Elsevier High-Performance Elastomeric Materials Reinforced by Nano-Carbons: Multifunctional Properties and Industrial Applications

High-Performance Elastomeric Materials Reinforced by Nanocarbons: Multifunctional Properties and Industrial Applications provides detailed information on the latest techniques and state-of-the-art developments regarding elastomeric materials reinforced by nano-carbon. The book supports academic researchers and postgraduate students who are looking to further advance the research and study of high-performance, multifunctional materials. In addition, it enables those in industry to improve manufacture and end products by using these materials. Review A cutting-edge guide to the applications of advanced rubber nanocomposites, covering materials classification, processing methods and potential properties From the Back Cover BCCHigh-Performance Elastomeric Materials Reinforced by Nano-CarbonsMultifunctional Properties and Industrial ApplicationsEdited by Luca Valentini and Miguel Angel Lopez ManchadoDescriptionHigh-Performance Elastomeric Materials Reinforced by Nano-Carbons: Multifunctional Properties and Industrial Applications supports the development of advanced rubber nanocomposites, with multifunctional properties, for use in state-of-the-art applications in challenging industrial environments.The book begins by introducing the materials in question, studying the classification of rubber and nano-carbons, as well as the functionalization methods for carbon nanotubes and graphene for rubber systems. This is followed by in-depth sections on processing methods, and on properties of advanced rubber nanocomposites. Smart aspects, such as electrically conductive rubbers and end-of-life considerations, are then considered.The detailed information provided facilitates the work of all those researching, or working with, elastomeric materials. This includes academic researchers, scientists, and postgraduate students working with advanced rubber nanocomposites, or across Materials Science, Polymer Chemistry, Polymer Physics, and Chemical Engineering. The book is also of great interest to engineers and research scientists using elastomeric materials in the design or manufacture of high-performance products for application in harsh environments.About the EditorsLuca ValentiniLuca Valentini is an Associate Professor of Materials Science and Technology at the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department of the University of Perugia, Italy. Prof. Valentini received his Masters degree in Physics from the University of Perugia, and his PhD degree in Materials Science from the University of Napoli Federico II in 2001. He was Assistant Professor at the University of Perugia from 2006 to 2015. Prof. Valentinis current research topics include functional properties of polymer nanocomposites, bionicomposites based on nano-carbons, electrical, mechanical and optical properties of thin films based on nano-carbons. Miguel Angel Lopez-ManchadoMiguel Angel Lopez-Manchado is a Research Professor at the Instituto de Ciencia y Tecnología de Polímeros, ICTP-CSIC, Spain. He received his PhD degree in Chemical Sciences from the University Complutense of Madrid in 1997. Dr. Lopez-Manchados current research topics involve processing and characterization of composite materials and nanocomposites, and evaluation of structure-property relationships.Key FeaturesEnables the reader to understand the latest advanced applications of high-performance elastomers reinforced by nano-carbons.Unlocks the door to essential properties for harsh environments, such as thermal conductivity, oil resistance, permeability, de-icing, and cracking resistance.Covers the processability of elastomers reinforced by nano-carbons, including extrusion, compression, molding methods and techniques. About the Author Luca Valentini is an Associate Professor of Materials Science and Technology at the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department of the University of Perugia, Italy. Prof. Valentini received his Master’s degree in Physics fro