Smart Biocomposite Materials: Fabrication, Applications and Sustainability (Woodhead Publishing Series in Composites Science and Engineering) - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0443336431 ISBN 13: 9780443336430

Publisher: Woodhead Publishing, 2025

Synopsis

Smart Biocomposite Materials: Fabrication, Applications and Sustainability presents the latest advancements in this important research field. The book offers comprehensive insights into the classification, innovative fabrication techniques, and functional fillers of biocomposite materials. Additionally, it addresses mechanical performance, environmental impact, bio-sustainability, high-performance applications, and practical implementation. This resource is essential for professionals seeking to adopt sustainable materials in future research projects. Beyond the technical aspects, the book also examines ethical, cultural, and societal factors, providing a holistic view of biocomposite materials. It outlines key challenges and future directions while offering in-depth technical insights to aid informed decision-making.

• Presents the latest research findings on the properties, manufacturing, and potential future applications of intelligent biocomposite materials
• Includes practical guidelines and best practices for incorporating intelligent biocomposite materials into various industrial products, offering step-by-step approaches and real-world examples
• Provides quantifiable sustainability metrics, along with LCA, helping readers to assess the environmental impact of their material choices
• Covers applications in intelligent sensors and actuators, in drug delivery, and in the biomedical, aerospace, automotive, and construction sectors
• Features case studies from various global regions and industries to showcase how these materials can be used in different cultural and economic contexts, emphasizing the inclusivity of sustainable practices

About this title

About the Authors

Ts. Dr. Md Rezaur Rahman is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering and Energy Sustainability, Faculty of Engineering, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS), Malaysia. Since 2012, he has also served as a Visiting Research Fellow at the Faculty of Engineering, Tokushima University, Japan. His academic journey includes experience as a teaching assistant at Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) and as a Research Project Leader under the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education. In 2015, he was appointed as an External Supervisor at the Faculty of Engineering, Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne, Australia. Dr. Rahman holds a Ph.D. from Universiti Malaysia Sarawak and brings over 12 years of experience in teaching, research, and industry collaboration. His research expertise spans conducting polymers, nanocomposites, and advanced materials, including graphene, nanoclay, fire retardants, and nanocellulose-reinforced polymer composites. He has made significant contributions to the development of hybrid-filled polymer blends and the chemical modification of lignocellulosic fibers such as jute, coir, and kenaf. To date, Dr. Rahman has authored seven books, 20 book chapters, and over 200 articles in international journals, establishing himself as a prominent researcher in polymer science and nanotechnology. He is also listed in Stanford University's Top 2% Scientists list of the world's most cited scientists.

Dr. Hj. Muhammad Khusairy Bin Capt. Hj. Bakri is a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Washington State University (WSU). He specializes in materials and mechanical engineering. He holds a BEng (2014), MEng (2016), and PhD (2018) from Swinburne University of Technology. His research focuses on developing composites making them durable by improving their interfacial interaction and stability of composites through advanced thermal and chemical treatments. His research also emphasizes bio-composites for sustainable and economically viable applications. He also has published over 279 scholarly works, including journal articles, book chapters, newspaper/bulletin, and conference proceedings, focusing on his expertise in wood composites, bio-composites, biomaterials, and wastewater treatment. Previously, Dr. Khusairy worked as a Research Fellow at Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) from 2019-2021. During that time, he has collaborated with many researchers through international research projects across Malaysia and abroad. He is also certified as a Graduate Engineer and Professional Technologist under the Malaysian Board of Technologists (MBOT). He is a lifelong member of the Association of Professional Technicians and Technologists (APTT) located in Sarawak, Malaysia. Dr. Khusairy has received worldwide recognition, having been nominated and selected as a finalist for the Swinburne Alumni Impact Awards in 2022, and was included in Successful People in Malaysia 2023.

From the Back Cover

Smart Biocomposite Materials: Fabrication, Applications and Sustainability presents the latest advancements in this important research field. The book starts with a brief introduction to the classification of these materials, and then goes on to discuss their innovative fabrication techniques. There is also a dedicated chapter on functional fillers. The book offers a holistic view, covering mechanical performance, environmental impact, bio-sustainability, high-performance applications, and their practical implementation. It also addresses ethical, cultural, and societal aspects as well as key challenges and future directions. The book offers a comprehensive examination of the environmental aspects and provides in-depth technical insights into the science and engineering of these materials, helping professionals to make informed decisions about adopting these sustainable materials in their future research projects.

Edition details

• Publisher: Woodhead Publishing
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0443336431
• ISBN 13: 9780443336430
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 456
• Editor: Rahman