Fire-Resistant Nature-Derived Composite Materials for Industrial Applications presents the latest advances in this important field. The book provides an in-depth understanding of the materials, their properties including both fire resistance and structural integrity, and their industrial applications, including compliance guidelines and safety regulations. The detailed case study examples of successful implementation in industry will bridge the gap between theory and practice. The book will be a valuable reference resource for academic and industrial researchers, as well as materials scientists and engineers who need to keep updated on the latest advances and technologies in fire-resistant composite materials.
1. 1. An introduction to fire-resistant materials - p. 1 2. 2. Fire resistance standards and testing methods - p. 23 3. 3. Fire-resistant plant fiber-based composites - p. 33 4. 4. Fire-resistant animal fiber-based composites - p. 55 5. 5. Fire-resistant filler-based fiber composites - p. 81 6. 6. Fire resistance behavior of functional composite materials - p. 105 7. 7. Cellulose-based and paper-based composites for fire-resistant applications - p. 129 8. 8. Aerogel-based composites for fire-resistant applications - p. 153 9. 9. Industrial case studies, challenges, and future perspectives - p. 177 10. Index - p. 187
Fire-Resistant Nature-Derived Composite Materials for Industrial Applications presents the latest advances in this important field. The book provides an in-depth understanding of the materials, their properties including both fire resistance and structural integrity, and their industrial applications, including compliance guidelines and safety regulations. The detailed case study examples of successful implementation in industry will bridge the gap between theory and practice. The book will be a valuable reference resource for academic and industrial researchers, as well as materials scientists and engineers who need to keep updated on the latest advances and technologies in fire-resistant composite materials.
1. 1. An introduction to fire-resistant materials - p. 1 2. 2. Fire resistance standards and testing methods - p. 23 3. 3. Fire-resistant plant fiber-based composites - p. 33 4. 4. Fire-resistant animal fiber-based composites - p. 55 5. 5. Fire-resistant filler-based fiber composites - p. 81 6. 6. Fire resistance behavior of functional composite materials - p. 105 7. 7. Cellulose-based and paper-based composites for fire-resistant applications - p. 129 8. 8. Aerogel-based composites for fire-resistant applications - p. 153 9. 9. Industrial case studies, challenges, and future perspectives - p. 177 10. Index - p. 187
