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Submit a ProposalNatural Rubber-Based Composites and Nanocomposites
 | Edited by Visakh. P.M and Shiv Kumari Panda
Copyright: 2025 | Status: Published ISBN: 9781394212590 | Hardcover | 320 pages Price: $195 USD  |
One Line Description
Discover the latest research in the field of natural rubber composites in this comprehensive guide to the fundamentals and applications of this innovative field.
Audience
Rubber scientists, rubber technologists, polymer scientists, academics, and industry professionals interested in the many applications of natural rubber.
Rubber scientists, rubber technologists, polymer scientists, academics, and industry professionals interested in the many applications of natural rubber.
Description
This book summarizes recent research accomplishments in the area of natural rubber nanocomposites, serving as a comprehensive reference for academics and professionals working to research and develop this growing field. Its application-oriented approach explores solutions to both fundamental and applied problems, covering a wide range of topics, including the state-of-the-art in natural rubber composites and nanocomposites, emerging challenges and opportunities, and detailed descriptions of various natural rubber-based composites and nanocomposites. Through expert insights and real-world case studies, the chapters will provide an up-to-date look at recent major innovations in this field.
Readers will find the volume:
• Serves as a one-stop reference for natural rubber-based composites, blends, and nanocomposites;
• Encompasses a large scope, including natural rubber-bamboo composites, natural rubber-bio-nanocomposites, biodegradation of natural rubber and its composites, and nanocomposites;
• Includes chapters on natural rubber recycling; the use of green additives in eco-friendly compounds based on natural rubber; and radiative protective qualities of natural rubber based polymer composites;
• Explores the applications helping researchers find solutions to both fundamental and applied problems in the area of natural rubber-based nanocomposites.
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This book summarizes recent research accomplishments in the area of natural rubber nanocomposites, serving as a comprehensive reference for academics and professionals working to research and develop this growing field. Its application-oriented approach explores solutions to both fundamental and applied problems, covering a wide range of topics, including the state-of-the-art in natural rubber composites and nanocomposites, emerging challenges and opportunities, and detailed descriptions of various natural rubber-based composites and nanocomposites. Through expert insights and real-world case studies, the chapters will provide an up-to-date look at recent major innovations in this field.
Readers will find the volume:
• Serves as a one-stop reference for natural rubber-based composites, blends, and nanocomposites;
• Encompasses a large scope, including natural rubber-bamboo composites, natural rubber-bio-nanocomposites, biodegradation of natural rubber and its composites, and nanocomposites;
• Includes chapters on natural rubber recycling; the use of green additives in eco-friendly compounds based on natural rubber; and radiative protective qualities of natural rubber based polymer composites;
• Explores the applications helping researchers find solutions to both fundamental and applied problems in the area of natural rubber-based nanocomposites.
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Author / Editor Details
Visakh P.M., PhD works in the Natural Bioactive Materials Laboratory, Department of Bioengineering, Ege University, Bornova/Izmir, Turkey. He has published 45 books, 22 research articles, four reviews, and more than 50 book chapters. His areas of research include polymer sciences, polymer nanocomposites, material sciences, bionanocomposites, and rubber-based nanocomposites.
Visakh P.M., PhD works in the Natural Bioactive Materials Laboratory, Department of Bioengineering, Ege University, Bornova/Izmir, Turkey. He has published 45 books, 22 research articles, four reviews, and more than 50 book chapters. His areas of research include polymer sciences, polymer nanocomposites, material sciences, bionanocomposites, and rubber-based nanocomposites.
Shiv Kumari Panda, PhD is an assistant professor at the Udayanath Autonomous College of Science and Technology, Cuttack, Odisha, India . She has edited ten books and written several research articles for international journals. Her research focuses on material characterization, polymerization, and nanomaterials.
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Table of Contents
Preface
1. Natural Rubber Composites and Nanocomposites: State-of-the-Art, New Challenges, and Opportunities
Visakh. P.M. and Shiv Kumari Panda
1.1 Natural Rubber–Bamboo Composites for Noise Control Applications
1.2 Natural Rubber-Based Bio-Composites and Bio-Nanocomposites
1.3 Mechanical, Dynamical/Mechanical, Electrical, and Thermal Properties of Natural Rubber‑Carbon Nanotube Nanocomposites and their Applications
1.4 Biodegradation of Natural Rubber and their Composites and Nanocomposites
1.5 Radiative Protective Qualities of Natural Rubber‑Based Polymer Composites
1.6 The Use of Green Additives in Eco-Friendly Compounds Based on Natural Rubber
1.7 Natural Rubber Recycling: Advances, Limitations, and Applications
1.8 The Elastocaloric Effect of Natural Rubber
1.9 Natural Rubber-Based Composites and Nanocomposites
References
2. Natural Rubber-Bamboo Composites for Noise Control Applications
Samuel Eshorame Sanni, Denen Ashiekaa Vershima, Rotimi Emmanuel Sadiku, Babalola Aisosa Oni and Emeka Emmanuel Okoro
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Natural Rubber-Bamboo Composites: Preparation
2.3 Natural Bamboo Composite Characterization
2.3.1 Preparation of Natural Rubber
2.3.2 Uses of Rubber
2.4 Natural Rubber-Bamboo Composites: Noise Control Applications
2.5 Conclusions
Acknowledgment
References
3. Natural Rubber-Based Bio-Composites and Bio-Nanocomposites
Jabulani I. Mnyango, Mandla V. Khumalo and Shanganyane P. Hlangothi
3.1 Introduction
3.1.1 Natural Fibers
3.1.2 Natural Rubber
3.2 Natural Rubber-Based Bio-Composites
3.3 Natural Rubber-Based Bio-Nanocomposites
3.3.1 Nanocomposites Definition
3.3.2 NR–Biopolymer-Based Nanocomposites
3.3.3 NR–Cellulose Nanocomposites
3.3.4 NR–Lignin Nanocomposites
3.3.5 NR–Chitin Nanocomposites
3.4 Conclusion and Future Perspectives
Acknowledgments
References
4. Mechanical/Dynamical Mechanical, Thermal and Electrical Properties of Natural Rubber-Carbon Nanotube Nanocomposites and their Applications
Saheli Roy and Suneel Kumar Srivastava
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Processing Techniques of NR/CNT Nanocomposites
4.3 Carbon Nanotubes (CNTs), their Functionalization, and Dispersion
4.4 Properties of NR/CNT Nanocomposites
4.4.1 Mechanical Properties
4.4.2 Dynamic Mechanical Properties
4.4.3 Electrical Properties
4.4.4 Thermal Stability Behavior and Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) Analysis
4.5 Application of NR/CNT Nanocomposites
4.6 Conclusion
Acknowledgement
References
5. Biodegradation of Natural Rubber and their Composites and Nanocomposites
Samuel Eshorame Sanni, Praise Uma, Denen Ashiekaa Vershima, Rotimi Emmanuel Sadiku, Babalola Aisosa Oni and Emeka Emmanuel Okoro
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Biodegradation
5.3 Natural Rubber Composites and Nanocomposites
5.3.1 Carbon Black
5.3.2 Silica
5.3.3 Calcium Carbonate
5.3.4 Bio-Based Fillers
5.3.5 Carbon Nanotubes
5.3.6 Starch Nanocrystals
5.3.7 Nanocellulose
5.4 Biodegradation of Natural Rubber and its Composites and Nanocomposites
5.5 Conclusions
References
6. Radiative Protective Qualities of Natural Rubber Based Polymer Composites
M. R. Ambika, N. Nagaiah and M. B. Karthik Kumar
6.1 Introduction
6.1.1 Interaction of Nuclear Radiations with Matter
6.1.2 Interaction of Heavy Charged Particles with Matter
6.1.3 Interaction of Fast Electrons with Matter
6.1.4 Interaction of Neutrons with Matter
6.1.5 Interaction of Gamma Photons with Matter
6.2 Effects of Ionizing Radiations
6.3 Radiation Protection
6.3.1 Shielding of Alpha Particles
6.3.2 Shielding of Beta Particles
6.3.3 Shielding of Neutrons
6.3.4 Shielding of Protons and Heavy Ions
6.3.5 Shielding of Gamma Photons
6.3.6 Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Shielding
6.3.6.1 Electromagnetic Interference Shielding Mechanism
6.4 EMI Shielding Materials
6.5 Gamma Ray Shielding Materials
6.5.1 NR Composites with Metals as Fillers
6.5.2 NR Composites with Metal Oxides as Fillers
6.6 Applications of Shielding Materials
6.6.1 EMI Shielding Materials
6.6.1.1 Electronics and Telecommunication
6.6.1.2 Military/Defense and Aerospace
6.6.1.3 Medical Applications
6.6.2 Gamma Ray Shielding Materials
6.6.2.1 Medical Applications
6.6.2.2 Industrial Applications
6.6.2.3 Agriculture
6.6.2.4 Space Applications
6.7 Conclusions
References
7. The Use of Green Additives in Eco-Friendly Compounds Based on Natural Rubber
Aline Zanchet and Fabiula Danielli Bastos de Sousa
7.1 Introduction
7.2 The Use of Oils in Elastomeric Compounds
7.3 Plasticizers
7.4 Lubricants
7.5 Lubrication Mechanisms
7.6 Plasticizers and/or Alternative Lubricants
7.7 The Use of Fillers in Elastomeric Compounds
7.8 The Use of Other Additives in Elastomeric Compounds
7.9 Conclusions
References
8. Natural Rubber Recycling: Advances, Limitations, and Applications
Fabiula Danielli Bastos de Sousa and Aline Zanchet
8.1 Introduction and General Aspects
8.2 Levels of Vulcanized Rubber Recycling
8.3 Devulcanization
8.4 Conclusions
References
9. Green Development of Natural Rubber-Based Biocomposites
Azura A. Rashid and Norfatirah Muhamad Sarih
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Biodegradation
9.2.1 Biodegradation Polymer Overview
9.2.2 Natural Rubber (NR) Biodegradation
9.2.2.1 Microorganisms Involved in the Degradation of NR
9.2.3 Analysis of NR Degradation
9.3 Biodegradation of Natural Rubber and Their Composites
9.3.1 Biodegradation of NR/Cellulose Composite
9.3.2 Biodegradation of NR/Starch Composite
9.3.3 Biodegradation of NR with other Natural Fibers
9.4 Biodegradation of NR and their Nanocomposites
9.4.1 Biodegradation of NR/Nanocellulose Composite
9.4.2 Biodegradation of NR/Starch Nanocrystal Composite
9.5 Conclusions
References
Index
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Preface
1. Natural Rubber Composites and Nanocomposites: State-of-the-Art, New Challenges, and Opportunities
Visakh. P.M. and Shiv Kumari Panda
1.1 Natural Rubber–Bamboo Composites for Noise Control Applications
1.2 Natural Rubber-Based Bio-Composites and Bio-Nanocomposites
1.3 Mechanical, Dynamical/Mechanical, Electrical, and Thermal Properties of Natural Rubber‑Carbon Nanotube Nanocomposites and their Applications
1.4 Biodegradation of Natural Rubber and their Composites and Nanocomposites
1.5 Radiative Protective Qualities of Natural Rubber‑Based Polymer Composites
1.6 The Use of Green Additives in Eco-Friendly Compounds Based on Natural Rubber
1.7 Natural Rubber Recycling: Advances, Limitations, and Applications
1.8 The Elastocaloric Effect of Natural Rubber
1.9 Natural Rubber-Based Composites and Nanocomposites
References
2. Natural Rubber-Bamboo Composites for Noise Control Applications
Samuel Eshorame Sanni, Denen Ashiekaa Vershima, Rotimi Emmanuel Sadiku, Babalola Aisosa Oni and Emeka Emmanuel Okoro
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Natural Rubber-Bamboo Composites: Preparation
2.3 Natural Bamboo Composite Characterization
2.3.1 Preparation of Natural Rubber
2.3.2 Uses of Rubber
2.4 Natural Rubber-Bamboo Composites: Noise Control Applications
2.5 Conclusions
Acknowledgment
References
3. Natural Rubber-Based Bio-Composites and Bio-Nanocomposites
Jabulani I. Mnyango, Mandla V. Khumalo and Shanganyane P. Hlangothi
3.1 Introduction
3.1.1 Natural Fibers
3.1.2 Natural Rubber
3.2 Natural Rubber-Based Bio-Composites
3.3 Natural Rubber-Based Bio-Nanocomposites
3.3.1 Nanocomposites Definition
3.3.2 NR–Biopolymer-Based Nanocomposites
3.3.3 NR–Cellulose Nanocomposites
3.3.4 NR–Lignin Nanocomposites
3.3.5 NR–Chitin Nanocomposites
3.4 Conclusion and Future Perspectives
Acknowledgments
References
4. Mechanical/Dynamical Mechanical, Thermal and Electrical Properties of Natural Rubber-Carbon Nanotube Nanocomposites and their Applications
Saheli Roy and Suneel Kumar Srivastava
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Processing Techniques of NR/CNT Nanocomposites
4.3 Carbon Nanotubes (CNTs), their Functionalization, and Dispersion
4.4 Properties of NR/CNT Nanocomposites
4.4.1 Mechanical Properties
4.4.2 Dynamic Mechanical Properties
4.4.3 Electrical Properties
4.4.4 Thermal Stability Behavior and Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) Analysis
4.5 Application of NR/CNT Nanocomposites
4.6 Conclusion
Acknowledgement
References
5. Biodegradation of Natural Rubber and their Composites and Nanocomposites
Samuel Eshorame Sanni, Praise Uma, Denen Ashiekaa Vershima, Rotimi Emmanuel Sadiku, Babalola Aisosa Oni and Emeka Emmanuel Okoro
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Biodegradation
5.3 Natural Rubber Composites and Nanocomposites
5.3.1 Carbon Black
5.3.2 Silica
5.3.3 Calcium Carbonate
5.3.4 Bio-Based Fillers
5.3.5 Carbon Nanotubes
5.3.6 Starch Nanocrystals
5.3.7 Nanocellulose
5.4 Biodegradation of Natural Rubber and its Composites and Nanocomposites
5.5 Conclusions
References
6. Radiative Protective Qualities of Natural Rubber Based Polymer Composites
M. R. Ambika, N. Nagaiah and M. B. Karthik Kumar
6.1 Introduction
6.1.1 Interaction of Nuclear Radiations with Matter
6.1.2 Interaction of Heavy Charged Particles with Matter
6.1.3 Interaction of Fast Electrons with Matter
6.1.4 Interaction of Neutrons with Matter
6.1.5 Interaction of Gamma Photons with Matter
6.2 Effects of Ionizing Radiations
6.3 Radiation Protection
6.3.1 Shielding of Alpha Particles
6.3.2 Shielding of Beta Particles
6.3.3 Shielding of Neutrons
6.3.4 Shielding of Protons and Heavy Ions
6.3.5 Shielding of Gamma Photons
6.3.6 Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Shielding
6.3.6.1 Electromagnetic Interference Shielding Mechanism
6.4 EMI Shielding Materials
6.5 Gamma Ray Shielding Materials
6.5.1 NR Composites with Metals as Fillers
6.5.2 NR Composites with Metal Oxides as Fillers
6.6 Applications of Shielding Materials
6.6.1 EMI Shielding Materials
6.6.1.1 Electronics and Telecommunication
6.6.1.2 Military/Defense and Aerospace
6.6.1.3 Medical Applications
6.6.2 Gamma Ray Shielding Materials
6.6.2.1 Medical Applications
6.6.2.2 Industrial Applications
6.6.2.3 Agriculture
6.6.2.4 Space Applications
6.7 Conclusions
References
7. The Use of Green Additives in Eco-Friendly Compounds Based on Natural Rubber
Aline Zanchet and Fabiula Danielli Bastos de Sousa
7.1 Introduction
7.2 The Use of Oils in Elastomeric Compounds
7.3 Plasticizers
7.4 Lubricants
7.5 Lubrication Mechanisms
7.6 Plasticizers and/or Alternative Lubricants
7.7 The Use of Fillers in Elastomeric Compounds
7.8 The Use of Other Additives in Elastomeric Compounds
7.9 Conclusions
References
8. Natural Rubber Recycling: Advances, Limitations, and Applications
Fabiula Danielli Bastos de Sousa and Aline Zanchet
8.1 Introduction and General Aspects
8.2 Levels of Vulcanized Rubber Recycling
8.3 Devulcanization
8.4 Conclusions
References
9. Green Development of Natural Rubber-Based Biocomposites
Azura A. Rashid and Norfatirah Muhamad Sarih
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Biodegradation
9.2.1 Biodegradation Polymer Overview
9.2.2 Natural Rubber (NR) Biodegradation
9.2.2.1 Microorganisms Involved in the Degradation of NR
9.2.3 Analysis of NR Degradation
9.3 Biodegradation of Natural Rubber and Their Composites
9.3.1 Biodegradation of NR/Cellulose Composite
9.3.2 Biodegradation of NR/Starch Composite
9.3.3 Biodegradation of NR with other Natural Fibers
9.4 Biodegradation of NR and their Nanocomposites
9.4.1 Biodegradation of NR/Nanocellulose Composite
9.4.2 Biodegradation of NR/Starch Nanocrystal Composite
9.5 Conclusions
References
Index
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