental interest.- Polyurethane composites for energy and environmental applications.- Polymer-based membranes for vanadium redox batteries.
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Springer Verlag, Singapore Bio-Fiber Reinforced Composite Materials:
Book SynopsisThis book provides an overview on the latest technology and applications of bio-based fiber composite materials. It covers the mechanical and thermal properties of bio-fibers for polymeric resins and explains the different pre-treatment methods used by the researchers for the enhancement. In addition, this book also presents a complete analysis on the tribological behavior of bio-fiber reinforced polymer composites to appreciate the friction and wear behavior. This book would be a handy to the industrial practitioners and researchers in the direction of achieving optimum design for the components made of natural fiber based polymer matrix composites. Table of Contents1. Bio-fibre Reinforced Composites: Mechanical, Thermal and tribological properties and Industrial Applications-An Introduction.- 2. Trash Pineapple Leaf Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composite Materials for Light Applications.- 3. Bio-fibre Reinforced Polymeric Composites for Industrial, Medicine and Domestic Applications.- 4. Different natural fiber reinforced composites and its potential industrial and domestic applications: A Review.- 5. Biodegradable fibers, Polymers, composites and its biodegradability, processing and Testing Methods.
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Springer Verlag, Singapore Nondestructive Testing and Evaluation of
Book SynopsisThis book presents a detailed description of the most common nondestructive testing(NDT) techniques used for the testing and evaluation fiber-reinforced composite structures, during manufacturing and/or in service stages. In order to facilitate the understanding and the utility of the different NDT techniques presented, the book first provides some information regarding the defects and material degradation mechanisms observed in fiber-reinforced composite structures as well as their general description and most probable causes. It is written based on the extensive scientific research and engineering backgrounds of the authors in the NDT and structural health monitoring (SHM) of structural systems from various areas including electrical, mechanical, materials, civil and biomedical engineering. Pursuing a rigorous approach, the book establishes a fundamental framework for the NDT of fiber-reinforced composite structures, while emphasizing on the importance of technique’s spatial resolution, integrated systems analysis and the significance of the influence stemming from the applicability of the NDT and the physical parameters of the test structures in the selection and utilization of adequate NDT techniques.The book is intended for students who are interested in the NDT of fiber-reinforced composite structures, researchers investigating the applicability of different NDT techniques to the inspections of structural systems, and NDT researchers and engineers working on the optimization of NDT systems for specific applications involving the use of fiber-reinforced composite structures.Table of ContentsForeword by Prof. Shandong. Tu (Academician, Chinese Academy of Engineering).- Preface.- Chapter 1 - Introduction and background of fiber-reinforced composite materials.- Chapter 2 - Introduction to nondestructive testing and evaluation of fiber-reinforced composites.- Chapter 3 - Visual testing for fiber-reinforced composite materials.- Chapter 4 - Non-destructive evaluation (NDE) of aerospace composites: ultrasonic techniques.- Chapter 5 - Infrared thermography testing and evaluation of fiber-reinforced composite materials.- Chapter 6 - Terahertz testing technique for fiber-reinforced composite materials.- Chapter 7 - Application of acoustic emission for the inspection of fiber-reinforced composite materials.- Chapter 8 - Other methods.- Chapter 9 – Important conclusions, developments and future trends.- Appendix A: Examples of typical standards in relation to NDT techniques for the inspection of composite structures.
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Springer Verlag, Singapore Polymer Technology in Dye-containing Wastewater: Volume 2
Book SynopsisThe textile industry is among the most significant polluters of water owing to the existence of various types of pollution streams generated by printing processes and textile dyeing. The book begins by documenting various types of Poly (vinyl alcohol) PVA-derived adsorbents (gels, fibers, films, composite particles), membranes, and photocatalysts in combination with conventional adsorbents, polymers, carbonaceous and metallic materials and their use in elimination of dyes from contaminated water. It follows by discussing different properties of nanocomposite membranes such as hydrogels, xerogels and aerogels used in this purpose. Also, different polymer – based adsorbents such as ceramic adsorbent, clay, hydrogels, starch, cellulose, chitosan, alginates, etc are presented in this book.Table of ContentsPoly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA)-based treatment technologies in the remediation of dye-containing textile wastewater Polymeric membranes nanocomposites as effective strategy for dye removal Polymer membrane in textile wastewater Dye removal using polymer composites as adsorbents Polymer‐derived ceramic adsorbent for removal of dyes from water Polymeric hydrogels for dye adsorption Bacterial Extracellular Polymeric Substances for Degradation of Textile Dyes Polymer derived electrospun ceramic nanofibers adsorbents for textile waste water treatment Natural biodegradable polymeric bio-adsorbents for textile wastewater Applications of Inorganic Polymers in Textile Wastewater Treatment
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Springer Verlag, Singapore Composites from the Aquatic Environment
Book SynopsisThis book provides a methodical compilation of deriving composites from the hidden treasure of the aquatic world.Continuous and rapid progress in the composite industries have increased the demand for resilient, economically viable, and sustainable composite materials having enhanced mechanical , thermal and electrical properties which better suits there respective applications.If the materials/organisms used for the production or conversion of composites are renewable, degradable and easily and abundantly available then it gives great opportunity to the researchers to work on different options or processes to make them a viable technology. This work describes the organisms and materials present in the aquatic environment for the production of composite materials. Elaborating the versatile green expedients and their potential applications in the field of composites. Since, growing ecological and environmental consciousness has driven efforts for development of new innovative materials for various end-use applications.Therefore the LCA an circular bio-economy will be discussed to be efficient and sustainable. This book is ideal for the students, academicians, researchers and industry players. It also cover the present scenario, applications and future perspectives of composites derived from aquatic organisms. This compiled book features chapters that discuss the conversion of different materials and organisms present in aquatic environment to composite materials like micro-algae, seaweeds, chitosan, collagen, agar cyanobacteria etc.in a viable manner.Table of ContentsOverview of composites from the aquatic environment.- LCA of microalgae biopolymer composites.- Microalgae based biopolymer composites: Role in circular bioeconomy.- Recent development in water hyacinth fiber composite and its application.- Characterization of water hyacinth biopolymer composites.- Chitosan (sea shell) based composites:Recent trends and future scope.- Preparation and characterization of chitosan biocomposites.- Development and characterization of agar biopolymer based composites.- Performance of Fish scale composites.- Development and characterization of collagen composites.- Recent advances in composites from seaweeds.- Nipah (nypa fruticans) palm fibre extraction process for nipah fibre reinforced polymer composites.- Starch/carrageenan blend based biocomposite as packaging materials.
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Springer Verlag, Singapore Poly Trimethylene Terephthalate: Based Blends,
Book Synopsis This book explains general concepts of an important engineering thermoplastic polymer—polytrimethylene terephthalate (PTT). It describes preparation methods, characterization techniques, and various applications of PTT-based blends, IPNs, and composites. It also gives a clear idea about the engineering thermoplastic, PTT, and its importance in future. In addition to the basic concepts of PTT-based materials, the book also includes novel studies and issues on this topic. This book is an outcome of contributions by experts from different disciplines with various backgrounds and expertise. This book is useful for professionals, researchers, industrial practitioners, graduate students, and senior undergraduates of polymer science and engineering. Additionally, it is also beneficial for researchers working on materials science, surface science, bioengineering, chemical engineering, and nanomaterials. This book helps the researchers and students in expanding their knowledge in this field.Table of ContentsPoly (Trimethylene Terephthalate): Introduction.- PTT based polymer blends and IPNs: preparation methods.- Characterization techniques of PTT based polymer blends and IPNs.- PTT/rubber, thermoplastic and thermosetting polymer blends and IPNs.- PTT based micro and nanocomposites: Methods of preparation and properties.- Characterization techniques used to study various macro and nanocomposites of PTT.- ¬Crystallization and Solid-State Characterization of Poly(trimethylene terephthalate) and its Nanocomposites.- Functional properties of PTT based composites and nanocomposites.- PTT Based Green Composites.- Morphological studies and its effects on PTT-based micro, nanocomposites and polymer blends properties.
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Springer Verlag, Singapore Annual Plant: Sources of Fibres, Nanocellulose
Book SynopsisThis book gives an overview of the processing, properties, and applications of fibers and cellulose derivatives obtained from annual plant materials in the formation of non-wood source of pulp. The book comprises illustrations and tables summarizing the latest research on the production of fibers and cellulose derivatives using several key methods and/or characterization techniques. This book collates the information and knowledge of new ways to prepare cellulosic derivatives and describe the concepts and architecture of fibers obtained from annual plants. This book caters to researchers, policymakers, and industrial practitioners who are interested in natural fibers as a way to preserve the forest resource and to satisfy the increasing demand in pulps. Table of Contents1. Characterization and comparative evaluation of structural, chemical, thermal, mechanical, and morphological properties of plant fibers2. Characterization and comparative evaluation of thermal, structural, chemical, mechanical and morphological properties3. Recent developments in pretreatment strategies on annual plant residues for bioethanol production: Technological progress and challenges4. Production of cellulose nanocrystal from date palm and their comparison with others sources5. Preparation and characterization of cellulose nanofibril from annual plant6. Characterization of nanocellulose obtained from cactus7. Corn crop residues as source to obtain cellulose nanocrystals8. Recent nanocelullose applications for sustainable agriculture – A review9. Alternative adhesives for composites made of annual plants10. Annual Plant Reinforced Biocomposite Fiberboards – Investigation on Mechanical Properties11. Nanocomposites with cellulose nanocrystals extracted from annual plants12. Advances in the production of cellulose nanomaterials and their use in engineering (bio)plastics13. An overview on the pharmaceutical applications of nanocellulose14. Preparation and characterization of cellulosic derivatives from annual plant15. Structure and properties of cellulose and its derivatives16. Activated Carbon from agricultural waste for the removal of pollutants from aqueous solution17. Valorization of annual plants in removing synthetic dyes18. Schinus molle: Currently status and opportunity
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Springer Verlag, Singapore Two-dimensional Hybrid Composites: Synthesis,
Book SynopsisThis book highlights a comprehensive review of synthesis, properties, and strategies to improve the applicability of 2D materials like graphene, borophenes, metal nanosheets, phosphorene, and transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs). It also highlights the synthesis of 2D-based hybrid composite materials and their effects on applicability, especially in energy, environment, and biomedical applications, by incorporating surface functional groups, metal/non-metal ions, and polymers. The advancement in innovative technology and use of 2D-based hybrid composite materials can improve the development of newer products/opening newer possibilities to fight existing issues related to environment, energy, and biomedical sciences. However, researchers continue to face numerous challenges in developing newer products/possibilities, large-scale production, with health and environmental impact being a challenge.This book serves as a valuable resource for researchers, professionals and students working in the field of advanced materials, especially 2D-based hybrid composites.Table of ContentsBoron Nitride and Its Hybrids: Synthesis, Properties and Potential Applications.- Two-dimensional (2D) materials incorporated PMMA Polymeric Nanocomposites: Synthesis and applications.- Two-Dimensional Transition Metal Oxides (TMOs) for solar cell applications.- MXene-based Two-dimensional (2D) Hybrid materials and their Applications towards environment.- 2D Metal Carbides & Nitrides (MXenes) in Water Treatment.- Two dimensional (2D)-hybrid nanocomposites for environmental sensing applications.- Graphene-based nanocomposites in electrochemical sensing.- Two-Dimensional (2D) Materials for Bio-sensing applications.- Two-dimensional material based novel drug delivery system.- Two-dimensional graphene quantum dots in drug delivery applications.- Two-dimensional (2D)-based Hybrid Composites for Cancer Diagnosis and Therapy.- Two dimensional (2D) based hybrid polymeric nanoparticles as novel potential therapeutics in treatment of hepatocellular carcinoma.- Potential of 2D-Materials: Novel Insights and Applications in Colorectal Cancer Research.- An Overview of Two-Dimensional Materials and Their Applications in Dentistry.- Two-Dimensional-Based Hybrid Materials for Agriculture System.
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Springer Verlag, Singapore Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Composites in
Book SynopsisThis book highlights the pulchritudinous features of FRP composites emphasizing failure criteria referring to microstructural as well as micromechanical aspects. The potential and promises of this class of material as being explored for supercritical applications necessitate the analysis and assessment of FRPs with a spectrum of low to high strain rates. Additionally, constitutive modeling and shock properties of polymeric composites along with the data processing techniques and relevant theories for different characterization methods are conversed. The findings of previous studies available on mechanical characteristics of polymer composites under quasi-static and high-strain-rate circumstances are also discussed. The dearth of open literature and limited information culminate the need for this book which may eventually bridge the existing gap. Table of ContentsIntroduction to Composite Materials.- Polymer Matrix Materials for Ballistic Armors.- Fiber reinforcements.- Characterization techniques in different strain-rate spectrum.- Microstructural Failure Mechanisms Analysis.- Micromechanics of FRP Composites and the Analytical Approach for Ballistic Response.- Recent development of constitutive models for strain-rate sensitive FRP composite materials.- High-Velocity Impact Modeling in Materials Science: A Multiscale Perspective.- Interface Engineering.
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