Eco-Friendly Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composite Materials - Couverture souple

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0443327963 ISBN 13 : 9780443327964

Editeur : Woodhead Publishing, 2025

Synopsis

Eco-friendly Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composite Materials: Characterization, Applications and Life Cycle Analysis provides an in-depth look at recent advancements in sustainable composite materials. These eco-friendly alternatives to synthetic fibers and polymers have proven to be exceptional replacements in various applications. The book compiles the latest research on their synthesis, processing, characterization, and potential uses. It also covers recycling and lifecycle assessment, making it an indispensable resource for researchers, materials scientists, engineers, manufacturers, and those involved in the development of sustainable polymer composites. Beyond basic characterization, the book delves into the applications of these materials in diverse industries.

It discusses their role in reducing environmental impact, the technological advancements that enable their production, and the comprehensive lifecycle analysis that assesses their sustainability. This thorough examination ensures that the book is a vital reference for anyone working towards greener material solutions.

A propos du livre

À propos des auteurs

Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa serves as a Principal Research Scientist and Advisor for International Development at King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok, Thailand. He holds a BEng in Mechanical Engineering (2010), an MTech in Computational Analysis (2013), and a PhD in Mechanical Engineering Science (2018) from Visvesvaraya Technological University, India, followed by a Post-Doctorate from KMUTNB (2019). A prolific researcher in materials science and composites, his research focuses on natural fiber composites, polymer composites, and advanced material technology. He has received multiple accolades, including Outstanding Researcher Award 2021 from KMUTNB and recognition in Stanford University's Top 2% Most-Cited Scientists list. He also serves as an Associate Editor for Elsevier's Heliyon and Frontier Materials, while holding seven patents across UK, Thailand, and India.

Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Suchart Siengchin serves as the President of King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB). His academic journey spans German institutions, earning degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Technology, and Material Science, culminating in a PhD from the University of Kaiserslautern and habilitation from Chemnitz University. A distinguished researcher in polymer processing and composite materials, he serves as the Editor-in-Chief of KMUTNB's International Journal of Applied Science and Technology. His excellence in research has been recognized with multiple KMUTNB Outstanding Researcher Awards (2010, 2012, 2013) and the National Excellence Researcher Award (2021) from the National Research Council of Thailand. He is ranked among Stanford University's top 2% scientists globally, reflecting his substantial impact in materials science and engineering.

Prof. Dr. Alcides Leao holds a degree in Agronomic Engineering from the Universidade Estadual Paulista Júlio de Mesquita Filho - UNESP (1981), a master's degree in Agronomy (Energy in Agriculture) from UNESP (1987) and a PhD in Forestry from USDA-FPL (Forest Products Laboratory) University of Wisconsin - Madison, USA.

He is currently a Full Professor at Sao Paulo State University (UNESP) in Brazil. He has experience in Bioenergy and Materials and Metallurgical Engineering, with emphasis on Non-Metallic Materials. He has been working mainly on the following topics: environmental management, composites, natural fibers, recycling, biomass energy and management of industrial, agricultural, and urban waste. He is especially dedicated to the production of composites based on natural polymers and the recycling of solid waste from various sources.

Professor Ryszard M. Kozlowski is the award-winning former Director of the Polish Institute of Natural Fibres and Medicinal Plants. He is an Honorary Fellow of the Textile Institute, Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Natural Fibres, Scientific Advisor to the Institute for Engineering of Polymer Materials and Dyes, and Doctor Honoris Causa of the Pontifical Catholic University of Ibarra, Ecuador. Professor Koz?owski is also Coordinator of both ESCORENA (the European System of Cooperative Research Networks in Agriculture and the FAO/ESCORENA European Cooperative Research Network on Flax and other Bast Plants. He is the author/co-author of over 300 publications, including 26 books and 25 patents.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Woodhead Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0443327963
• ISBN 13: 9780443327964
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 484
• Éditeur: Rangappa
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