Advances in Nanocomposites ― Modeling, Characterization and Applications

This book introduces nanocomposite materials possessing a broad range of multifunctionality. It is intended to elucidate recent and highly original developments from recent research and developments of these critical new engineered materials, covering multiscale modeling, molecular dynamics, atomistic based continuum, synthesis and characterization, condition health monitoring, spectroscopic characterization techniques, self-lubricating materials, and conducting polymers. It is a compilation of the recent efforts of some of the most eminent researchers in the world. Providing a range of perspectives from the laboratory and the field, Advances in Nanocomposites: Modeling and Characterization is ideal for engineers, physicists, and materials scientists in academia and industry.

Shaker Meguid is Professor of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at the University of Toronto. He obtained his Ph.D. in Applied Mechanics from UMIST and taught Applied Mechanics at Oxford University, Cranfield University (England), University of Toronto, Cairo University (Egypt) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU-Singapore). His research activities include computational mechanics, nanoengineering, advanced and smart composites, fracture mechanics and failure prevention. He has published over 400 papers and is founding Editor-in-Chief of Int. J of Mechanics and Materials in Design.