Advanced High Strength Natural Fibre Composites in Construction

• Author : Mizi Fan,Feng Fu
• Publisher : Woodhead Publishing
• Release : 04 October 2016

Advanced High Strength Natural Fibre Composites in Construction provides the basic framework and knowledge required for the efficient and sustainable use of natural fiber composites as a structural and building material, along with information on the ongoing efforts to improve the efficiency of use and competitiveness of these composites. Areas of particular interest include understanding the nature and behavior of raw materials and their functional contributions to the advanced architectures of high strength composites (Part 1), discussing both traditional and novel

• Author : Mohammad Jawaid,Mohammad Asim,Paridah Md. Tahir,Mohammed Nasir
• Publisher : Springer Nature
• Release : 13 February 2020

This book presents recent research on natural fibers extracted from pineapple leaves. Covering several extraction processes, properties of pineapple leaf fibers and comparisons with other natural fibers, and their applications, it provides up-to-date information on the subject of natural fibers from prominent researchers in academia and industry as well as government/private research laboratories across the world. The book is a comprehensive reference resource for university and college faculties, professionals, postdoctoral research fellows, undergraduate/graduate students, researchers and scientists working

• Author : Shamsher Bahadur Singh,Madappa V. R. Sivasubramanian,Himanshu Chawla
• Publisher : Springer Nature
• Release : 23 March 2023

This book introduces different advanced composite materials used in construction of civil engineering infrastructures. It reflects the latest manufacturing processes and applications in the civil structures. This book also includes test cases and its validation with finite element method using computer software. Moreover, the book also deals with design methodology of advanced composite materials based on different applications. The comprehensive overview of the state-of-the-art research on the composite materials presented herein is of interest to scientists, researchers, students and engineers,

• Author : Malinee Sriariyanun,Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa,Suchart Siengchin,Hom Nath Dhakal
• Publisher : CRC Press
• Release : 06 September 2021

Value-Added Biocomposites: Technology, Innovation, and Opportunity explores advances in research, processing, manufacturing, and novel applications of biocomposites. It describes the current market situation, commercial competition, and societal and economic impacts and advantages of substituting biocomposites for conventional composites, including natural fibers and bioplastics. FEATURES Discusses manufacturing and processing procedures that focus on improving physical, mechanical, thermal, electrical, chemical, and biological properties and achieving required specifications of downstream industries and customers Analyzes the wide range of available base materials and fillers

• Author : Chandrasekar Muthukumar,Senthilkumar Krishnasamy,Senthil Muthu Kumar Thiagamani,Suchart Siengchin
• Publisher : Springer Nature
• Release : 31 January 2022

This book covers the topic of degradation phenomenon of natural fiber-based composites (NFC) under various aging conditions and proposes suitable solutions to improve the response of natural fiber-reinforced composite to aging conditions such as moisture, seawater, hygrothermal, and natural and accelerated weathering. The information provided by the book plays a vital role in the durability and shelf life of the composites as well as broadening the scope of outdoor application for natural fiber-based composites. The book will be appropriate for

• Author : Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa,Dipen Kumar Rajak,Suchart Siengchin
• Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
• Release : 18 April 2022

Natural and Synthetic Fiber Reinforced Composites Discover a comprehensive exploration of fiber reinforced polymers by an expert team of editors Fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites offer several unique properties that make them ideal for use in a wide range of industries, from automotive and aerospace to marine, construction, and co-industrial. In Natural and Synthetic Fiber Reinforced Composites: Synthesis, Properties and Applications, a distinguished team of mechanical engineers delivers a comprehensive overview of fiber reinforced composites. This edited volume includes thorough

• Author : Francesco Colangelo,Raffaele Cioffi,Ilenia Farina
• Publisher : Woodhead Publishing
• Release : 13 December 2021

The Handbook of Sustainable Concrete and Industrial Waste Management summarizes key research trends in recycling and reusing concrete and industrial waste to reduce their environmental impact. This volume also includes important contributions in collaboration with the CRI-TEST Innovation Lab, Naples – Acerra. Part one discusses eco-friendly innovative cement and concrete and reviews key substitute materials. Part two analyzes the use of industrial waste as aggregates and the mechanical properties of concrete containing waste materials. Part three discusses differences between innovative binders,

• Author : Joseph Kuruvilla,Kristiina Oksman,George Gejo,Runcy Wilson,Saritha Appukuttan
• Publisher : Woodhead Publishing
• Release : 20 March 2021

Polymer-based fibre-reinforced composites FRC’s have now come out as a major class of structural materials being used or regarded as substituent’s for metals in several critical components in space, automotive and other industries (marine, and sports goods) owing to their low density, strength-weight ratio, and fatigue strength. FRC’s have several commercial as well as industrial applications ranging from aircraft, space, automotive, sporting goods, marine, and infrastructure. The above-mentioned applications of FRC’s clearly reveal that FRC’s

• Author : Ahmad Hamdan Ariffin,Noradila Abdul Latif,Muhammad Faisal bin Mahmod,Zaleha Binti Mohamad
• Publisher : Springer Nature
• Release : 27 January 2023

The book focuses on the recent technology and advancement in structural integrity and monitoring systems in composite materials. Composites have been widely used in automotive, aerospace and wind turbine industries, therefore it is important to develop state of the art technology to monitor and manage the damage tolerance and durability. This book explores the challenge of a monitoring system in a composite and presents a real-time system which has advantages for damage detection, localization, assessment and life prediction compared to

• Author : Norkhairunnisa Mazlan,S.M. Sapuan,R.A. Ilyas
• Publisher : Springer Nature
• Release : 21 February 2022

This book presents an authoritative account of the potential of advanced composites such as composites, biocomposites, composites geopolymer, hybrid composites and hybrid biocomposites in aerospace application. It documents how in recent years, composite materials have grown in strength, stature, and significance to become a key material of enhanced scientific interest and resultant research into understanding their behavior for selection and safe use in a wide spectrum of technology-related applications. This collection highlights how their unique combination of superior properties such

• Author : Shishir Sinha,G.L Devnani
• Publisher : CRC Press
• Release : 06 July 2022

This book focuses on the key areas and issues related to natural fibers and their reinforced polymer composites. It begins with an introduction and classification of natural fibers and their different extraction methods, followed by characterization techniques. Further, this book gives solutions to improved adhesion between natural fibers and different polymer matrices via different chemical, physical, and biological treatment methods. Fabrication procedures and characterization techniques for development and testing of composites, including processing, development, and characterization, have been included as

• Author : Swarup Bag,Christ Prakash Paul,Mayuri Baruah
• Publisher : Springer Nature
• Release : 23 March 2023

This book presents the select proceedings of Conference on Research and Developments in Material Processing, Modelling and Characterization (RDMPMC 2020). It highlights the new technologies developed in the generation of rational materials for various applications with tailored properties. It covers fundamental research in emerging materials which includes biomaterials, composites, ceramics, functionally graded materials, energy materials, thin film materials, nanomaterials, nuclear materials, intermetallic, high strength materials, structural materials, super alloys, shape memory alloys and thermally enhanced materials. It includes the numerical modeling

• Author : Vishal S. Sharma,Uday S. Dixit,Knut Sørby,Arvind Bhardwaj,Rajeev Trehan
• Publisher : Springer Nature
• Release : 02 June 2020

This volume comprises select peer-reviewed contributions from the International Conference on Production and Industrial Engineering (CPIE) 2019. The contents focus on latest research in production and manufacturing engineering including case studies with analytical models and latest numerical approaches. The topics covered include micro, nano, and non-conventional machining, additive manufacturing, casting and forming, joining processes, vibrations and acoustics, materials and processing, product design and development, industrial automation, CAD/CAM and robotics, and sustainability in manufacturing. The book can be useful for students,

• Author : Pawan Kumar Rakesh,J. Paulo Davim
• Publisher : Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
• Release : 20 February 2023

The applications of biocomposite materials are increasing in aerospace, automobile, and household items due to their biodegradable, renewable, non-corrosion, and high strength to weight ratio properties. The processing and characterization of biofiber-reinforced biocomposite materials are vital for their strength and performance. This book discusses the properties, chemical treatment, and compatibility of biofibers with materials.

• Author : Holmer Savastano Junior,Juliano Fiorelli,Sergio Francisco Dos Santos
• Publisher : Woodhead Publishing
• Release : 13 June 2017

Sustainable and Nonconventional Construction Materials Using Inorganic Bonded Fiber Composites presents a concise overview of non-conventional construction materials with a strong focus on alternative inorganic bonded fiber composites and their applications as construction components. It outlines the processing and characterization of non-conventional cementitious composites, which will be of great benefit to both academic and industrial professionals interested in research, development, and innovation on inorganic bonded fiber composites. The book gives a comprehensive review of the innovative research associated with building