Innovative Developments of Advanced Multifunctional Nanocomposites in Civil and Structural Engineering (Woodhead Publishing Series in Civil and Structural Engineering)

__Innovative Developments of Advanced Multifunctional Nanocomposites in Civil and Structural Engineering__ focuses on nanotechnology, the innovation and control of materials at 100 nm or smaller length scales, and how they have revolutionized almost all of the various disciplines of science and engineering study. In particular, advances in synthesizing, imaging, and manipulating materials at the nano-scale have provided engineers with a broader array of materials and tools for creating high-performance devices. Nanomaterials possess drastically different properties than those of their bulk counterparts mainly because of their high surface-to-mass ratios and high surface energies/reactivity. For instance, carbon nanotubes have been shown to possess impressive mechanical strength, stiffness, and electrical conductivity superior to that of bulk carbon. Whilst nanotechnology has become deeply rooted in electrical, chemical, and materials engineering disciplines, its proliferation into civil engineering did not begin until fairly recently. This book covers that proliferation and the main challenges associated with the integration of nanomaterials and nano-scale design principles into civil and structural engineering. * Examines nanotechnology and its application to not only structural engineering, but also transportation, new infrastructure materials, and the applications of nanotechnology to existing structural systems * Focuses on how nanomaterials can provide enhanced sensing capabilities and mechanical reinforcement of the original structural material * Analyzes experimental and computational work carried out by world-renowned researchers As the environmental impact of existing construction and building materials comes under increasing scrutiny, the search for more eco-efficient solutions has intensified. Nanotechnology offers great potential in this area and is already being widely used to great success. Nanotechnology in eco-efficient construction is an authoritative guide to the role of nanotechnology in the development of eco-efficient construction materials and sustainable construction.

Following an introduction to the use of nanotechnology in eco-efficient construction materials, part one considers such infrastructural applications as nanoengineered cement-based materials, nanoparticles for high-performance and self-sensing concrete, and the use of nanotechnology to improve the bulk and surface properties of steel for structural applications. Nanoclay-modified asphalt mixtures and safety issues relating to nanomaterials for construction applications are also reviewed before part two goes on to discuss applications for building energy efficiency. Topics explored include thin films and nanostructured coatings, switchable glazing technology and third generation photovoltaic (PV) cells, high-performance thermal insulation materials, and silica nanogel for energy-efficient windows. Finally, photocatalytic applications are the focus of part three, which investigates nanoparticles for pollution control, self-cleaning and photosterilisation, and the role of nanotechnology in manufacturing paints and purifying water for eco-efficient buildings.

Nanotechnology in eco-efficient construction is a technical guide for all those involved in the design, production and application of eco-efficient construction materials, including civil engineers, materials scientists, researchers and architects within any field of nanotechnology, eco-efficient materials or the construction industry.

• Provides an authoritative guide to the role of nanotechnology in the development of eco-efficient construction materials and sustainable construction
• Examines the use of nanotechnology in eco-efficient construction materials
• Considers a range of important infrastructural applications, before discussing applications for building energy efficiency

Content: Related titles,Front Matter,Copyright,List of contributors,Woodhead Publishing Series in Civil and Structural EngineeringEntitled to full text1 - Introduction to advanced nanocomposites in civil, structural, and construction engineering, Pages 1-5, Kenneth J. Loh, Satish Nagarajaiah 2 - Development of carbon nanofiber aggregate for concrete strain monitoring, Pages 9-45, Rachel Howser Roberts, Yi-Lung Mo 3 - Carbon nanofibers in cement composites: Mechanical reinforcement, Pages 47-58, Nur Yazdani, Ellie Brown 4 - Self-sensing of nano-carbon black concrete, Pages 59-78, Huigang Xiao, Hui Li, Jinping Ou 5 - Hybrid cementitious materials: Nanoscale modeling and characterization, Pages 79-96, Rouzbeh Shahsavari, Navid Sakhavand 6 - Smart cement paste with carbon nanotubes, Pages 97-120, Filippo Ubertini, Simon Laflamme, Antonella D'Alessandro 7 - Tomographic imaging of cementitious materials, Pages 121-149, Tsung-Chin Hou 8 - Nano carbon material–filled cementitious composites: Fabrication, properties, and application, Pages 153-181, Baoguo Han, Shengwei Sun, Siqi Ding, Liqing Zhang, Sufen Dong, Xun Yu 9 - Nanoclay modified asphalt, Pages 183-216, Hui Yao, Zhanping You 10 - Mechanical and environmental resistance of nanoparticle-reinforced pavement materials, Pages 217-246, Ning Xie 11 - The self-heating carbon nanofiber polymer composite and its applications in deicing and snow thawing of pavement, Pages 247-277, Hui Li, Qiangqiang Zhang, Huigang Xiao 12 - Sensing sheets based on large-area electronics and integrated circuits, Pages 281-302, Branko Glisic, Naveen Verma 13 - Strain sensing and structural health monitoring using nanofilms and nanocomposites, Pages 303-326, Bo Mi Lee, Sumit Gupta, Kenneth J. Loh, Satish Nagarajaiah 14 - In situ sensing in glass fiber-reinforced polymer composites via embedded carbon nanotube thin films, Pages 327-352, Bryan R. Loyola 15 - Strain-sensing smart skin: A noncontact optical strain sensor using single-walled carbon nanotubes, Pages 353-375, Satish Nagarajaiah, R. Bruce Weisman, Peng Sun, Sergei M. Bachilo, Yongchao Yang 16 - Future trends and directions, Pages 377-378, Kenneth J. Loh, Satish Nagarajaiah Index, Pages 379-387 As the environmental impact of existing construction and building materials comes under increasing scrutiny, the search for more eco-efficient solutions has intensified. Nanotechnology offers great potential in this area and has already been widely used with great success. Nanotechnology in eco-efficient construction is an authoritative guide to the role of nanotechnology in the development of eco-efficient construction materials and sustainable construction. Following an introduction to the use of nanotechnology in eco-efficient construction materials, Part I considers such infrastructural applications as nanoengineered cement-based materials, nanoparticles for high-performance and self-sensing concrete, and the use of nanotechnology to improve the bulk and surface properties of steel for structural applications. Nanoclay-modified asphalt mixtures and safety issues relating to nanomaterials for construction applications are also reviewed before Part II goes on to discuss applications for building energy efficiency. Topics explored include thin films and nanostructured coatings, switchable glazing technology and third generation photovoltaic (PV) cells, high-performance thermal insulation materials, and silica nanogel for energy-efficient windows. Finally, photocatalytic applications are the focus of Part III, which investigates-nanoparticles for pollution control, self-cleaning and photosterilisation, and the role of nanotechonology in manufacturing paints and purify water for eco-efficient buildings. Nanotechnology in eco-efficient construction is a technical guide for all those involved in the design, production and application of eco-efficient construction materials, including civil engineers, materials scientists, researchers and architects within any field of nanotechnology, eco-efficient materials or the construction industry. Book jacket As the environmental impact of existing construction and building materials comes under increasing scrutiny, the search for more eco-efficient solutions has intensified. Nanotechnology offers great potential in this area and is already being widely used to great success. Nanotechnology in eco-efficient construction is an authoritative guide to the role of nanotechnology in the development of eco-efficient construction materials and sustainable construction. Following an introduction to the use of nanotechnology in eco-efficient construction materials, part one considers such infrastructural applications as nanoengineered cement-based materials, nanoparticles for high-performance and self-sensing concrete, and the use of nanotechnology to improve the bulk and surface properties of steel for structural applications. Nanoclay-modified asphalt mixtures and safety issues relating to nanomaterials for construction applications are also reviewed before part two goes on to discuss applications for building energy efficiency. Topics explored include thin films and nanostructured coatings, switchable glazing technology and third generation photovoltaic (PV) cells, high-performance thermal insulation materials, and silica nanogel for energy-efficient windows. Finally, photocatalytic applications are the focus of part three, which investigates nanoparticles for pollution control, self-cleaning and photosterilisation, and the role of nanotechnology in manufacturing paints and purifying water for eco-efficient buildings. Nanotechnology in eco-efficient construction is a technical guide for all those involved in the design, production and application of eco-efficient construction materials, including civil engineers, materials scientists, researchers and architects within any field of nanotechnology, eco-efficient materials or the construction industry.

Innovative Developments of Advanced Multifunctional Nanocomposites in Civil and Structural Engineering focuses on nanotechnology, the innovation and control of materials at 100 nm or smaller length scales, and how they have revolutionized almost all of the various disciplines of science and engineering study.

In particular, advances in synthesizing, imaging, and manipulating materials at the nano-scale have provided engineers with a broader array of materials and tools for creating high-performance devices. Nanomaterials possess drastically different properties than those of their bulk counterparts mainly because of their high surface-to-mass ratios and high surface energies/reactivity. For instance, carbon nanotubes have been shown to possess impressive mechanical strength, stiffness, and electrical conductivity superior to that of bulk carbon.

Whilst nanotechnology has become deeply rooted in electrical, chemical, and materials engineering disciplines, its proliferation into civil engineering did not begin until fairly recently. This book covers that proliferation and the main challenges associated with the integration of nanomaterials and nano-scale design principles into civil and structural engineering.

• Examines nanotechnology and its application to not only structural engineering, but also transportation, new infrastructure materials, and the applications of nanotechnology to existing structural systems

• Focuses on how nanomaterials can provide enhanced sensing capabilities and mechanical reinforcement of the original structural material

• Analyzes experimental and computational work carried out by world-renowned researchers

Annotation As the environmental impact of existing construction and building materials comes under increasing scrutiny, the search for more eco-efficient solutions has intensified. Nanotechnology offers great potential in this area and is already being widely used to great success. This book is an authoritative guide to the role of nanotechnology in the development of eco-efficient construction materials and sustainable construction. Following an introduction to the use of nanotechnology in eco-efficient construction materials, part one considers such infrastructural applications as nanoengineered cement-based materials, nanoparticles for high-performance and self-sensing concrete, the use of nanotechnology to improve the bulk and surface properties of steel for structural applications and nanoclay-modified asphalt mixtures and safety issues relating to nanomaterials for construction applications. Part two discusses applications for building energy efficiency, including thin films and nanostructured coatings, switchable glazing technology and third generation photovoltaic (PV) cells, high-performance thermal insulation materials, and silica nanogel for energy-efficient windows. The focus of part is photocatalytic applications; chapters investigate nanoparticles for pollution control, self-cleaning and photosterilization and the role of nanotechnology in manufacturing paints and purifying water for eco-efficient buildings Nanotechnology is revolutionising the world of materials. This important book reviews its impact in developing a new generation of textile fibers with enhanced functionality and a wide range of applications. The first part of the book reviews nanofiber production, discussing how different fiber types can be produced using electrospinning techniques. Part two analyses the production and properties of carbon nanotubes and polymer nanocomposites and their applications in such areas as aerospace engineering. The third part of the book considers ways of using nanotechnology to improve polymer properties such as thermal stability and dyeability. The final part of the book reviews the use of nanotechnology to modify textile surfaces, including the use of coatings and films, in order to improve hydrophobic, filtration and other properties.

Nanofibers and nanotechnology in textiles is a valuable reference in assessing and using a new generation of textile fibers in applications as diverse as tissue and aerospace engineering.

• Nanotechnology is revolutionising the world of materials
• Learn about a new generation of textile fibers that have a wide range of applications
• Examines how to improve polymer properties

Nanoscience and nanoengineering of cement-based materials Nanoparticles for high performance concrete (HPC) Self-sensing concrete with nanomaterials The use of nanotechnology to improve the bulk and surface properties of steel for structural applications Nanoclay-modified asphalt mixtures for eco-efficient construction Safety issues relating to nanomaterials for construction applications Thin films and nanostructured coatings for eco-efficient buildings High performance thermal insulation materials for buildings Silica nanogel for energy-efficient windows Switchable glazing technology for eco-efficient construction Third generation photovoltaic (PV) cells for eco-efficient buildings and other applications Concrete, mortar and plaster using titanium dioxide nanoparticles : applications in pollution control, self-cleaning and photo sterilization Self-cleaning tiles and glasses for eco-efficient buildings Nanotechnology in manufacturing paints for eco-efficient buildings Nanotechnology for domestiv water purification. Nanotechnology is revolutionising the world of materials. This important book reviews methods of nanofiber production, discusses the nanofabrication of carbon nanotubes and nanocomposites for particular high performance applications, and analyses nanocoatings and surface modification techniques