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BOOKS & MEDIA
Chemical vapour deposition A. C. Jones and M. L. Hitchman (eds.) RSC Publishing - 2009 - 582 pp ISBN: 978-0-85404-465-8 $285 | £199.95 | 222 This up-to-date, technically detailed book provides a comprehensive overview on the key aspects of chemical vapour deposition processes. This book will prove particularly useful to those who have recently entered the field, and it will also make a valuable contribution to chemistry and materials science lecture courses at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
Introduction to magnetic materials B. D. Cullity and C. D. Graham (eds.) Wiley / IEEE Press - 2009 - 544 pp ISBN: 978-0-471-47741-9 $93 | £64.95 | 72 The material is presented at a practical level, allowing readers to develop a solid understanding of magnetic properties, quantities, and behavior, This timely new edition will be useful to students as well as engineers and scientists involved with magnetic phenomena, materials, and measurements. It crosses traditional disciplinary boundaries, covering topics in solid-state physics, materials science, electrical engineering, and computer science.
Cellular response to biomaterials L. D. Silvio (ed.) Woodhead Publishing - 2009 - 623 pp ISBN: 978-1-84569-358-9 $325 | £170 | 210 The response of cells to a wide range of biomaterials targeted at specific medical applications is covered. Part one examines cell responses to a variety of polymers and ceramics with chapters on such topics as degradable polymers and biocompatibility. Part two covers cell responses and regenerative medicine Part three examines the effect of surfaces and proteins on cell response.
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Tribology of natural fiber polymer composites This book examines the availability and processing of natural fiber composites and their structural, thermal, mechanical and tribological properties. Karl Englund | Wood Materials and Engineering Lab, Washington State University | [email protected]
With the current global focus on environmental concerns and the desire to create a more sustainable environment, the use of natural fibers is being considered for increasingly more applications. Aside from the environmental perks, cellulose-based materials can also impart improved mechanical and physical properties, while decreasing raw material costs. The authors of the book Tribology of Natural Fiber Composites bring to light the importance of understanding the friction and wear of these increasingly popular composites. The book provides an unbiased view of the tribological behaviors of natural fiber polymer composites, exposing the detrimental attributes and highlighting the positive impacts of natural fiber composite on friction and wear. For those with limited tribology background, a brief review of friction and wear provides the tools to address common tribological issues, while the information on natural fiber polymer composites can fill some of the needs of advanced readers. The book is separated into seven chapters that discuss natural fibers, concepts of tribology and an overview of the friction and wear of several natural fiber polymer composites. The first chapter provides a brief overview of the many types of natural fibers that are commonly utilized in polymer composites. The authors also include basic methods of fiber extraction techniques for some of the discussed natural fibers. Due to the incompatibility of most natural fibers and their polymer matrix, fiber pretreatments are also detailed. The second chapter entails a brief overview of the field of tribology. The concepts and mechanics of tribology are discussed, concentrating on friction and wear, while an outline of the many test procedures are detailed. This chapter is an abbreviated summary of the basics of tribology and is useful for the novice; however for more detailed information on the mechanics and theory, I would recommend the reader go elsewhere. The remaining chapters are then separated based upon the type of natural fiber utilized in
common polymer matrices. The use of sisal, jute, cotton, bamboo, and wood polymer composites are all discussed, starting with their basic structure, composite properties, and an overview their wear and friction attributes. Correlations between mechanical and tribological properties were also discussed. Influences of fiber alignment, fiber bundling concerns, and incompatible fiber-matrix relations that are quite common with synthetic polymers and natural fibers were correlated with friction and wear of the composites. Throughout all the different natural fiber composites, a general trend was observed where higher mechanical properties and enhanced fiber-matrix adhesion resulted in improved tribological attributes. In many friction applications, the composite surface temperatures can exceed the thermal degradation Navin Chand and Mohammed Fahim (eds.) Tribology of natural fiber polymer composites Woodhead Publishing Limited | 2008 | 220 pp | ISBN-13: 9781-84569-393-0 | $240 | £125 | 155
level of most natural fibers. The authors emphasized the importance of identifying thermal decomposition temperatures for the various natural fibers and list potential treatments utilized to enhance their thermal resistance, making them more attractive in high wear and friction applications. Overall, I believe that the authors lose focus to some degree by placing too much emphasis on natural fibers and the basic mechanical properties of their polymer-based composites and not enough information on their friction and wear attributes. However, this reflects the deficiencies within the field of natural fiber tribology research. At this present time, limited information is available that addresses natural fiber polymer composites and their fundamental and theoretical tribology behavior.
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Chemical vapour deposition A. C. Jones and M. L. Hitchman (eds.) RSC Publishing - 2009 - 582 pp ISBN: 978-0-85404-465-8 $285 | £199.95 | 222 This up-to-date, technically detailed book provides a comprehensive overview on the key aspects of chemical vapour deposition processes. This book will prove particularly useful to those who have recently entered the field, and it will also make a valuable contribution to chemistry and materials science lecture courses at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
Introduction to magnetic materials B. D. Cullity and C. D. Graham (eds.) Wiley / IEEE Press - 2009 - 544 pp ISBN: 978-0-471-47741-9 $93 | £64.95 | 72 The material is presented at a practical level, allowing readers to develop a solid understanding of magnetic properties, quantities, and behavior, This timely new edition will be useful to students as well as engineers and scientists involved with magnetic phenomena, materials, and measurements. It crosses traditional disciplinary boundaries, covering topics in solid-state physics, materials science, electrical engineering, and computer science.
Cellular response to biomaterials L. D. Silvio (ed.) Woodhead Publishing - 2009 - 623 pp ISBN: 978-1-84569-358-9 $325 | £170 | 210 The response of cells to a wide range of biomaterials targeted at specific medical applications is covered. Part one examines cell responses to a variety of polymers and ceramics with chapters on such topics as degradable polymers and biocompatibility. Part two covers cell responses and regenerative medicine Part three examines the effect of surfaces and proteins on cell response.
Expert Graduate Undergraduate
Tribology of natural fiber polymer composites This book examines the availability and processing of natural fiber composites and their structural, thermal, mechanical and tribological properties. Karl Englund | Wood Materials and Engineering Lab, Washington State University | [email protected]
With the current global focus on environmental concerns and the desire to create a more sustainable environment, the use of natural fibers is being considered for increasingly more applications. Aside from the environmental perks, cellulose-based materials can also impart improved mechanical and physical properties, while decreasing raw material costs. The authors of the book Tribology of Natural Fiber Composites bring to light the importance of understanding the friction and wear of these increasingly popular composites. The book provides an unbiased view of the tribological behaviors of natural fiber polymer composites, exposing the detrimental attributes and highlighting the positive impacts of natural fiber composite on friction and wear. For those with limited tribology background, a brief review of friction and wear provides the tools to address common tribological issues, while the information on natural fiber polymer composites can fill some of the needs of advanced readers. The book is separated into seven chapters that discuss natural fibers, concepts of tribology and an overview of the friction and wear of several natural fiber polymer composites. The first chapter provides a brief overview of the many types of natural fibers that are commonly utilized in polymer composites. The authors also include basic methods of fiber extraction techniques for some of the discussed natural fibers. Due to the incompatibility of most natural fibers and their polymer matrix, fiber pretreatments are also detailed. The second chapter entails a brief overview of the field of tribology. The concepts and mechanics of tribology are discussed, concentrating on friction and wear, while an outline of the many test procedures are detailed. This chapter is an abbreviated summary of the basics of tribology and is useful for the novice; however for more detailed information on the mechanics and theory, I would recommend the reader go elsewhere. The remaining chapters are then separated based upon the type of natural fiber utilized in
common polymer matrices. The use of sisal, jute, cotton, bamboo, and wood polymer composites are all discussed, starting with their basic structure, composite properties, and an overview their wear and friction attributes. Correlations between mechanical and tribological properties were also discussed. Influences of fiber alignment, fiber bundling concerns, and incompatible fiber-matrix relations that are quite common with synthetic polymers and natural fibers were correlated with friction and wear of the composites. Throughout all the different natural fiber composites, a general trend was observed where higher mechanical properties and enhanced fiber-matrix adhesion resulted in improved tribological attributes. In many friction applications, the composite surface temperatures can exceed the thermal degradation Navin Chand and Mohammed Fahim (eds.) Tribology of natural fiber polymer composites Woodhead Publishing Limited | 2008 | 220 pp | ISBN-13: 9781-84569-393-0 | $240 | £125 | 155
level of most natural fibers. The authors emphasized the importance of identifying thermal decomposition temperatures for the various natural fibers and list potential treatments utilized to enhance their thermal resistance, making them more attractive in high wear and friction applications. Overall, I believe that the authors lose focus to some degree by placing too much emphasis on natural fibers and the basic mechanical properties of their polymer-based composites and not enough information on their friction and wear attributes. However, this reflects the deficiencies within the field of natural fiber tribology research. At this present time, limited information is available that addresses natural fiber polymer composites and their fundamental and theoretical tribology behavior.
MARCH 2008 | VOLUME 12 | NUMBER 3
45