Microwave Energy and Biomaterials
€204.90
Product Information
| ISBN | 9789819540044 |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Springer Verlag, Singapore |
| Format | Hardcover |
| Number of pages | 201 |
| Weight (kg) | 0.454 |
| Publishing Date | 17/04/2026 |
| Price (excl. tax) | €193.30 |
| Tax | €11.60 |
| Price (incl. tax) | €204.90 |
| Availability | 1 unit in external warehouse |
Product Description
"This book offers a comprehensive overview of microwave energy in the processing of biomaterials, highlighting its advantages over conventional methods such as rapid and uniform heating, energy efficiency, enhanced material properties, and sustainability. Covering a broad spectrum of applications, it introduces microwave-assisted sintering, casting, curing, extrusion, and drug delivery, with insights into their role in advancing biomedical technologies. The chapters explore cutting-edge developments including additive manufacturing combined with microwave sintering for patient-specific implants, microwave casting of titanium alloys for dental applications, polymer-based scaffolds for regenerative medicine, and hybrid composites with superior wear resistance. Emerging applications such as microwave-assisted drug delivery, nanocarrier synthesis, and energy-efficient coatings are also discussed. With contributions from leading experts, this book highlights current challenges, opportunities, and future directions in microwave-assisted processing of biomaterials. It serves as a valuable reference for researchers, academicians, and professionals in biomedical engineering, biomaterials, materials science, and medical device development, offering insights into sustainable innovations shaping next-generation healthcare."