(Series in Composites Science and Engineering)
by Navin Chand (Author), Mohammed Fahim (Author)
Tribology of Natural Fiber Polymer Composites, Second Edition,
covers the availability and processing of natural fiber polymer
composites and their structural, thermal, mechanical and tribological
properties and performance. Environmental concerns are driving demand
for biodegradable materials such as plant-based, natural
fiber-reinforced polymer composites. These composites are fast replacing
conventional materials in many industrial applications, especially in
automobiles, where tribology (friction, lubrication and wear) is an
important aspect.
- Provides
enhanced coverage on industrially relevant fiber types, such as flax,
hemp, kenaf, rice, grain husk and pyrolyzed fibers
- Includes an emphasis on modeling and the simulation of the wear resistance of fibers
- Discusses the effect of aging in various environments and different results in wear and friction performance
