Polymer Composites

• Nanocomposites: Structure and Properties.- Carbon Nanotube-Reinforced Polymers: a State of the Art Review.- Application of Non-Layered Nanoparticles in Polymer Modification.- Reinforcement of Thermosetting Polymers by the Incorporation of Micro- and Nanoparticles.- Polyimides Reinforced by a Sol-Gel Derived Organosilicon Nanophase: Synthesis and Structure-Property Relationships.- Layered Silicate/Rubber Nanocomposites via Latex and Solution Intercalations.- Property Improvements of an Epoxy Resin by Nanosilica Particle Reinforcement.- Special Characterization Methods and Modeling.- Micro-Scratch Testing and Finite Element Simulation of Wear Mechanisms of Polymer Composites.- Determination of the Interface Strength of Polymer-Polymer Joints by a Curved Interface Tensile Test.- Manufacturing and Characterization of Microfibrillar Reinforced Composites from Polymer Blends.- Tribological Characteristics of Micro- and Nanoparticle Filled Polymer Composites.- Macrocomposites: Processing and Application.- Production of Thermoplastic Towpregs and Towpreg-Based Composites.- Manufacturing of Tailored Reinforcement for Liquid Composite Molding Processes.- Deconsolidation and Reconsolidation of Thermoplastic Composites During Processing.- Long Fiber-Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites in Automotive Applications.- Mechanical Performance of Macrocomposites.- Deformation Mechanisms in Knitted Fabric Composites.- Impact Damage in Composite Laminates.- Discontinuous Basalt Fiber-Reinforced Hybrid Composites.- Accelerated Testing Methodology for Polymer Composite Durability.

From the reviews: "Polymer composites have been around a long time and are extensively used in many types of applications ranging from floor tiles to stealth aircraft. ... This book is an edited volume that addresses a broad range of topics in this field ... . There are 18 chapters emanating mainly from European laboratories and others in the eastern hemisphere. ... It will be a valuable addition to the library of any group actively developing composite materials." (Donald R. Paul, Materials Today, Vol. 10 (1-2), January-February, 2007)