<p><b>REVIEWS</b></p><p>“<i>This book provides essential knowledge on polymer nanocomposites and highlights how their nanoscale reinforcement enhances material properties through increased surface contact area. Covering their synthesis, characterization properties, and applications, it serves as a valuable resource for researchers and professionals in materials science. Including recent developments enhances its relevance, making it a must-read for those in advanced research.</i>”</p><p><b>Prof. Hari Prasad Dasari</b></p><p>National Institute of Technology Karnataka, India</p><p>“<i>This book details every aspect of polymer nanocomposites (PNCs) concisely. It focuses on synthesis, preparation, processing, characterization, recent developments, and application of PNCs, with special attention given to high-filler-content PNCs. The book is well-presented and is a valuable resource.</i> <i>I am sure this book will serve as a comprehensive guide to the researchers and engineers working on polymer nanocomposites.</i>” </p><p><b>Dr Jagannathan T. K.</b></p><p>National Institute of Technology Karnataka, India</p><p>“<i>This book covers all the bases of polymer nanocomposites, from their processing to their applications, with the recent applications backed up by existing literature examples. It could be used as a reference text for a semester-long course or even a crash course on polymer nanocomposites.</i>”</p><p><b>Prof. S. Anandhan</b> <br /> National Institute of Technology Karnataka, India<br /> </p><p>“<i>The topic has been introduced, developed, and discussed in a very simple and lucid style, and I am sure the students and researchers in this field will love it. The book can serve very well as a reference for students as well as teachers.</i>” </p><p><b>Prof. D. Krishna Bhat<br /> </b>National Institute of Technology Karnataka, India</p><p>“<i>This book gives a classic touch to modern-day applications. I hope it will cater to the requirements of the students and researchers venturing into the field of polymer nanocomposites.</i>”</p><p><b>Prof. Badekai Ramachandra Bhat</b></p><p>National Institute of Technology Karnataka, India</p>
This book discusses all the aspects of polymer nanocomposites, namely, their syntheses, characterization, properties, and applications. It covers general as well as specific polymer nanocomposites, throws light on the recent research and development, and describes current and prospective applications.
PART I INTRODUCTION
1. Introduction
PART II SYNTHESIS, PREPARATION, AND PROCESSING OF POLYMER NANOCOMPOSITES
2. Preparation of Nanocomposites
3. Synthesis of High-Filler-Content Polymer Nanocomposites
PART III PROPERTIES
4. Properties of Nanocomposites
5. Mechanical Properties of Carbon Nanofiber/Polymer Composites
6. The Properties of Polymer Nanocomposites with High Filler Content
PART IV CHARACTERISATION OF POLYMER NANOCOMPOSITES
7. Spectroscopic Techniques
PART V APPLICATION
8. Applications of Nanocomposites
9. Defense Applications of Polymer Nanocomposites
10. Applications of High-Filler-Content Polymer Nanocomposites
PART VI RECENT DEVELOPMENTS
11. Enhanced EMI Shielding Effectiveness of Hybrid Polymer Composites
12. Effect of Processing Methods and Functional Groups on the Properties of Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotube Filled Poly(Dimethyl Siloxane) Composites
13. Cellulose Nanofibrils/Chitosan-Based Transdermal Drug Delivery Vehicle for Controlled Release of Ketorolac Tromethamine
14. Nanofiller Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Nanocomposites
15. Jute Cellulose Nanofibrils/ Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose Nanocomposite: A Novel Material with Potential for Application in Packaging and Transdermal Drug Delivery Systems
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Biografisk notat
A. O. Surendranathan retired as a professor in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering at the National Institute of Technology Karnataka, India, in 2019. His research involves the study of materials with respect to their corrosion properties. He has also worked in the areas of powder metallurgy, superplasticity, and batteries. He has guided students in the areas of powder metallurgy, superplasticity, corrosion, electroplating, welding, heat treatment, polymers, composites, and nanotechnology. Prof. Surendranathan has authored approximately 160 papers in refereed professional journals and proceedings of conferences and 2 books.