Carbon nanotubes : reinforced metal matrix composites
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Carbon nanotubes : reinforced metal matrix composites
（Nanomaterials and their applications）
CRC, c2011
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Includes bibliographical references and index
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Description
From the Foreword, written by legendary nano pioneer M. Meyyappan, Chief Scientist for Exploration Technology NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, California, USA:
"...there is critical need for a book to summarize the status of the field but more importantly to lay out the principles behind the technology. This is what Professor Arvind Agarwal and his co-workers ... have done here."
Carbon Nanotubes: Reinforced Metal Matrix Composites reflects the authors' desire to share the benefits of nanotechnology with the masses by developing metal matrix carbon nanotube (MM-CNT) composites for large-scale applications. Multiwall carbon nanotubes can now be produced on a large scale and at a significantly reduced cost. The book explores potential applications and applies the author's own research to highlight critical developmental issues for different MM-CNT composites-and then outline novel solutions.
With this problem-solving approach, the book explores:
Advantages, limitations, and the evolution of processing techniques used for MM-CNT composites
Characterization techniques unique to the study of MM-CNT composites-and the limitations of these methods
Existing research on different MM-CNT composites, presented in useful tables that include composition, processing method, quality of CNT dispersion, and properties
The micro-mechanical strengthening that results from adding CNT
The applicability of micro-mechanics models in MM-CNT composites
Significance of chemical stability for carbon nanotubes in the metal matrix as a function of processing, and its impact on CNT/metal interface and mechanical properties
Computational studies that have not been sufficiently covered although they are essential to research and development
The critical issue of CNT dispersion in the metal matrix, as well as a unique way to quantify CNT distribution and subsequently improve control of the processing parameters for obtaining improved properties
Carbon Nanotubes: Reinforced Metal Matrix Composites paints a vivid picture of scientific and application achievements in this field. Exploring the mechanisms through which CNTs are enhancing the properties of different metal-based composites, the authors provide a roadmap to help researchers develop MM-CNT composites and choose potential materials for use in emerging areas of technology.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Composite Materials
Development of Carbon Fibers
Carbon Nanotubes: Synthesis and Properties
Carbon Nanotube-Metal Matrix Composites
Chapter Highlights
Processing Techniques
Powder Metallurgy Routes
Melt Processing
Thermal Spraying
Electrochemical Routes
Novel Techniques
Characterization of Metal Matrix-Carbon Nanotube Composites
X-Ray Diffraction
Raman Spectroscopy
Scanning Electron Microscopy with Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy
High Resolution Transmission Electron Microscopy
Electron Energy Loss Spectroscopy
X-Ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy
Mechanical Properties Evaluation
Thermal Properties
Electrical Properties
Electrochemical Properties
Metal-Carbon Nanotube Systems
Aluminum-Carbon Nanotube System
Copper-Carbon Nanotube System
Nickel-Carbon Nanotube System
Magnesium-Carbon Nanotube System
Other Metals-Carbon Nanotube Systems
Mechanics of Metal-Carbon Nanotube Systems
Elastic Modulus of Metal Matrix-Carbon Nanotube Composites
Strengthening Mechanisms in Metal Matrix-Carbon Nanotube Composites
Interfacial Phenomena in Carbon Nanotube Reinforced Metal Matrix Composites
Significance of Interfacial Phenomena
Energetics of Carbon Nanotube-Metal Interaction
Carbon Nanotube-Metal Interaction in Various Systems
Dispersion of Carbon Nanotubes in Metal Matrix
Significance of Carbon Nanotube Dispersion
Methods of Improving Carbon Nanotube Dispersion
Quantification of Carbon Nanotube Dispersion
Electrical, Thermal, Chemical, Hydrogen Storage, and Tribological Properties
Electrical Properties
Thermal Properties
Corrosion Properties
Hydrogen Storage Property
Sensors and Catalytic Properties
Tribological Properties
Computational Studies in Metal Matrix-Carbon Nanotube Composites
Thermodynamic Prediction of Carbon Nanotube-Metal Interface
Microstructure Simulation
Mechanical and Thermal Property Prediction by the Object-Oriented Finite Element Method
Summary and Future Directions
Summary of Research on MM-CNT Composites
Future Directions
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