Ceramic nanocomposites have been found to have improved hardness, strength, toughness and creep resistance compared to conventional ceramic matrix composites. Ceramic nanocomposites reviews the structure and properties of these nanocomposites as well as manufacturing and applications. Part one looks at the properties of different ceramic nanocomposites. Part two deals with the different types of ceramic nanocomposites. Part three details the processing of nanocomposites whilst part four explores the applications of ceramic nanocomposites in such areas as energy production and the biomedical field.

Key Features: reviews the structure and properties of ceramic nanocomposites as well as their manufacturing and applications; examines properties of different ceramic nanocomposites, as well as failure mechanisms; details the processing of nanocomposites and explores the applications of ceramic nanocomposites in areas such as energy production and the biomedical field.

Contents: Part 1 Properties: Thermal shock resistant and flame retardant ceramic nanocomposites; Magnetic properties of ceramic nanocomposites; Optical properties of ceramic nanocomposites; Failure mechanisms of ceramic nanocomposites; Multiscale modelling of the structure and properties of ceramic nanocomposites. Part 2 Types: Ceramic nanoparticles in metal matrix composites; Carbon nanotube (CNT) reinforced glass and glass-ceramic matrix composites; Ceramic ultra-thin coatings using atomic layer deposition; High-temperature superconducting ceramic nanocomposites; Nanofluids including ceramic and other nanoparticles: Applications and rheological properties; Nanofluids including ceramic and other nanoparticles: Synthesis and thermal properties. Part 3 Processing: Mechanochemical synthesis of metallic-ceramic composite powders; Sintering of ultrafine and nanosized ceramic and metallic particles; Surface treatment of carbon nanotubes using plasma technology. Part 4 Applications: Ceramic nanocomposites for energy storage and power generation; Biomedical applications of ceramic nanocomposites; Synthetic biopolymer/layered silicate nanocomposites for tissue engineering scaffolds.

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