Reinforced Polymer Matrix Syntactic Foams: Effect of Nano and Micro-Scale Reinforcement (SpringerBriefs in Materials)

Reinforced Syntactic Foams: Effect of Nano and Micro-Scale Reinforcement examines the fabrication processes, mechanism of reinforcement, and structure-property correlations of reinforced syntactic foams. The authors present the state of the art in this field, compare the properties of various types of syntactic foam systems comprising different matrix, hollow particle, and reinforcement materials. The book further identifies theories useful in predicting the properties of reinforced syntactic foams and conducting parametric studies to understand the possibility for tailoring their properties. Front Matter....Pages i-x Introduction....Pages 1-8 Fillers and Reinforcements....Pages 9-17 Processing and Microstructure of Syntactic Foams....Pages 19-24 Tensile Properties....Pages 25-30 Modeling and Simulation....Pages 31-41 Compressive Properties....Pages 43-52 Flexural Properties....Pages 53-57 Fracture Toughness....Pages 59-62 Dynamic Mechanical Properties....Pages 63-68 Summary and Future Challenges....Pages 69-71 Back Matter....Pages 73-80 This book examines the fabrication processes, mechanism of reinforcement, and structure-property correlations of reinforced syntactic foams. It includes validated theoretical models, enabling users to select compositions based on their requirements