Metal and Polymer Micro and Nano Composites

Nanoparticles, Nanofibers, Carbon-Based Materials and Coatings

Murahari Kolli, J. Paulo Davim

• Publisher: De Gruyter
• Year: 2026
• Topic: Technology & Engineering
• eBook ISBN:
  9783111666167
• Subtopic: Nanoscience
• Index: Technology & Engineering

With the rapid advancement in micro and nano-scale composite technologies, there is an increasing need to understand their mechanical, thermal, and structural behavior to design the next generation of materials for aerospace, automotive, biomedical, and industrial applications. The book is organized into twelve chapters, each focusing on specific innovations and methods in micro and nano composites. It begins with an introductory chapter on the basic concepts of micro and nano composites, setting the stage for more complex evaluations in later chapters. Then it delves into the mechanical and thermal properties of composites enhanced by graphene nanoparticles and explores hybrid composites using natural fibers like crab shell and jute. The advancement of 3D-printed composites, specifically carbon fiber-reinforced PLA, is covered using the Taguchi method. Subsequent chapters investigate the development of biocomposite materials using hemp, kenaf, and nut shell powders, alongside studies on metal matrix composites, wear characteristics, and surface engineering using micro powders and nanoparticles. Key topics like friction stir processing and the integration of micro metal particles in additive manufacturing provide insights into both fabrication techniques and material behavior. The book also features research on hybrid composites, such as titanium, molybdenum, and vanadium for agricultural applications and magnesium-based materials reinforced with nanoparticles for biomedical uses.

Table of contents

• Title Page
• Copyright
• Contents
• Frontmatter
• Contents
• Contributing authors
• Chapter 1 Introduction to micro- and nanocomposites
• Chapter 2 Manufacturing methods for micro- and nanocomposites
• Chapter 3 Detailed review of micro- and nanocomposites
• Chapter 4 Experimental investigation of friction-stir-processed materials reinforced with TiB2-BLA/Cu matrix hybrid surface composite
• Chapter 5 Experimental verification with simulation studies on Al-TiB2 sintered preforms during upsetting
• Chapter 6 Surface modification analysis of powder-mixed dielectric fluid on EDM of SS 316L
• Chapter 7 Biomedical applications: magnesium hybrid composites reinforced with nanographene nanoparticles (GNPs) and Al2O3
• Chapter 8 Optimization of process parameters of ultrasonic-assisted stir casting on mechanical properties of AA6063/Al2O3/BN nanocomposites
• Chapter 9 Evaluation of mechanical characteristics of epoxy composites reinforced with jute, pineapple, sisal fibers, and titanium oxide particles
• Chapter 10 Mechanical and microstructure characteristics of jute/carbon/crab hybrid composites
• Chapter 11 3D-printed carbon fiber-reinforced PLA composites by Taguchi method
• Chapter 12 Characterization of carbon fiber integration with liquid silicone rubber
• Chapter 13 Enhancement of mechanical properties in epoxy-based composites reinforced with magnesium oxide nanoparticles
• Chapter 14 Tensile strength behavior of cellulose nanofiber-reinforced epoxy composite
• Chapter 15 Experimental investigation on AISI 8720/WC-Ni-Cr composites through laser cladding approach for agriculture applications
• Chapter 16 Thermal spray technologies in automobile applications
• Chapter 17 Additive manufacturing techniques for automobile components using micrometal particles
• Chapter 18 Temperature-dependent optical and electrical behavior in V2O5 thin films developed by pulsed laser deposition
• Index
• Index