Advanced Materials Engineering Fundamentals
Richard Skiba
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
Advanced Materials Engineering Fundamentals serves as a guide to the science, technologies, and applications shaping advanced materials. Designed for students, professionals, researchers, and entrepreneurs, it equips readers with the knowledge to innovate across industries like aerospace, automotive, construction, and electronics.
The book begins with foundational concepts, covering atomic structures, mechanical and thermal properties, and the historical evolution of materials science, making it ideal for students and early-career professionals. It progresses to specific materials such as composites, nanomaterials, and bioplastics, detailing synthesis, properties, and applications. Chapters on bioplastics and sustainable materials are particularly valuable for those pursuing eco-friendly innovations.
Critical techniques for material testing and characterization, including XRD, SEM, and TEM, are explained, benefiting laboratory professionals and researchers analyzing and optimizing material properties. Sustainability is a recurring theme, with discussions on lifecycle analysis, recycling, and reducing carbon footprints, providing essential insights for academia and industry professionals focused on environmentally responsible innovation.
The book also explores computational materials engineering and emerging trends like self-healing materials, quantum materials, and bio-inspired designs, keeping readers at the forefront of technological advancements. It concludes with practical career guidance and entrepreneurial opportunities, making it an indispensable resource for excelling in this dynamic field.
Duration - 19h.
Author - Richard Skiba.
Narrator - Digital Voice Cole G.
Published Date - Monday, 20 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 Richard Skiba ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Advanced Materials Engineering Fundamentals serves as a guide to the science, technologies, and applications shaping advanced materials. Designed for students, professionals, researchers, and entrepreneurs, it equips readers with the knowledge to innovate across industries like aerospace, automotive, construction, and electronics. The book begins with foundational concepts, covering atomic structures, mechanical and thermal properties, and the historical evolution of materials science, making it ideal for students and early-career professionals. It progresses to specific materials such as composites, nanomaterials, and bioplastics, detailing synthesis, properties, and applications. Chapters on bioplastics and sustainable materials are particularly valuable for those pursuing eco-friendly innovations. Critical techniques for material testing and characterization, including XRD, SEM, and TEM, are explained, benefiting laboratory professionals and researchers analyzing and optimizing material properties. Sustainability is a recurring theme, with discussions on lifecycle analysis, recycling, and reducing carbon footprints, providing essential insights for academia and industry professionals focused on environmentally responsible innovation. The book also explores computational materials engineering and emerging trends like self-healing materials, quantum materials, and bio-inspired designs, keeping readers at the forefront of technological advancements. It concludes with practical career guidance and entrepreneurial opportunities, making it an indispensable resource for excelling in this dynamic field. Duration - 19h. Author - Richard Skiba. Narrator - Digital Voice Cole G. Published Date - Monday, 20 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Richard Skiba ©.
Language:
English
Advanced Materials Engineering Fundamentals
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Chapter 1: Introduction to Advanced Materials Engineering
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What are Advanced Materials?
Duration:00:14:58
Historical Evolution of Material Science
Duration:00:05:09
Role of Advanced Materials in Modern Industries
Duration:00:19:48
The Scope of Advanced Materials Engineering
Duration:00:05:11
Chapter 2: The Science Behind Advanced Materials
Duration:00:00:05
Atomic and Molecular Structure of Materials
Duration:01:05:20
Mechanical, Thermal, and Chemical Properties
Duration:00:33:32
Crystallography and Material Defects
Duration:00:21:30
Material Characterization Techniques
Duration:01:24:36
Chapter 3: Composite Materials
Duration:00:00:04
Definition and Types of Composites
Duration:00:53:51
Matrix and Reinforcement Components
Duration:00:12:47
Processing Techniques for Composites
Duration:01:09:03
Applications of Composites in Aerospace, Automotive, and Construction
Duration:00:04:58
Chapter 4: Nanomaterials
Duration:00:00:05
Introduction to Nanotechnology and Nanomaterials
Duration:00:20:20
Synthesis Methods for Nanomaterials
Duration:00:20:17
Properties and Behaviour at the Nanoscale
Duration:00:05:21
Applications in Electronics, Medicine, and Energy Storage
Duration:00:04:30
Chapter 5: Bioplastics and Sustainable Materials
Duration:00:00:04
Overview of Bioplastics and Their Types
Duration:00:14:44
Polymer Chemistry and Biodegradability
Duration:00:32:20
Production Methods for Bioplastics
Duration:00:23:48
Industrial Applications and Environmental Impact
Duration:00:04:51
Chapter 6: Material Development, Testing and Characterization
Duration:00:00:04
Developing a New Advanced Material
Duration:00:41:34
Mechanical Testing: Tensile, Compression, and Fatigue
Duration:00:48:04
Thermal Analysis: DSC, TGA, and DMA
Duration:00:27:19
Chemical and Spectroscopic Characterization: XRD, SEM, and TEM
Duration:00:05:41
Non-Destructive Testing Techniques
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Chapter 7: Sustainability and Environmental Considerations
Duration:00:00:04
Lifecycle Analysis of Advanced Materials
Duration:00:18:21
Recycling and Upcycling Strategies
Duration:00:11:41
Reducing Carbon Footprint in Material Production
Duration:00:28:51
Future Trends in Sustainable Material Design
Duration:00:04:15
Chapter 8: Computational Materials Engineering
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Role of Computational Modelling in Material Design
Duration:02:42:48
Chapter 9: Challenges in Advanced Materials Engineering
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Economic Viability and Scalability
Duration:00:05:19
Overcoming Technical Limitations in Material Properties
Duration:00:09:58
Ensuring Regulatory and Safety Compliance
Duration:00:04:43
Balancing Innovation with Sustainability
Duration:00:07:16
Chapter 10: Emerging Trends in Advanced Materials
Duration:00:00:03
Self-Healing Materials
Duration:00:39:10
Smart and Responsive Materials
Duration:00:05:34
Quantum Materials and Topological Insulators
Duration:00:24:03
Bio-Inspired and Biomimetic Materials
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Chapter 11: The Advanced Materials Engineer’s Toolkit
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Essential Equipment for Material Design and Testing
Duration:00:54:05
Key Software Tools for Analysis and Simulation
Duration:00:06:03
Skills and Certifications for Advanced Material Engineers
Duration:00:07:12
Networking and Professional Organizations
Duration:00:08:34
Chapter 12: Career Pathways and Opportunities
Duration:00:00:05
Educational Background for Advanced Materials Engineers
Duration:00:03:14
Industries and Roles for Advanced Materials Professionals
Duration:00:05:42
Trends in Employment and Salaries
Duration:00:10:41
Entrepreneurial Opportunities in Material Innovation
Duration:00:06:27