Green Composites Manufacturing: A Sustainable Approach

✍ Scribed by Singh G., Singh R.P., Sharma N., Davim P. (ed.)

• Publisher: Walter de Gruyter
• Year: 2024
• Tongue: English
• Leaves: 302
• Series: Advanced Composites
• Category: Library

✦ Synopsis

In today's society researchers are more focused on cleaner materials production for environmental sustainability. This approach aims at reducing waste and the development of materials with enhanced properties and functionality. This book focuses on optimizing manufacturing processes for sustainable composite materials. It discusses optimum utilization of resources by using minimum effort to save cost and energy.
Includes case studies on sustainable composite manufacturing.
Discusses additive manufacturing, parametric strength studies, alkali treatment, and AM processes.
Provides a framework for green composite manufacturing.

✦ Table of Contents

Cover
Half Title
Advanced Composites Series: Volume 19
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Green Composites Manufacturing: A Sustainable Approach
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Contents
Contributing authors
1. A review of different types of sustainable methods for composites
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Composite materials and their roles in today’s industries
1.2.1 Lightweighting
1.2.2 Durability and corrosion resistance
1.2.3 Design flexibility
1.2.4 Electrical and thermal properties
1.2.5 Cost-effectiveness
1.3 Sustainable composite materials, principle, and their importance
1.4 Basic types of sustainable composites
1.4.1 Natural fiber composites
1.4.2 Biodegradable composites
1.4.3 Recycled composites
1.4.4 Bio-based composites
1.4.5 Nanocomposites
1.4.6 Hybrid composites
1.5 Sustainable methods to produce composites
1.5.1 Raw materials selection
1.5.1.1 Natural fibers
1.5.1.2 Bio-based resins
1.5.1.3 Recycled materials
1.5.2 Manufacturing processes
1.5.2.1 Green energy
1.5.2.2 Lean manufacturing
1.5.2.3 Closed-loop manufacturing
1.5.3 Product design
1.5.3.1 Design for disassembly
1.5.3.2 Durability
1.5.3.3 Lightweighting
1.5.4 End-of-life management
1.5.4.1 Recycling
1.5.4.2 Repurposing
1.6 Techniques used for sustainability in composite materials
1.6.1 Vacuum infusion
1.6.2 Compression molding
1.6.3 Pultrusion
1.6.4 Resin transfer molding (RTM)
1.6.5 Additive manufacturing
1.7 Economic and environmental aspects in sustainable methods for composites
1.7.1 Direct benefits
1.7.1.1 Reduced manufacturing costs
1.7.1.2 Energy efficiency
1.7.1.3 Improved supply chain efficiency
1.7.1.4 Increased consumer demand
1.7.2 Indirect benefits
1.7.2.1 Reduced carbon emissions
1.7.2.2 Reduced waste
1.7.2.3 Reduced water consumption
1.8 Discussion and future aspects
1.9 Conclusion
References
2. A review of the mechanical and tribological characterization of Al-7075 composite
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Fabrication methods
2.2.1 Friction stir processing
2.2.2 Stir casting
2.2.3 Squeeze casting
2.2.4 Equal channel angular pressing (ECAP)
2.2.5 Powder metallurgy (PM)
2.2.6 Gas pressure infiltration (GPI)
2.3 Mechanical characteristics
2.3.1 Hardness
2.3.2 Tensile strength
2.3.3 Compressive strength
2.4 Tribological behavior
2.5 Research issues
2.6 Conclusions
References
3. Characterization and mechanical behavior/ corrosion analysis of Al-7075 metal matrix composites: a critical review
3.1 Introduction
3.1.1 Composite materials
3.1.2 Composites’ development and mechanical behavior/corrosion behavior
3.1.2.1 Stir casting
3.1.2.2 Microstructure
3.1.3 Mechanical behavior
3.1.3.1 Tensile test
3.1.3.2 Hardness test
3.1.3.3 Compressive strength test
3.1.4 Tribological behavior
3.1.4.1 Wear behavior
3.1.5 Corrosion behavior test
3.2 Conclusion
References
4. Role of fillers and various sustainable innovations in the use of filler material for the preparation of composites
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Types of fillers for composite materials
4.2.1 Inorganic fillers
4.2.2 Organic fillers
4.2.3 Natural fillers
4.2.4 Nano-sized fillers
4.3 Functions and properties of fillers in composite materials
4.4 Sustainable innovations in filler materials for composite materials
4.5 Filler material selection and characterization
4.5.1 Filler material properties
4.5.2 Matrix material compatibility
4.5.3 Processing method
4.5.4 Cost
4.5.5 Characterization techniques
4.6 Applications of fillers in composite materials
4.7 Future directions and challenges in the use of filler materials
4.7.1 Sustainable and renewable fillers
4.7.2 Multifunctional fillers
4.7.3 Nanoscale fillers
4.7.4 Characterization techniques
4.7.5 Challenges in large-scale production
4.8 Emerging trends in filler technology
4.8.1 Sustainable and renewable fillers
4.8.2 Nanoscale fillers
4.8.3 Hybrid fillers
4.8.4 Functionalized fillers
4.8.5 3D printing
4.9 Challenges and limitations
4.10 Potential solutions and prospects
4.11 Conclusions
4.11.1 Summary of key points
4.11.2 Implications for future research and development
4.11.3 Final thoughts and recommendations
References
5. Unleashing the essence of aluminum metal matrix composites through advanced characterization and mechanical analysis
5.1 Introduction
5.1.1 Background and significance
5.1.2 Objectives of the chapter
5.2 Composition and processing of Al-7075 MMCs
5.2.1 Alloy composition
5.2.2 Processing of Al-7075 MMCs
5.3 Characterization techniques for Al-7075 MMCs
5.3.1 Scanning electron microscopy (SEM)
5.3.2 Transmission electron microscopy (TEM)
5.3.3 X-ray diffraction (XRD)
5.3.4 Energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS or EDX)
5.3.5 Atomic force microscopy (AFM)
5.3.6 Differential scanning calorimetry (DSC)
5.3.7 Nondestructive testing (NDT)
5.3.8 Thermal analysis techniques
5.3.9 Microhardness testing
5.3.10 Electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD)
5.3.11 Infrared spectroscopy (IR)
5.3.12 Ultrasonic testing (UT)
5.3.13 Raman spectroscopy
5.3.14 X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS)
5.3.15 Electrochemical testing
5.4 Major characterization techniques
5.4.1 Scanning electron microscopy (SEM)
5.4.2 X-ray diffraction (XRD)
5.4.3 Transmission electron microscopy (TEM)
5.4.4 Energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS)
5.5 Mechanical behavior analysis
5.5.1 Tensile testing
5.5.2 Hardness testing
5.5.3 Compression testing
5.5.4 Impact testing
5.5.5 Fatigue testing
5.5.6 Fracture toughness testing
5.5.7 Creep testing
5.5.8 Wear and tribological testing
5.5.9 High-temperature testing
5.5.10 Environmental testing
5.6 Future directions and challenges
5.7 Conclusions
References
6. Sustainable approaches to improve the characteristics of polymer-based composites
6.1 Introduction
6.1.1 Composites and their classifications
6.1.2 Polymer matrix composites (PMCs)
6.1.3 Manufacturing of polymer-based composites
6.1.4 Need to improve characteristics of PMCs
6.2 Narrative review
6.2.1 Characteristics of PMCs
6.2.2 Approaches to improve characteristics of PMCs
6.3 Environmental impacts of existing approaches
6.4 Sustainable approaches
6.5 Discussion on the scope of sustainable approaches
6.6 Conclusions
References
7. Sustainable approaches to improve the characteristics of metal-based composites
7.1 Introduction
7.1.1 Background
7.1.2 Objectives
7.2 Sustainable manufacturing techniques
7.2.1 Additive manufacturing
7.2.2 Near-net shape manufacturing
7.2.3 High-pressure torsion (HPT)
7.2.4 Friction stir processing (FSP)
7.3 Novel materials for metal-based composites
7.3.1 Recycled materials
7.3.2 Bio-based materials
7.3.3 Nanomaterials
7.3.4 Hybrid composites
7.4 Recycling and life cycle assessment
7.4.1 End-of-life recycling
7.4.2 Design for recycling
7.4.3 Life cycle assessment (LCA)
7.5 Case studies and applications
7.5.1 Sustainable metal-based composite production in the aerospace industry
7.5.2 Sustainable approaches in automotive applications
7.5.3 Sustainable composite solutions for construction
7.5.4 Sustainable medical and healthcare applications
7.6 Challenges and future perspectives
7.6.1 Technological challenges
7.6.2 Economic considerations
7.6.3 Policy and regulation
7.6.4 Promising future trends
7.7 Discussions
7.8 Limitations
7.9 Future scope
7.10 Conclusion
Reference
8. Review of optimization and simulation approaches for thermoplastic composite design
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Features of thermo-stamping process
8.3 Global features of TSP
8.3.1 Material concept
8.3.2 Pre-consolidation
8.3.2.1 Ultrasonic Spot Welding
8.3.2.2 RVC
8.3.2.3 Press consolidation
8.3.2.4 AFP
8.3.3 Global characteristics of CFRTP
8.3.3.1 Shear angles of the yarns
8.3.3.2 In-plane undulations
8.3.3.3 Wrinkling
8.3.3.4 Residual stress
8.3.3.5 Thickness variation
8.4 Local features of the TSP
8.4.1 TSP simulations
8.4.2 Global simulation
8.4.3 Local process simulation
8.4.3.1 Material constitutive models
8.4.3.1.1 Non-orthogonal elastic constitutive model
8.4.3.1.2 Hypo elastic constitutive model
8.4.3.1.3 Hyper elastic invariants constitutive model
8.4.3.1.4 Ideal Fiber-Reinforced Material constitutive model
8.4.3.2 Numerical modeling strategies
8.4.3.2.1 Continuous approach simulation modeling
8.4.3.2.2 Mesoscopic approaches simulation modeling
8.4.3.2.3 Semi-discrete method of simulation modeling
8.4.3.2.4 Contact interface strategies for simulation modeling
8.5 Conclusion
References
9. Advances in green production of two-dimensional graphene-derivatives based polymer composites with overview on their physicochemical characteristics and applications prospects
9.1 Introduction
9.2 2D graphene family materials and derivatives
9.2.1 Pristine 2D graphene derivatives
9.2.2 Chemically modified 2D graphene derivatives
9.3 2D graphene derivatives/polymers nanocomposites
9.3.1 Types and forms
9.3.2 Progress of green production strategy
9.3.2.1 Green/clean synthesis of 2D graphene derivatives nanosheets
9.3.2.2 Green/clean surface functionalization of 2D graphene derivatives nanosheets
9.3.2.3 Green/clean compounding of 2D graphene derivatives nanosheets with polymers
9.4 Challenges and future perspectives
Author contributions
References
10. Metal matrix composites: traditional and unconventional sustainable machining techniques
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Classification of MMCs
10.2.1 Fiber-reinforced MMCs
10.2.2 Particle-reinforced composites
10.2.3 Multilayer laminate composites
10.3 Metal matrix composites: conventional machining
10.3.1 Turning
10.3.2 Drilling
10.3.3 Grinding
10.3.4 Milling
10.3.5 Cryogenic conditioning of machining region
10.4 Metal matrix composites: unconventional machining
10.4.1 Electric discharge machining (EDM) and Wire electric discharge machining (WEDM)
10.4.2 Electrochemical machining (ECM)
10.4.3 Laser machining
10.4.4 Abrasive waterjet machining
10.4.5 Ultrasonic machining
10.4.6 Magnetic field assisted finishing
10.5 Future scope
10.6 Summary
References
Index