Natural Rubber Composites and Nanocomposites

The technology of natural rubber composites and nanocomposites is a versatile branch of materials science with several new prospects arising day to day. This family of composites is a structural material of high importance in the 21 century. The fast growing rubber industry is supported by research and development activities in a number of university research laboratories. 

This book focuses on the synthesis and characterization of natural rubber composites and nanocomposites, the interaction between reinforcing agents and the rubber matrix and their effect on different properties. The reinforcing effect of traditional fillers in micro range and the effectiveness of these nanofillers are discussed. This book on natural rubber and nano composites comprises of the most recent research activities that will, unquestionably, be a vital reference book for scientists in both the academic and industrial sectors, as well as for individuals who are interested in natural rubber materials. 

This is Volume 2 of Natural Rubber Materials and it covers natural rubber-based composites and nanocomposites in 27 chapters. It focuses on the different types of fillers, the filler matrix reinforcement mechanisms, manufacturing techniques, and applications of natural rubber-based composites and nanocomposites. The first 4 chapters deal with the present state of art and manufacturing methods of natural rubber materials. Two of these chapters explain the theory of reinforcement and the various reinforcing nanofillers in natural rubber. Chapters 5 to 19 detail the natural rubber composites and nanocomposites with various fillers sueh as siliea, glass fibre, metal oxides, carbon black, clay, POSS and natural fibres ete. Chapters 20-26 discuss the major characterisation techniques and the final ehapter covers the applications of natural rubber composites and nanoeomposites. By covering recent developments as well as the future uses of rubber, this volume will be a standard reference for scientists and researchers in the field of polymer chemistry for many years to come. 

Preparation and Properties of Natural Rubber Composites and Nanocomposites... 

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