Biocomposites for Lightweight Sandwich Structures: Engineering Properties and Applications

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M.Y.M. Zuhri S. M. Sapuan (Universiti Putra, Malaysia)

Biocomposites for Lightweight Sandwich Structures

Engineering Properties and Applications

M.Y.M. Zuhri, S. M. Sapuan (Universiti Putra, Malaysia)

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CRC Press
30 December 2024

Biochemical engineering; Plastics & polymers technology; Mechanical engineering; Materials science; Transport technology & trades

Biocomposites for Lightweight Sandwich Structures: Engineering Properties and Applications highlights how the relationship between biocomposites and sandwich structures can provide a unique combination of superior properties that can be optimized for environmentally friendly lightweight applications. It introduces current performance of biocomposites, sandwich structure applications, machining and manufacturing methods, energy-absorbing capabilities, and strengthening techniques of structures, as well as potential, challenges, and future perspectives on performance improvement.

Provides latest research on biocomposites and use in lightweight engineering applications. Explores the suitability of core designs using biocomposites and related environmentally friendly materials. Includes recent manufacturing technologies and important performance criteria of sustainable materials for lightweight structures. Discusses existing commercial materials and those that are currently under research and development.

This comprehensive reference will be of interest to materials, mechanical, and aerospace engineers and those working in related fields interested in development of materials for lightweight designs.

Edited by: M.Y.M. Zuhri, S. M. Sapuan (Universiti Putra, Malaysia)
Imprint: CRC Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm,
Weight: 453g
ISBN: 9781032438146
ISBN 10: 1032438142
Pages: 176
Publication Date: 30 December 2024
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

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M.Y.M. Zuhri is a Senior Lecturer at Universiti Putra Malaysia. S.M. Sapuan is an A Grade Professor of Composite Materials in the Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) and a Head of Laboratory of Biocomposite Technology, INTROP, UPM.