Materials Science and Engineering: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications is a compendium of the latest academic material on investigations, technologies, and techniques pertaining to analyzing the synthesis and design of new materials. Through its broad and extensive coverage on a variety of crucial topics, such as nanomaterials, biomaterials, and relevant computational methods, this multi-volume work is an essential reference source for researchers and students seeking innovative perspectives in the field of materials science and engineering.

Table of Contents

• Preface
• Section 1 Fundamental Concepts and Theories
• Innovative Instructional Strategies for Teaching Materials Science in Engineering
• Quantitative Nanostructure-Activity Relationship Models for the Risk Assessment of NanoMaterials
• Materials and Mechanics: A Multidisciplinary Course Incorporating Experiential, Project/Problem-Based, and Work-Integrated Learning Approaches for Undergraduates
• Section 2 Development and Design Methodologies
• Computational Design of Microstructure: An Overview
• Advanced Machining Techniques for Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites
• Materials as a Bridge between Science, Engineering, and Design
• Informatics-Based Approaches for Accelerated Discovery of Functional Materials
• Multi-Objective Evolutionary Algorithms: Application in Designing Particle Reinforced Mould Materials
• Successes in the Development of an Arabian Gulf Materials Program
• Plastics and Priority during the Recycling
• Engineered Gellan Polysaccharides in the Design of Controlled Drug Delivery Systems
• Computational Methods for Prediction of Protein-Protein Interactions: PPI Prediction Methods
• Numerical Simulation of High Temperature Deformation Behavior of Nickel-Based Superalloys Using Crystal Plasticity Models and Finite Element Method
• Laser-Based Manufacturing Processes for Aerospace Applications
• Optimization of Drilling Process on Al-SiC Composite Using Grey Relation Analysis
• Techno-Economic and Life Cycle Assessment for the Production of Green Composites
• Material and Tribology Issues of Self-Lubricating Copper Matrix Composite
• Multifunctional Dendrimers for Drug Nanocarriers
• Control of Perishable Goods in Cold Logistic Chains by Bionanosensors
• Section 3 Tools and Technologies
• Processing Technologies for Green Composites Production
• Product Design Applied to Formulated Products: A Course on Their Design and Development that Integrates Knowledge of Materials Chemistry, (Nano)Structure and Functional Properties
• Chemiresistive Gas Sensors Based on Conducting Polymers
• Engineering of Microbes for Heavy Metal Tolerance: An Approach for Bio Remediation Technology
• Developments in Antibacterial Disinfection Techniques: Applications of Nanotechnology
• Strengthening of Historic Masonry Structures with Composite Materials
• Functional Polymeric Coatings: Synthesis, Properties, and Applications
• Integrated Computational Materials Engineering for Determining the Set Points of Unit Operations for Production of a Steel Product Mix
• Functionalized Magnetic Nanoparticles for Environmental Remediation
• Identifying Nanotechnological Systems of Innovation: Developing Indicators as a Tool to Support Nanotechnology Innovation Policy in Brazil
• Non-Hydrolyzed Resins for Organic-Inorganic Hybrid Coatings: Functional Coating Films by Moisture Curing
• Nanotechnology in Engineered Membranes: Innovative Membrane Material for Water-Energy Nexus
• Tribocorrosion in Metal Matrix Composites
• Section 4 Utilization and Application
• Applications of Nanomaterials in Construction Industry
• Applications of Nanomaterials for Activation and Suppression of Immune Responses
• Fabrication and Processing of Pineapple Leaf Fiber Reinforced Composites
• Quickstep Processing of Polymeric Composites: An Out-Of-Autoclave (OOA) Approach
• Modeling, Design, and Applications of the Gas Sensors Based on Graphene and Carbon Nanotubes
• Non-Wood Lignocellulosic Composites
• Drilling of Tio2 and Zns Filled Gfrp Composites: A Taguchi Approach
• Processing Routes, Mechanical, and Tribological Properties of Light Metal Matrix Nanocomposites
• Wood-Based Composites
• Interdisciplinary Course Development in Nanostructured Materials Science and Engineering
• Practical Applications of X-Ray Line Profile Analysis
• Smart Hydrogels for Pharmaceutical Applications
• Nanotechnology in the Food Industry
• Ecotoxicity and Toxicity of Nanomaterials with Potential for Wastewater Treatment Applications
• Nanotechnology for Environmental Control and Remediation
• Sino-Saudi Joint Ventures and Trade in Petrochemical Sector
• Semester-Long Team Project Integrating Materials and Mechanics Concepts
• Abrasion-Corrosion of Thermal Spray Coatings
• Influence of Process Parameters on Microstructure of Friction Stir Processed Mg AZ31 Alloy
• Assessment of Advanced Biological Solid Waste Treatment Technologies for Sustainability
• Pharmaceutical and Medical Applications of Nanofibers
• Application of Nanoparticles as a Drug Delivery System
• Mitigation of Wear Damage by Laser Surface Alloying Technique
• EDM Process Parameters Optimization for Al-TiO2 Nano Composite
• Section 5 Organizational and Social Implications
• The Role of Digital Libraries in Teaching Materials Science and Engineering
• Ecotoxicity Effects of Nanomaterials on Aquatic Organisms: Nanotoxicology of Materials on Aquatic Organisms
• Virtual Environments in Materials Science and Engineering: The Students’ Opinion
• Applying a Coherent Academy Training Structure to Vertically Integrate Learning, Teaching and Personal Development in Materials Science and Engineering
• QSAR-Based Studies of Nanomaterials in the Environment
• Understanding Toxicity of Nanomaterials in Biological Systems
• Cultural Heritage Career Paths for Materials Scientists and Corrosion Engineers
• Teaching “Design-for-Corrosion” to Engineering Undergraduates: A Case Study of Novel Ni-B Coatings for High Wear and Corrosive Applications
• Risks and Preventive Measures of Nanotechnology
• Quasi-SMILES for Nano-QSAR Prediction of Toxic Effect of Al2O3 Nanoparticles
• Linking Materials Science and Engineering Curriculum to Design and Manufacturing Challenges of the Automotive Industry
• The Impact of Nanotechnology on Environment
• Effect of Tempering Temperature on Microstructure, Texture and Mechanical Properties of a High Strength Steel
• Section 6 Emerging Technologies
• Review of Current and Emerging Approaches for Quantitative Nanostructure-Activity Relationship Modeling: The Case of Inorganic Nanoparticles
• Advances in Functional Nanocoatings Applied in the Aerospace Industry
• Recent Trends and Advancement in Nanotechnology for Water and Wastewater Treatment: Nanotechnological Approach for Water Purification
• Stratagems of Nanotechnology Augmenting the Bioavailability and Therapeutic Efficacy of Traditional Medicine to Formulate Smart Herbal Drugs Combating