Materials Science

This work explores the use of composite nanotechnology for thin coatings on various substrates. It compiles recent advances in nanocomposite coatings for experienced researchers and provides background information for those new to the field. The book not only explains the synthesis of bulk nanocompo..

Advancements in polymer nanocomposite foams have led to their use in a variety of fields, such as automotive, packaging, and insulation. Presenting developments in various aspects of nanocomposite foams, this book provides information on using composite nanotechnology for making functional foams to ..

This book provides an abundance of information about the science and application of nanoparticles in the creation of nanocomposite materials, covering the synthesis, properties, and applications of nanomaterials. Written by experts in their fields, the chapters provide important updates on a number ..

The book focuses on manufacturing processes for PMCs and describes analytical and experimental methods used for understanding process conditions. It covers fibers, thermosetting and thermoplastic polymers and interface characteristics. It emphasizes applications, quality inspection, tooling, manufac..

Protective Systems for High Temperature Applications EFC 57..

This volume charts the progress made in the use of quantum dots as the signaling component in optical sensors since their discovery in the early 1980s. It focuses on CdS-, CdSe-, and CdTe-type quantum dots due to their emission in the visible region of the electromagnetic spectrum. The book details ..

This book presents the state of the art of the synthesis of materials, composites, and chemical compounds, and describes methods based on the use of ionizing radiation. It is devoted to the preparation of various types of materials (including nanomaterials) and chemical compounds using ionizing radi..

With contributions from leading researchers and government experts involved with the safety assessment of nanomaterials, this book gives an up-to-date review on the safety of engineered nanomaterials and their impact on health and the environment. It covers the whole nanomaterial life cycle—from pro..

Self-assembly is a process in which a disordered system forms an organized structure without external direction. Examples include the formation of molecular crystals, lipid bilayers, and polymer brushes. This book reviews the fabrication and use of various self-assembled materials. In particular, th..

Silicon Molecular Beam Epitaxy..

This subject is divided into two volumes. Volume I is on homoepitaxy with the necessary systems, techniques, and models for growth and dopant incorporation., whilst Volume II treats all aspects of heteroepitaxy...

Solid-state NMR is an extraordinarily powerful method that is widely applied in materials chemistry and is constantly being developed through application of new techniques and approaches. As the most exciting direction of modern materials science, the controlled design of new materials requires cons..