Self-healing Sustainable Materials and their Applications

Self-healing materials, inspired by biological systems, possess the unique ability to autonomously repair damage or respond to external stimuli, leading to enhanced durability and reliability of products. This book explores the interdisciplinary field of sustainable nanotechnology with a focus on self-healing materials, providing a comprehensive understanding of their synthesis, properties, and practical applications within the context of sustainability. It bridges the gap between scientific research and industrial application by presenting theoretical concepts alongside real-world case studies and implementations. Features:Provides an in-depth exploration of the latest advances in sustainable nanotechnology, with a particular focus on self-healing materialsOffers actionable insights into how self-healing materials can be integrated into various industriesAdopts an interdisciplinary approach, covering the science, engineering, and sustainability aspects of self-healing nanomaterialsHighlights how self-healing materials can contribute to sustainability by reducing waste, enhancing energy efficiency, and lowering long-term costs in manufacturing and maintenanceFocuses on the environmental impact and sustainability considerationsThis book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in materials science and nanomaterials.

Ankit Tyagi, PhD, Delhi Technological University, India. Ankit Tyagi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Poornima College of Engineering, Jaipur, India. He got his Ph.D. in manufacturing processes in advanced coating at Delhi Technological University, India. He visited various academic institutions and industries in several countries for academic pursuits. His area of research includes Surface Modification, Coating, Tribology, Material Processing, Composite Materials, Metal Matrix Nanocomposites, Nano-Coatings, Wear, Deformation, and Corrosion. He also has a good command of teaching subjects like welding technology, casting, wear mechanics, material science, non-destructive testing, metrology, and composite materials. He has published over 35 research papers in reputed journals and conference proceedings.

Akshay Dvivedi, PhD. IIT Roorkee, Uttarakhand, India. Akshay Dvivedi currently serves as a Professor in the Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Department and holds the prestigious position of Dean, Sponsored Research and Industrial Consultancy (SRIC) at IIT Roorkee. His career is marked by significant contributions in both research and academic administration. He completed his PhD from IIT Roorkee in 2006, with an M.Tech. in Production & Industrial Systems Engineering (2004) from the same institute, and a Bachelor of Engineering from Jiwaji University, Gwalior (2000). He has held several prominent positions throughout his career. As Associate Dean, Corporate Interaction (ADCI) at IIT Roorkee, he facilitated industry-academia collaborations. He currently leads the Automotive and Allied Research and Technology Innovation (AARTI) Foundation, IIT Roorkee’s industry accelerator. He has also been the Coordinator of the Tinkering Lab, promoting innovation and hands-on learning among students, and serves as the Professor-in-Charge of the Advanced Manufacturing Processes Lab (AMP Lab) in the Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Department. Under his leadership as ADCI and Dean SRIC, IIT Roorkee was adjudged as the "Most Innovative Research Institute" by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) for four consecutive years 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023. This remarkable achievement highlights his efforts in promoting cutting-edge research and industry collaboration. His research portfolio is extensive, with interests in unconventional machining processes, micro-machining, additive manufacturing, quality management, product design, and concurrent engineering. He has published over 150 papers in top-tier journals and conferences. He holds 7 granted patents, including innovations like a low-cost mechanical ventilator (also known as Pran Vayu) and a modular motorized accessory for manual wheelchairs. He has supervised 19 PhD students and 40+ M.Tech.

Vijay Kumar Pal, PhD. IIT Kanpur, India. Vijay Kumar Pal currently serves as an assistant Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Department at IIT Jammu. His career is marked by significant contributions in both research and academic administration. He completed his PhD from IIT Kanpur in 2017. He visited various academic institutions and industries in several countries for academic pursuits. He has published more than 20 research papers in peer reviewed international journals as well as in reputable international and national conferences. He has worked in 4 Sponsored Projects as a Project Investigator. His area of research is Stretchable electronics and sensors, Unconventional machining, Micro and nano manufacturing for hydrogen storage, Processing and Machining of Ultra high temperature ceramics, Tribology etc.

Vijay Chaudhary, PhD Netaji Subhas University of Technology, India. Vijay Chaudhary is currently working as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Noida. He has completed his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the Netaji Subhas University of Technology, University of Delhi. He has published more than 100 research papers in peer reviewed international journals as well as in reputable international and national conferences. He has edited several books with international publishers. Dr. Chaudhary has over 08 years of teaching and research experience. He has a good command of teaching subjects like Material Science; Engineering Materials; Manufacturing Processes; Measurement and Metrology & Composite Materials. Currently, he is working in the field of bio fiber-based polymer composites. His research area of interest lies in the area of Processing and characterization of Polymer composites, Tribological analysis of biofiber based polymer composites, water absorption of biofiber-based polymer composites, and surface modification techniques related to polymer composite materials. Based on his research profile, Dr. Chaudhary presently holds h-index of 15 and i10-index of 20 as per Google Scholar.