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2nd ed. |
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1 online resource |
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computer c rdamedia |
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online resource cr rdacarrier |
| Series |
Woodhead Publishing series in composites science and engineering |
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Woodhead Publishing series in composites science and engineering.
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| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Contents |
Front Cover; Green Composites; Copyright Page; Contents; List of contributors; 1 Green composites: towards a sustainable future?; References; 2 Designing for composites: traditional and future views; 2.1 The advancement of design thinking; 2.2 Three principles of development; 2.3 An obsolete value system; 2.4 The big challenge; 2.5 How to think about composite materials; 2.6 "High technology is not new"; References; 3 Cellulose fiber/nanofiber from natural sources including waste-based sources; 3.1 Introduction; 3.2 The microstructure of plant fibers-kenaf fibers. |
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3.3 The production, structure, and properties of cellulose nanofiber using a grinder3.4 The production, structure, and properties of cellulose nanofiber using other methods; 3.5 The intrinsic mechanical properties of cellulose nanofibers; 3.6 Cellulose nanofiber composites; 3.7 Future trends; References; 4 Natural fiber and hybrid fiber thermoplastic composites: advancements in lightweighting applications; 4.1 Introduction; 4.2 Natural fibers in composite manufacturing; 4.2.1 Properties of natural fibers; 4.3 Natural fiber reinforced thermoplastics composites. |
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4.3.1 Types of thermoplastic composites4.3.2 Factors influencing natural fiber reinforced composites; 4.3.2.1 Fiber loading and dispersion; 4.3.2.2 Fiber length; 4.3.2.3 Fiber orientation; 4.3.2.4 Fiber-matrix adhesion; 4.4 Developments in the processing of natural fiber reinforced composites; 4.4.1 Recent developments in short fiber composites processing; 4.5 Thermoplastic hybrid composites; 4.6 Advanced natural fiber/hybrid fiber composites in lightweighting applications; 4.7 Emerging trend: utilization of waste or recycled fibers in composites. |
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4.8 Environmental benefits of using lightweight composites and future trends4.9 Future trends; Acknowledgments; References; 5 Recycled synthetic polymer fibers in composites; Summary points; 5.1 Introduction; 5.2 Polymer sourcing, separation, and purification; 5.2.1 Poly(ethylene terephthalate); 5.2.2 High-density polyethylene; 5.2.3 Polypropylene; 5.3 Fiber production; 5.3.1 Poly(ethylene terephthalate) fibers; 5.3.2 Polypropylene fibers; 5.3.3 Cellulose fiber separation and purification; 5.4 Composite formation; 5.4.1 Polypropylene-cellulose fiber composites. |
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5.4.2 Single-polymer fiber-matrix composites5.5 Applications; 5.6 Future trends; 5.7 Conclusion; References; 6 Clean production; 6.1 Introduction; 6.1.1 Environmental quality; 6.1.2 Social equity; 6.1.3 Economic prosperity; 6.2 Energy saving in the manufacture and production of composites; 6.2.1 Energy tariffs; 6.2.2 Materials; 6.2.3 Production processes; 6.2.3.1 Hydraulics versus electrics in injection molding; 6.3 Limiting the environmental impact of processing; 6.3.1 Contact molding; 6.3.2 Resin infusion under flexible tooling; 6.3.3 RIFT summary; 6.3.4 Prepregging (autoclaving). |
| Summary |
Green Composites: Waste-based Materials for a Sustainable Future, Second Edition presents exciting new developments on waste-based composites. New, additional, or replacement chapters focus on these elements, reflecting on developments over the past ten years. Authors of existing chapters have brought these themes into their work wherever possible, and case study chapters that connect materials engineering to the topic's social context are included in this revised edition. Professor Baillie believes that the new 'green' is the "what and who" composites are being designed for, "what" material needs we have, and "what" access different groups have to the technical knowledge required, etc. Industry is now showing concerns for corporate social responsibility and social impact. Recent conversations with prestigious materials institutions have indicated a growing interest in moving into areas of research that relate their work to beneficial social impacts. The book's example of Waste for Life demonstrates the genre proposed for the case study chapters. Waste for Life adopts scientific knowledge and low-threshold/high-impact technologies. Provides insights into the changes in the Industry, including a greater understanding of noticing that the bottom line is influenced by poor social relations and negative social impact Presents tactics any industry should consider to make engineering part of the solution instead of the problem Includes case study chapters that connect materials engineering in a social context Covers waste green composites, fueling a new direction of research for many Universities. |
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Composite materials.
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Sustainable engineering.
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Composites.
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Ingénierie durable.
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composite material.
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TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING -- Engineering (General)
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TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING -- Reference.
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Composite materials
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Sustainable engineering
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| Added Author |
Baillie, Caroline.
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Jayasinghe, Randika.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: 0081007833 9780081007839 (OCoLC)959593489 |
| ISBN |
9780081008003 (electronic bk.) |
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0081008007 (electronic bk.) |
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9780081007839 (print) |
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0081007833 |
| Standard No. |
AU@ 000061155145 |
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GBVCP 881720380 |
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