Books in Materials science

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Medical Nanobiotechnology

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December 1, 2024
Sougata Ghosh + 1 more
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Medical Nanobiotechnology: Nanomedicine for Repair, Regeneration, Remodelling, and Recovery thoroughly reviews the potential of functionalized biomaterials as ideal candidates for nanomedicine. The book covers advances in the development of nanotheranostic agents that can simultaneously help in both effective therapy and rapid diagnosis. A range of materials is covered, including their fabrication, characterization and assessment, as well as their functionalization and incorporation into implants and medical devices.Clinical aspects and challenges are discussed, helping bridge the gap between laboratory research and the translational impact as nanomedicine begins to develop point-of-care customized therapy. This book is an interdisciplinary reference for researchers and R&D groups interested in the development of novel nanobiomaterials for therapeutic applications.

Polymeric Nanogels for Therapeutic and Diagnostic Applications

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December 1, 2024
Emmanuel Rotimi Sadiku + 3 more
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Polymeric Nanogels for Therapeutic and Diagnostic Applications explores the design and use of polymer-based nanogels as multifunctional nanosystems for various biomedical applications. The book introduces the reader to the unique properties, characterization, synthesis, and functionalization of polymeric nanogels, providing a step-by-step overview of the core development aspects. A broad range of therapeutic and diagnostic applications is covered, from tissue regeneration, antimicrobial therapy, and cancer detection to treatment of neurological and metabolic disorders. This resource presents readers with a research-led and accessible reference to aid in the development of novel nanosystems.

Spinel Ferrite Materials

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December 1, 2024
Gagan Kumar Bhargava + 4 more
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Spinel Ferrite Materials: Fundamentals, Progress, and Applications provides a systematic and comprehensive review of the latest research in ferrite materials to assist students and researchers from the academy and industry. The book focuses on the synthesis methodology, the structural, electrical, and magnetic properties, and various applications of spinel ferrites. In addition, it investigates the structural, electrical, and magnetic characteristics of spinel ferrite nanoparticles, with a particular focus on synthesis techniques and subsequent applications in biomedicine, microwave absorption, nanoelectronics, wastewater treatment, sensing, and photocatalysis.

Surface Modification and Coating of Fibers, Polymers, and Composites

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December 1, 2024
Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa + 4 more
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Surface Modification and Coating of Fibers, Polymers, and Composites: Techniques, Properties, and Applications outlines techniques, concepts, characterization, and applications of surface modification for fibers, polymers, and coated fiber-reinforced composites allowing for precision engineering of the mechanical and thermal properties, electrical conductivity, and chemical resistance of these materials. A broad range of fiber types are covered and the book highlights how surface modification enhances the durability and sustainability of them.The book starts with chapters that discuss surface modification techniques for a range of different fibers and composites, including animal-based, mineral, leaf-based, root-based, and more. The next section of the book covers surface coating techniques as well as morphology, characterization, and computational modeling of surface-coated materials, and the book concludes with a section that outlines the properties and applications of coated fiber composites.

Cellulose-Based Hydrogels

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December 1, 2024
Kalim Deshmukh + 3 more
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Cellulose-Based Hydrogels: Production, Properties and Applications provides detailed information on the properties, characterization techniques, preparation methodologies, applications, and commercial viability of cellulose-based hydrogels.The book starts with an in-depth overview of the structure of cellulosic materials and their chemical modification approaches, covering various forms of cellulose, such as nanocrystalline and nanofibrillar cellulose. The following chapters focus on characterization methods of such materials, including advanced techniques, followed by a through discussion of the strategies for preparation of cellulose-based hydrogels. Finally, applications of cellulosic structures in different fields such as biomedicine, environmental science, and energy are presented.This is a valuable resource for researchers and advanced students across polymer science, nanomaterials, and materials science, as well as scientists, engineers, and R&D professionals with an interest in sustainable materials and their composites/nanocomposites for advanced applications.

Aerospace Materials

1st Edition
December 1, 2024
Mohamed Thariq Hameed Sultan + 5 more
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Aerospace Materials: Novel Technologies and Practical Applications puts strong emphasis on updating existing knowledge for a wide range of functional and structural materials, contextualizing them for the industrial practice. The volume not only comprehensively covers different classes of materials, it also provides an overview of each material’s mechanical and physical properties, as well as processing and testing. In addition, it offers state-of-the-art guidance on their commercial use in the sector and looks ahead to clarify what’s still needed to adapt traditional and novel materials to ever-changing aerospace technologies and related pressing sustainability challenges.The breadth of technical expertise that this international group of researchers provides proves to be an invaluable asset for users in academia and established professionals alike.

Rubber Composites

1st Edition
December 1, 2024
Hanafi Ismail + 3 more
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Rubber Composites: Recycling, Processing, Properties, Design and Applications provides an extensive review of recent advances in this important research field. The book's chapters cover the processing, structure, properties, and applications of rubber-based composites, which are versatile materials, that with the appropriate design planning, manufacturing process, and properties can be tailored to meet specific industrial requirements with enhanced performance and sustainability. This book will be a valuable reference source for academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists and engineers, polymer chemists, and industrial manufacturers working in the research and development of rubber-based composites.

Textile- and Fiber-Based Triboelectric Nanogenerators

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December 1, 2024
Shahid Ul Islam + 4 more
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Textile- and Fiber-Based Triboelectric Nanogenerators: Advances and Perspectives presents the latest developments in triboelectric nanogenerators, covering current achievements and applications, as well as potential future applications. The book identifies the key drawbacks to these devices and then proposes solutions in a systematic way. It presents a guide for material scientists, electrical and chemical engineers, and industry practitioners on the current state-of-the- art of this multidisciplinary research area, while also opening up important new avenues of research for the industry to further develop smart textile-based energy harvesting devices.Readers will find comprehensive coverage of all types of textile- and fiber-based triboelectric nanogenerators for application in wearable technologies and self-powered electronics. It also outlines the unique advantages of triboelectric nanogenerators, their design considerations and guidelines, and the key challenges in translating them from the lab into real-world applications, with a particular focus on applications in the fields of sensing, structural health monitoring, and energy harvesting.

Antimicrobial Materials and Coatings

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November 1, 2024
Ashish Kumar Singh + 2 more
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Antimicrobial Materials and Coatings covers the properties, fabrication technologies and applications of antimicrobial coatings and materials, with a focus on innovative antimicrobial nanomaterials. Due to the globally concerning issue of antimicrobial resistance and the evidence that nanomaterials are believed to have no or low potential for resistance development, considerable efforts have been directed to synthesizing and developing antibacterial coatings and nanomaterials for a range of applications.This book guides the reader through the key properties, fabrication technologies and various applications of antimicrobial coatings and materials, including applications in food packaging, biomedicine and public health, water treatment and decontamination.

Nanostructured Lithium-ion Battery Materials

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November 1, 2024
Sabu Thomas + 3 more
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Nanostructured Lithium-ion Battery Materials: Synthesis and Applications provides a detailed overview of nanostructured materials for application in Li-ion batteries, supporting improvements in materials selection and battery performance. The book begins by presenting the fundamentals of Lithium-ion batteries, including electrochemistry and reaction mechanism, advantages and disadvantages of Li-ion batteries, and characterization methods. Subsequent sections provide in-depth coverage of a range of nanostructured materials as applied to cathodes, electrolytes, separators, and anodes. Finally, other key aspects are discussed, including industrial scale-up, safety, life cycle analysis, recycling, and future research trends.This is a valuable resource for researchers, faculty, and advanced students across nanotechnology, materials science, battery technology, energy storage, chemistry, applied physics, chemical engineering, and electrical engineering. In an industrial setting, this book will be of interest to scientists, engineers, and R&D professionals working with advanced materials for Li-ion batteries and other energy storage applications.