Nanocomposites in Structural Applications
<p>Nanocomposites represent a paradigm shift in structural materials, where nanoscale fillers are incorporated into polymeric, metallic, or ceramic matrix structures in order to produce impressive mechanical, thermal, and functional performance. This chapter focuses on the design, processing, and im...
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| Lenguaje: | inglés |
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IntechOpen
2026
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| Acceso en línea: | https://www.intechopen.com/chapters/1235014 |
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| Sumario: | <p>Nanocomposites represent a paradigm shift in structural materials, where nanoscale fillers are incorporated into polymeric, metallic, or ceramic matrix structures in order to produce impressive mechanical, thermal, and functional performance. This chapter focuses on the design, processing, and implementation of such composites, although special attention is given to structural reinforcement, lightweight construction, and aerospace implementation. The presence of nanofillers (carbon nanotubes, graphene nanoplatelets, and boron nitride) improves interfacial adhesion, modulus, toughness, and durability and, at the same time, decreases the total material usage. Nanocomposites have the potential to reduce environmental effects and energy consumption because the tensile strength of lightweight nanocomposites can be increased by up to 58% compared to conventional ones. The carbon-nanotube- and boron-nitride-based composites used in the aerospace and defense fields enhance the strength-to-weight ratio, fuel efficiency, and damage tolerance, and new self-healing and multifunctional capabilities are being developed rapidly. Even with a promising future, scalability, cost, and recyclability remain the major challenges facing mass industrial implementation. In general, this chapter highlights the enormous potential of nanocomposites as the next-generation structural material, which provides the ideal balance of performance, sustainability, and innovation in the aerospace, automotive, marine, and civil engineering industries.</p> |
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| ISBN: | 978-1-83634-566-4 |
| DOI: | 10.5772/intechopen.1014056 |