Novel Applications of Functionally Graded Materials

<p><i>Novel Applications of Functionally Graded Materials</i> offers a thorough understanding of the unique characteristics characterization techniques and inventive applications of functionally graded materials (FGMs). It covers a wide range of sophisticated functional materials including metals composites polymers and ceramics exploring their unique characteristics and using cutting-edge characterization methods. Detailed examinations of applications in the fields of energy electronics biology and aerospace provide important new insights into the revolutionary potential of these materials across a range of sectors. </p><p><b>Features</b>:</p><ul> <li>Cover effects of FGMs on fields including aerospace automobile electronics energy and medicine.</li> <li>Contains extensive discussions on the leading topics in the study of advanced functional and composite materials backed by examples.</li> <li>Discusses consumer expectations and environmental sustainability issues related to the production of FGMs.</li> <li>Encompasses wide range of topics such as biomaterials smart structures rapid prototyping and nanofinishing technologies among many others.</li> <li>Explores how to create new materials with optimized properties and how to use those features to fulfill specific industrial requirements.</li> </ul><p>This book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in materials science and manufacturing.</p>