Polymer Nanocomposites

Polymer Nanocomposites: Fabrication to Applications offers readers an up-to-date interpretation of various polymeric nanocomposite materials and technologies via critical reviews. It covers developments and advancements in various nanomaterials, polymeric materials, biopolymers, and processes. It initiates from nanomaterial synthesis, fabrication, and characterization to the manufacturing aspect and feasible product applications of polymer-based nanocomposites. The prime focus is on polymer matrix nanocomposites and their future trends in the engineering sector.Features:Explores synthesis, characterization, properties, fabrication/processing, and applications of polymer nanocomposite materialsElaborates on polymer manufacturing phase challenges using various control methods and statistical tools and modulesIncludes machining and micro (I ) machining investigation on the polymer nanocompositesDiscusses modeling, simulation, and optimization of process parameters during the machining processes and applications of additive manufacturingComprehends the significance of nanomaterials functionalizing synthetic fibrous and biocompatible compositesThis book is aimed at researchers and graduate students in mechanical engineering, materials science, polymers, composites, and nanomaterials.