This review volume presents the latest advances in the design, fabrication, and optimization of biomaterial surfaces for biomedical applications. Covering a wide range of surface engineering techniques, including cryogenic treatment, electrophoretic deposition, and hydroxyapatite coatings, the articles address critical challenges in enhancing biocompatibility, mechanical performance, and durability of materials like titanium alloys, zirconia, and magnesium hybrids. This volume is valuable ...

This book provides a comprehensive review of the effects of key factors ranging from powder characteristics to process parameters, substrate preparation, and post-treatment methods on the coated substrate surface by different thermal spray techniques. Thermal spray techniques have gained significant attention in various industries due to their ability to deposit protective coatings on substrates. These coatings enhance the surface properties of substrates, such as wear resistance, corrosio...

This book is a comprehensive overview of the latest developments in the field of graphene-based electrochemical energy storage devices. Graphene is considered one of the most promising materials for developing high-performance electrochemical energy storage devices due to its large surface area, high electrical conductivity, and superior mechanical strength. This book highlights its fundamental properties, synthesis methods, and various electrochemical energy storage applications such as i...

This book provides the key fundamental principles, classifications, recent developments, as well as different applications of additive manufacturing technologies. A comprehensive overview of the different classes is given, covering polymer-based, metal-based and ceramic-based systems. Special topics such as bioprinting and 4D printing are also introduced. The authors discuss the technological aspects of additive manufacturing in a very clear and understandable way, delivered with the help ...

Nanopaints: Characterization, Formulation and Emerging Applications provides a comprehensive overview of the state-of-the-art and recent advancements in the development and applications of natural nanopaints. It delves into the classification and formulation of paints using natural resources and discusses their characterization techniques. The subsequent chapters shed light on the challenges posed by the environmental and economic feasibility analysis of nano-enabled paints, highlighting t...

This book is a must-have for anyone interested in leveraging geospatial technology, as it covers a wide range of applications and offers valuable insights into the mapping, visualization, and analysis of natural resource planning using GIS, remote sensing, and GPS.Geospatial technology (GT) is a combination of geographic information systems (GIS), remote sensing (RS), and the global position system (GPS) for the mapping, visualization, and analysis of natural resou...

This book mainly focus to explore the possibilities in the age of frequent climate change globally. Because the most defined challenges in the world is to produce enough food for the growing population. Our researchers, scientists already developed several techniques to solve the issues, but they are not free from drawbacks, for example, genetically modified organisms (GMOs). This is not a permanent solution. However, the development of techniques in a smarter and sustainable way is more i...

This book explores the innovative landscape of functionalized cellulose materials, emphasizing sustainable manufacturing practices and their wide-ranging applications. Advanced functional materials have seen extensive utilization across various sectors, including food processing, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, electronics, textiles, environmental management, healthcare, and energy, all of which align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These materials can be synthesized from both o...

This book aims to explore the field of tribology in micro- and nano-reinforced composites to enhance material performance across a range of applications. Researchers and engineers are actively researching different reinforcement configurations and material combinations to develop composites with superior tribological properties. This research will lead to more efficient and reliable engineering solutions.Micro- and Nanocomposites: A Tribological Viewpoint will include a br...

Nanocomposite Manufacturing Technologies provides the latest research in innovative manufacturing methods to produce nanocomposite materials for a range of applications. Nanocomposite material research has advanced rapidly in the past decade, revealing important insights into the nature of fiber or particle reinforcements on a nanoscale, unique properties, and specific new-generation uses. Emerging techniques such as additive manufacturing, friction stir processing, and rapid prototyping a...

This book series specially focuses on developing green and sustainable materials for future development to restrict environmentally harmful materials, which are directly or indirectly associated with human health. The theme of this book series, “SMART” basically defines its title, “Sustainable Materials Advancing Remanufacturing and Technology.” In this series, the book Volume II, entitled “Smart Sustainable and Advanced Remanufacturing Processes,” basically provides a platform to explore ...

This book thoroughly explores strategies and greener methods, chemical and biological treatments, sustainable chemistry, and technological advancements aimed at mitigating the harmful effects of chemicals on the environment. Modern societies are often exposed to various types of chemicals, originating from natural or man-made sources. These chemicals can cause environmental damage, and their long-term exposure has been found to contribute to deteriorating public health. The increasing glob...