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This book provides the latest information about the research being conducted and established solutions available in the field of thermal spray coatings for various engineering applications. The readers of this book will be mainly the graduates, engineers and researchers who are pursuing their carrier in the field of thermal spraying. This book will cover the studies and research works of reputed scientists and engineers who have developed thermal spray coatings for thermal protection, bio-implants, renewal energy, wear and corrosion in hydraulic turbines and jet engines, hydrophobic surfaces etc. Hence, the book serves as a valuable resource of latest advancement in thermal spray technology and consolidated references for aspirants and professionals of surface engineering community. The book covers following topics for different industrial applications: Introduction: Historical developments, Science and Engineering aspects of thermal spray coating technology and different thermal spray coatings techniques and its comparison with other fabrication processes. Recent advancements and applications of thermal spray coatings Cold spray technology for additive manufacturing. High-temperature corrosion and erosion resistant coatings and thermal barrier coatings for power plants, automotive sector, and jet engines. Erosion and corrosion-resistant coatings for hydro-power plants, offshore, chemical and oil industries. Bio-coatings for human body implants. Thermal spray coating for super-hydrophobic surface.3. Case study of boiler tubes failure and prevention by thermal spray coatings.

This book provides the latest information about the research being conducted and established solutions available in the field of thermal spray coatings for various engineering applications. The readers of this book will be mainly the graduates, engineers and researchers who are pursuing their carrier in the field of thermal spraying. This book will cover the studies and research works of reputed scientists and engineers who have developed thermal spray coatings for thermal protection, bio-implants, renewal energy, wear and corrosion in hydraulic turbines and jet engines, hydrophobic surfaces etc. Hence, the book serves as a valuable resource of latest advancement in thermal spray technology and consolidated references for aspirants and professionals of surface engineering community. The book covers following topics for different industrial applications: Introduction: Historical developments, Science and Engineering aspects of thermal spray coating technology and different thermal spray coatings techniques and its comparison with other fabrication processes. Recent advancements and applications of thermal spray coatings Cold spray technology for additive manufacturing. High-temperature corrosion and erosion resistant coatings and thermal barrier coatings for power plants, automotive sector, and jet engines. Erosion and corrosion-resistant coatings for hydro-power plants, offshore, chemical and oil industries. Bio-coatings for human body implants. Thermal spray coating for super-hydrophobic surface.3. Case study of boiler tubes failure and prevention by thermal spray coatings.

This text discusses recent research techniques in the field of microwave processing of engineering materials by utilizing microwave radiation in the form of microwave hybrid heating (MHH). It is useful for industrial and household applications including the joining of materials, casting of bulk metal alloy material, drilling of borosilicate glass materials, development of cladding of different materials for friction, wear, and corrosion.The book:Discusses the development of high-temperature resistant materials using microwave processingCovers the latest research development in microwave processing in the field of healthcare i.e. bio-medical implantsHighlights concepts of microwave heating in joining, cladding, and casting of metallic materialsExplains mechanisms of failure of materials and protection in a comprehensive mannerProvide readers the knowledge of microwave processing of materials in major thrust areas of engineering applicationsThis book extensively highlights the latest advances in the field of microwave processing for engineering materials. It will serve as an ideal reference text for graduate students and academic researchers in the fields of materials science, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, and production engineering.

This text discusses recent research techniques in the field of microwave processing of engineering materials by utilizing microwave radiation in the form of microwave hybrid heating (MHH). It is useful for industrial and household applications including the joining of materials, casting of bulk metal alloy material, drilling of borosilicate glass materials, development of cladding of different materials for friction, wear, and corrosion.The book:Discusses the development of high-temperature resistant materials using microwave processingCovers the latest research development in microwave processing in the field of healthcare i.e. bio-medical implantsHighlights concepts of microwave heating in joining, cladding, and casting of metallic materialsExplains mechanisms of failure of materials and protection in a comprehensive mannerProvide readers the knowledge of microwave processing of materials in major thrust areas of engineering applicationsThis book extensively highlights the latest advances in the field of microwave processing for engineering materials. It will serve as an ideal reference text for graduate students and academic researchers in the fields of materials science, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, and production engineering.

This handbook provides an insight into the advancements in surface engineering methods, addressing the microstructural features, properties, mechanisms of surface degradation failures, and tribological performance of the components. Emphasis is placed on the use of laser cladding methods because they make it simple to deposit new classes of materials such nano-composites, nanotubes, and smart materials.Handbook of Laser-Based Sustainable Surface Modification and Manufacturing Techniques discusses the main mechanism behind the surface degradation of structural components in strenuous environments. It highlights the capacity of laser cladding to operate on a wide range of substrate materials and shapes as well as presents how laser cladding can offer new possibilities in the reconditioning of components and how, in many cases, these approaches are the only solution for economic efficiency. The handbook illustrates how the type of laser, laser optics, and the parameters of the process can be efficiently selected, and thus the number of applications of laser cladding and its applications can be increased. The standard methods of testing used for various types of biomedical devices and tools, as well as the advantages of combining laser cladding with simultaneous induction heating, are described as well within this handbook.Features:Discusses the role of claddings fabricated with laser technique to withstand wear and corrosionHighlights the role of laser in the manufacturing of alloys and recent advancements in laser based additive manufacturing processesPresents the possibilities, applications and challenges in laser surfacingIllustrates the post-treatments of powders and coatings and case studies related to laser surface technologyOffers the standard methods of testing applied to various types of biomedical devices and toolsGoes over the advantages of combining laser cladding with simultaneous induction heatingThe technical outcomes of these surface engineering methods are helpful for academics, students, and professionals who are working in this field, as this enlightens their understanding of the performance of these latest processes. The audience is broad and multidisciplinary.

This handbook provides an insight into the advancements in surface engineering methods, addressing the microstructural features, properties, mechanisms of surface degradation failures, and tribological performance of the components. Emphasis is placed on the use of laser cladding methods because they make it simple to deposit new classes of materials such nano-composites, nanotubes, and smart materials.Handbook of Laser-Based Sustainable Surface Modification and Manufacturing Techniques discusses the main mechanism behind the surface degradation of structural components in strenuous environments. It highlights the capacity of laser cladding to operate on a wide range of substrate materials and shapes as well as presents how laser cladding can offer new possibilities in the reconditioning of components and how, in many cases, these approaches are the only solution for economic efficiency. The handbook illustrates how the type of laser, laser optics, and the parameters of the process can be efficiently selected, and thus the number of applications of laser cladding and its applications can be increased. The standard methods of testing used for various types of biomedical devices and tools, as well as the advantages of combining laser cladding with simultaneous induction heating, are described as well within this handbook.Features:Discusses the role of claddings fabricated with laser technique to withstand wear and corrosionHighlights the role of laser in the manufacturing of alloys and recent advancements in laser based additive manufacturing processesPresents the possibilities, applications and challenges in laser surfacingIllustrates the post-treatments of powders and coatings and case studies related to laser surface technologyOffers the standard methods of testing applied to various types of biomedical devices and toolsGoes over the advantages of combining laser cladding with simultaneous induction heatingThe technical outcomes of these surface engineering methods are helpful for academics, students, and professionals who are working in this field, as this enlightens their understanding of the performance of these latest processes. The audience is broad and multidisciplinary.

The text presents advances in the field of thermal claddings for protection against erosion, corrosion, and wear in hydraulic turbines, automobiles, agricultural equipment, power plant, chemical industries, and jet engines. It further discusses different cladding techniques such as electron beam, oxyfuel, arc welding processes, and microwave hybrid heating. It explains the mechanism for failure of materials and cladding and emphasizes the protection mechanism.This book:Discusses the design and simulation of thermal claddings and the use of algorithms to predict the process parameters and performance of developed clads using artificial intelligence and machine learningPresents the tribological behaviour of novel wear-resistant thermal claddings for the components used in construction, mining, drilling, and hydropower plantShowcases high-temperature oxidation, corrosion, and erosion-resistant thermal claddings for power plants, the automotive sector, and jet enginesHighlights the application of the thermal cladding process in remelting the existing surface to enhance the surface propertiesExamines post-heat treatment procedures on thermal claddings for improving the microstructure and tribological propertiesThe text is primarily written for senior undergraduate, graduate students, and academic researchers in the fields of mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, and production engineering.

This book details the emerging area of the induction of expert systems in thermal spray technology, replacing traditional parametric optimization methods like numerical modeling and simulation. It promotes, enlightens, and hastens the digital transformation of the surface engineering industry by discussing the contribution of expert systems like Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) toward achieving durable Thermal Spray (TS) coatings.Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in the Thermal Spray Industry: Practices, Implementation, and Challenges highlights how AI and ML techniques are used in the TS industry. It sheds light on AI’s versatility, revealing its applicability in solving problems related to conventional simulation and numeric modeling techniques. This book combines automated technologies with expert machines to show several advantages, including decreased error and greater accuracy in judgment, and prediction, enhanced efficiency, reduced time consumption, and lower costs. Specific barriers preventing AI’s successful implementation in the TS industry are also discussed. This book also looks at how training and validating more models with microstructural features of deposited coating will be the center point to grooming this technology in the future. Lastly, this book thoroughly analyzes the digital technologies available for modeling and achieving high-performance coatings, including giving AI-related models like Artificial Neural Networks (ANN) and Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN) more attention.This reference book is directed toward professors, students, practitioners, and researchers of higher education institutions working in the fields that deal with the application of AI and ML technology.

This book details the emerging area of the induction of expert systems in thermal spray technology, replacing traditional parametric optimization methods like numerical modeling and simulation. It promotes, enlightens, and hastens the digital transformation of the surface engineering industry by discussing the contribution of expert systems like Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) toward achieving durable Thermal Spray (TS) coatings.Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in the Thermal Spray Industry: Practices, Implementation, and Challenges highlights how AI and ML techniques are used in the TS industry. It sheds light on AI’s versatility, revealing its applicability in solving problems related to conventional simulation and numeric modeling techniques. This book combines automated technologies with expert machines to show several advantages, including decreased error and greater accuracy in judgment, and prediction, enhanced efficiency, reduced time consumption, and lower costs. Specific barriers preventing AI’s successful implementation in the TS industry are also discussed. This book also looks at how training and validating more models with microstructural features of deposited coating will be the center point to grooming this technology in the future. Lastly, this book thoroughly analyzes the digital technologies available for modeling and achieving high-performance coatings, including giving AI-related models like Artificial Neural Networks (ANN) and Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN) more attention.This reference book is directed toward professors, students, practitioners, and researchers of higher education institutions working in the fields that deal with the application of AI and ML technology.

The text presents advances in the field of thermal claddings for protection against erosion, corrosion, and wear in hydraulic turbines, automobiles, agricultural equipment, power plant, chemical industries, and jet engines. It further discusses different cladding techniques such as electron beam, oxyfuel, arc welding processes, and microwave hybrid heating. It explains the mechanism for failure of materials and cladding and emphasizes the protection mechanism.This book:Discusses the design and simulation of thermal claddings and the use of algorithms to predict the process parameters and performance of developed clads using artificial intelligence and machine learningPresents the tribological behaviour of novel wear-resistant thermal claddings for the components used in construction, mining, drilling, and hydropower plantShowcases high-temperature oxidation, corrosion, and erosion-resistant thermal claddings for power plants, the automotive sector, and jet enginesHighlights the application of the thermal cladding process in remelting the existing surface to enhance the surface propertiesExamines post-heat treatment procedures on thermal claddings for improving the microstructure and tribological propertiesThe text is primarily written for senior undergraduate, graduate students, and academic researchers in the fields of mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, and production engineering.

The increasing demand for advanced manufacturing processes is making an impact on the Earth’s resources, and its industrial practices are producing negative impacts on the environment, such as carbon footprints, energy resources, waste, etc. The trend of advanced manufacturing coincides with the acceleration of innovations in sustainable techniques.Advanced Manufacturing Processes: Integration of Sustainable Approaches focuses on sustainability materials, the 6 Rs (reuse, recycle, redesign, remanufacture, reduce, and recover), lifecycle engineering, and life cycle assessment. It discusses sustainability in manufacturing and the impact on plant performance while keeping in mind IR 4.0, and highlights issues related to materials recovery and a circular economy. The book also presents the use of new sustainable materials in processes and their impact on the environment and plant performance. Case studies are offered to enable the reader to get a comparison of the manufacturing processes based on individual sustainability.All aspects related to the implementation and adoption of sustainable advanced manufacturing approaches are encapsulated in this book along with their applications which makes this a useful book for industry, academic teaching, research scholars, and experts dealing with sustainability-related issues.

The increasing demand for advanced manufacturing processes is making an impact on the Earth’s resources, and its industrial practices are producing negative impacts on the environment, such as carbon footprints, energy resources, waste, etc. The trend of advanced manufacturing coincides with the acceleration of innovations in sustainable techniques.Advanced Manufacturing Processes: Integration of Sustainable Approaches focuses on sustainability materials, the 6 Rs (reuse, recycle, redesign, remanufacture, reduce, and recover), lifecycle engineering, and life cycle assessment. It discusses sustainability in manufacturing and the impact on plant performance while keeping in mind IR 4.0, and highlights issues related to materials recovery and a circular economy. The book also presents the use of new sustainable materials in processes and their impact on the environment and plant performance. Case studies are offered to enable the reader to get a comparison of the manufacturing processes based on individual sustainability.All aspects related to the implementation and adoption of sustainable advanced manufacturing approaches are encapsulated in this book along with their applications which makes this a useful book for industry, academic teaching, research scholars, and experts dealing with sustainability-related issues.

As healthcare challenges such as human aging and traffic accidents continue to increase exponentially, the biomedical sector faces a significant obstacle in arranging patient-specific biomedical products. Over the past two decades, additive manufacturing’s printing quality and ease of production have gained global attention, particularly in the development of scaffolds and implants.This book explores additive manufacturing technologies and their categorization, materials, processing factors, output responses, advantages, challenges, and biomedical applications. It provides a critical analysis of past biomedical applications of additive manufacturing technology, explores recent advancements, and examines the design, applications, and characterizations of biomedical components using additive manufacturing techniques. Moreover, it discusses notable applications of additive fabrication in aerospace, education, and medicine, as it showcases the medical applications of rapid prototyping, addressing computational and experimental aspects of 3D-printed biomedical devices. Also, it provides future human implications and developments.Advanced Manufacturing Technologies in Biomedical Science: Practical Applications, Case Studies, and Future Trends offers a unique framework for understanding and evaluating the latest advancements in biomedical additive manufacturing. This book targets individuals interested in conducting research, providing valuable insights, and can serve as an authoritative source of information for manufacturers and academic researchers in the business sector.

Sustainability and technological advancements are rapidly gaining traction on a global scale and are becoming increasingly prominent across a wide range of industries, as evidenced by current market trends. Companies are making significant investments in the research and development of smart materials that can adapt to their surroundings in real time, thereby improving their performance and productivity. The heightened interest in environmentally friendly and intelligent materials can be attributed to the recent surge in research, conferences, and patent applications in this field, highlighting the need for a comprehensive resource that can provide a thorough explanation of these developments.Green Technology and Smart Materials for Engineering Applications provides a thorough examination of smart materials, including their unique properties and applications in sustainable construction. It explores the versatile uses of green materials in different industries, emphasizing sustainable manufacturing practices and resource-efficient materials. The integration of eco-design and innovation is looked at for the creation of sustainable materials, highlighting the importance of green and smart materials in optimizing energy consumption. Additionally, the book offers insights into reuse and recycling techniques that promote circular economy principles and sustainable business models related to green and smart materials. Real-world examples and success stories are used to illustrate the environmental and economic impacts of implementing smart and green materials in various industries.This book is intended to serve as a comprehensive reference guide for academics, researchers, scholars, and professionals working in the fields of manufacturing processing, material science, and environmental engineering. The primary objective of this book is to showcase sustainability by emphasizing the diverse array of green and smart materials utilized in various engineering applications. Through this publication, readers will gain valuable insights into the importance of incorporating environmentally friendly materials into their work, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable future.

Recent decades have witnessed significant progress in zirconia‑based materials research. This comprehensive handbook explores the latest advancements and applications of these materials, providing insights into cutting‑edge manufacturing and materials science research while covering diverse industrial uses, properties, and synthesis methods. This handbook is structured into five key sections: I. Fundamentals and Materials Science, II. Industrial and Engineering Applications, III. Energy and Catalytic Applications, IV. Medical and Dental Applications, and V. Emerging Technologies.Handbook of Zirconia‑Based Materials: Manufacturing, Electrochemical, and Biomedical Engineering examines the notable characteristics and wide‑ranging applications of zirconia‑based materials. Zirconia’s distinctive properties like optical transparency, thermal stability, mechanical strength, and electrical conductivity have attracted engineers and researchers across numerous fields, including energy production, biomedical engineering, and environmental remediation. These materials find significant applications in environmental protection, sustainable energy advancement, dental implants, solid oxide fuel cells, and catalytic converters. This handbook thoroughly investigates zirconia’s crystal structure, phase transitions, and surface chemistry while exploring synthesis methodologies for nanostructured materials, from conventional to cutting‑edge approaches. It also highlights the practical industries utilizing zirconia to demonstrate its importance. This resource provides accessible insights suitable for readers with varying levels of expertise, including industrial researchers, students, professionals, and scholars in manufacturing, materials science, chemistry, and physics.

Thermal Spray Coatings for High-Temperature Conditions provides an in-depth analysis of thermal spray coatings covering a wide range of types and applications in aerospace, automotive, and heavy-duty equipment maintenance. It considers the various thermal spray processes available, including high-velocity oxy-fuel spraying, plasma spraying, and flame spraying.Focusing on the importance of surface preparation for thermal spray coatings, this book demonstrates the significance of establishing a strong bond between the substrate and the coating. It explores a range of surface preparation techniques like grit blasting and laser texturing. This book showcases the wide range of uses for thermal spray coatings, such as protecting against corrosion, enhancing wear resistance, preventing erosion, and prolonging the lifespan of industrial equipment.This book is intended for researchers and graduate students studying surface engineering, thermodynamics, high-temperature materials, and wear resistance.

Fabrication of Wear and Corrosion Resistant Materials presents cutting-edge surface processing methods, incorporating concepts from the fields of metallurgy, chemistry, physics, and nanotechnology. It covers developments in manufacturing processes that aim to improve materials' and components' resistance to wear and corrosion.Investigating techniques such as plasma treatment, laser cladding, chemical vapor deposition, and nanostructuring, the book evaluates each technique by its capability of ensuring durability and resistance to corrosion to prolong the life of materials. In addition, the book explores smart surfaces, digital surface design, machine learning tools, and biomedical applications. It discusses new materials, coatings, surface treatments, and additive manufacturing techniques using an interdisciplinary approach.This book is intended for researchers and graduate students studying surface engineering, coatings and claddings, and corrosion and wear resistance of materials.

Microwave Processing of Metallic Materials presents the adaptability and efficiency of microwave processing with interdisciplinary applications across the industrial sector. It explores a diverse variety of issues, including the production of superalloys and biomaterials, the analysis of internal structures, and the study of erosion wear behavior.Offering a comprehensive understanding of the basic concepts of microwave processing, this book illustrates its practical uses in creating materials with improved surface qualities, such as resistance to erosion and stability at high temperatures. It demonstrates how the use of microwave technology in surface engineering both enhances material performance and reduces energy consumption and environmental impact toward a sustainable future for manufacturing.The book will interest industry researchers and graduate students studying advances in materials science, surface engineering, and manufacturing.

Artificial Intelligence in Tribology presents the use of machine learning, AI, neural networks, and optimization algorithms in studying friction, wear, and lubrication. It explores the selection of materials, modeling of the tribo‑system, prediction of tribological behavior, and assessment and optimization of performance across numerous systems.Addressing tribological problems from macroscale to nanoparticles, this book discusses AI‑driven methods to improve productivity, detect disasters, and support sustainable engineering. Case studies from various industries, such as automotive, aerospace, renewable energy, and marine engineering, highlight the transformative impact of AI in real‑world scenarios.This book will interest researchers and graduate students studying AI integration and advances in surface engineering, tribology, and materials science.

Multifunctional and Smart Materials presents advancements in multifunctional, sustainable, and smart materials that enhance performance and improve processes across a wide range of engineering fields, including renewable energy, automotive, and aerospace. It provides a comprehensive overview of material design, properties, and emerging applications.Offering a deep dive into sustainable materials, this book addresses how eco-friendly, recyclable, and renewable materials are reducing environmental impact and contributing to a circular economy. It explores advanced materials that perform multiple functions, such as power generation, energy storage, and structural integrity. This book highlights recent developments in materials research from 3D-printed materials for enhanced efficiency and waste reduction in manufacturing processes to smart coatings for multifunctional protection against environmental and operational stresses.This book is intended for researchers and graduate students studying advanced materials and multidisciplinary engineering applications for intelligent, eco-friendly, and multipurpose materials.

Thermal Spray Technology for Advanced Composite Materials presents advancements in multifunctional, sustainable, and smart materials towards enhancing performance and improving processes across a wide range of engineering fields, including renewable energy, automotive, and aerospace.From nano-composite feedstock materials to CNT reinforcement and high entropy alloy composites, the book provides an authoritative examination of cutting-edge developments that address the limitations of traditional single-component materials. It guides readers through the complete lifecycle of composite coatings, from material selection and fabrication techniques to performance optimization and parameter control using machine learning approaches.This book will interest researchers and graduate students studying composite materials processing and fabrication.

Tribology for Industry 4.0: Solutions for Surface Engineering explores how data analytics, AI, IoT, and smart sensors can be combined to maximize tribological performance in modern industrial systems. It further examines the use of ML and big data analytics to enhance wear management, friction control, and surface engineering efficiency.Covering adaptive coatings, smart lubrication systems, and predictive maintenance techniques, the book explains how they dynamically respond to operating conditions, minimizing downtime and maximizing efficiency. It emphasizes eco-friendly tribology techniques to help industries comply with environmental regulations and lessen their carbon footprint, such as cutting energy use, improving lubrication, and implementing sustainable materials. Real-world examples and case studies are included to demonstrate successful implementation in manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and energy sectors.Researchers and graduate students studying surface engineering, lubrication, and wear management will benefit from this book.

The book focuses on the integration of advanced manufacturing techniques with novel materials and innovative processing methods. The core objective is to provide a detailed technical overview of how additive manufacturing technologies are evolving to meet the demands of modern materials engineering.Features:Discusses metal additive manufacturing processes, including selective laser melting, electron beam melting, and directed energy deposition.Explores the use of advanced material systems in additive manufacturing, focusing on high entropy alloys and metal matrix composites.Highlights recent developments, including tailored alloy design, reinforcement strategies, and the influence of process parameters on phase stability, microstructure, and performance.Covers data-driven approaches for process monitoring, defect prediction, parameter optimization, and quality control.Illustrates non-conventional thermal processing methods in additive manufacturing, with a focus on microwave-based cladding, sintering, and heat treatment techniques.The text is primarily written for senior undergraduates, graduate students, and academic researchers in manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, production engineering, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, and materials science.

This book series specially focuses on developing green and sustainable materials for future development to restrict environmentally harmful materials, which are directly or indirectly associated with human health. The theme of this book series, “SMART” basically defines its title, “Sustainable Materials Advancing Remanufacturing and Technology.” In this series, the book Volume II, entitled “Smart Sustainable and Advanced Remanufacturing Processes,” basically provides a platform to explore various possibilities in developing sustainable materials. The terms recycle, remanufacturing, reuse, etc., are getting more attention in the twenty-first century due to an increasing demand from a rising population globally. Remanufacturing from waste materials is now transforming to 3D printing for smart and sustainable outcomes. 3D printing promotes the environmental impact of a technology, which is now one of the most significant criteria that determine whether it is feasible and sustainable. Several possible materials could be replaced through remanufacturing from recycling to develop smart, sustainable materials such as metals, cement and concrete, polymers, hybrid materials, clays, and composites. Materials and manufacturing techniques are a few of the vital processes in production industries. Most of the materials processing and manufacturing techniques currently used in industries are a major cause of environmental pollution and are hence unsustainable. Therefore, this rising implementation of SMART sustainable materials in areas like manufacturing processes across healthcare, energy, environment, and many more has led them to be incredibly useful and essential for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.The purpose of this book series is to demonstrate the utilization of all major categories of waste materials, including agricultural residues, industrial by-products, municipal waste, electronic waste, and other wastes generated in modern life. This book provides in-depth knowledge about challenges faced during the processing of advanced materials and discusses possible ways to achieve sustainability in manufacturing. The central message of the book emphasizes that building a sustainable future should be one of the foremost priorities of humankind.

This book aims to provide a leading forum for sharing original research contributions and practical developments in SMART and sustainable materials and their advancements in remanufacturing to contribute its share for technological advancements. The theme of this book series “SMART” basically defines its title “Sustainable Materials Advancing Remanufacturing and Technology.” In this series, Volume I of this book entitled “Sustainable Materials and Technology: Materials Science & Engineering to Ecology” is dedicated to the use of technology in material science and transformation into sustainable materials. The Earth’s resources are being impacted by the growing need for advanced materials, modern manufacturing processes, and industrial practices that are detrimental to the environment by leaving carbon footprints, using up energy resources, producing garbage, etc. Applications based on functional materials are becoming more and more significant due to recent advancements in material science and technology. Functional materials for sustainable energy applications provide a crucial manual for creating and using these materials in sustainable energy production. The fields of materials science, nanoscience, engineering, and nano/technology are responsible for a fourth industrial revolution in which the world is witnessing how technology is merging digital, biological, chemical, and physical spheres of global human activities. Although, the field has shown great potential to help mankind satisfy the global demand of clean water. Nanofibrous membranes offer promising and improved efficiency in terms of purifying water. Also, cellulose films have been found very useful material to replace plastic. Considering these points, this book explores that how could societies across the world meet their current basic human needs, aspirations, and desires, without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs? Because, technology is not free from drawbacks, and it creates severe problems in the environment.