Structural Composite Materials: Fabrication, Properties, Applications and Challenges

This book covers topics related to structural composite materials such as processing, characterization, applications and challenges. The book presents ways of processing composites, where different types of composites can be processed depending on the type of reinforcement and matrix. It also outlines the evaluation of mechanical properties of a few processed composites and discusses the potential applications of composites and machining challenges faced in processing polymer and ceramic composites. The book caters to material scientists, industrial practitioners, researchers and students working on structural composite materials.

Satish Babu Boppana is Professor and Head of the Department at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, School of Engineering, Presidency University, Bangalore, India. He has completed his Ph.D. from V.T.U, Belgaum, in the field of composites. He has a teaching experience of 20 years. His field of research includes processing and characterization of metal matrix composites, wear behavior of composites and corrosion studies. His specialization in M.Tech. is in the field of Production Technology, and he was awarded third rank by the University during his Post Graduation. He has successfully guided 1 Ph.D. research scholar and presently guiding 6 research scholars for their Ph.D. He has published around 40 research papers in Journals/Conferences. He is associated with professional bodies like Indian Institute of Metals, Institution of Engineers (India), Indian Society for Technical Education, Tribology Society of India and Indian Ceramic Society.

Ramachandra C G is Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Presidency University, Bengaluru, India. He obtained his Ph.D. from Sri Jayachamarajendra College of Engineering, Mysuru, M.Tech. (Maintenance Engineering) from Sri Jayachamarajendra College of Engineering, Mysuru, and B.E (Mechanical Engineering) from P.E.S College of Engineering, Mandya. He is an Academic Professional with 24 years of experience in Academic & Training, Research & Development, Industry and Academic Administration. He has contributed over 200 papers in international and national journals and conferences, 12 book chapters and authored 17 books. He has guided 06 Ph.Ds., over 25 postgraduate students and many undergraduate students. His current research interests are cutting tool tribology, metal matrix composites, total productive maintenance, lean manufacturing, etc. He has received 16 Academic Excellence Awards from the national/international professional bodies. He is also Editorial/Reviewer Board Member for various reputed international journals. He is Active Member of Global Executive Committee, International Scientific Committee, Advisory Committee and Organizing Committee for various international conferences and attended many international/national conferences and Faculty Development Programs as Guest, Guest of Honor, Jury Member, Session Chairperson, Speaker, etc. He is associated with 29 national/international professional bodies like IEEE, IE, ISTE, etc.

K. Palanikumar is Professor and Principal at Sri Sai Ram Institute of Technology, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. He is involved in Teaching, Research, Development and Innovations in the field of higher technical education. He is a world top 2% researcher on materials compiled by Stanford University. He has published more than 250 papers in reputed journals having Google Scholar h-index of 59 and a citation of more than 12000. He has received many funded projects for the institution. He has received Best Researcher Award from ISTE andWorld Top 1% Reviewer Award from PUBLONS by Web of Science.  He is the recipient of AICTE-Visvesvaraya Best Teacher Award from Ministry of Education, Govt. of India.  He has implemented renewable energy sources and drip irrigation process through Swatch Bharath.  He has guided his students to participate in various go green initiatives, National and International competitions. He executed the SDG goals with academics curricular and co-curricular activities. His field of interest are: Composite materials; machining; application of AI tools; machine learning and sustainability.

Ramesh Sengottuvelu is Professor and Principal of Jerusalem College of Engineering, Chennai. He served previously as Professor and Head of Mechanical Engineering Department, Presidency University, Bengaluru, India. Though he was hailing from a rural village in southern part of India, he has obtained utmost degree of Ph.D. from Anna University, Chennai with his hard work, dedication, andsincerity. With his specialization in Production and Manufacturing Engineering, he has served in higher learning institutions for about 30+ years. His has extended his teaching service in Mekelle University, Ethopia, Sultanate of Oman for Salalah College of Technology, Oman for some countable years. He was awarded as the Best Administrator from Dr Kalam Educational Trust, Chennai in 2016.  He has produced 13 PhD scholars and contributed more than 100 research articles in refereed Scopus/WoS Journals with more than 1700 citations and 19 h-index. He is now supervising 3 PhD scholars in Manufacturing interests.