| Biocomposites: Design and Mechanical Performance Contributor(s): Misra, Manjusri (Editor), Pandey, Jitendra Kumar (Editor), Mohanty, Amar (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1782423737 ISBN-13: 9781782423737 Publisher: Woodhead Publishing OUR PRICE: $247.50 Product Type: Hardcover Published: August 2015 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Technical & Manufacturing Industries & Trades - Technology & Engineering | Textiles & Polymers - Technology & Engineering | Materials Science - General |
| Dewey: 620.118 |
| Series: Woodhead Publishing Composites Science and Engineering |
| Physical Information: 1.1" H x 6.1" W x 9.1" (2.20 lbs) 524 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Biocomposites: Design and Mechanical Performance describes recent research on cost-effective ways to improve the mechanical toughness and durability of biocomposites, while also reducing their weight. Beginning with an introduction to commercially competitive natural fiber-based composites, chapters then move on to explore the mechanical properties of a wide range of biocomposite materials, including polylactic, polyethylene, polycarbonate, oil palm, natural fiber epoxy, polyhydroxyalkanoate, polyvinyl acetate, polyurethane, starch, flax, poly (propylene carbonate)-based biocomposites, and biocomposites from biodegradable polymer blends, natural fibers, and green plastics, giving the reader a deep understanding of the potential of these materials. |