New Materials, Processes, and Methods Technology presents an update of existing materials and processes as well as new materials that have been invented or changed by innovative techniques.

Features:

• Describes current types of materials available and how they are processed
• Includes an overview of the latest research
• Provides information necessary to evaluate the potential of the material and the economics of processing and replacement
• Presents a detailed overview of newly-developed, currently-used, and developmental fabrication methods

Contents

• Nanotechnology
• Carbon-Carbon Composites
• Shape Memory Alloys/Effect
• Nanostructured Materials
• Powder Metallurgy
• Nanotubes
• Functionally Gradient Materials
• Microelectromechanical Systems
• Fuel Cells
• Liquid Crystal Polymers/Interpenetrating Network for Polymers/ Interpenetrating Phase Ceramics. Processes and Fabrication

Index

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