Nanoindentation of Natural Materials: Hierarchical and Functionally Graded Microstructures provides a systematic introduction and review of state-of-the-art statistical hierarchical and functionally graded structures found in bone, teeth, hair, and scales, from a nanoindentation perspective, including detailed microstructure and composition.It covers the basics of hierarchical and functionally graded structures and nanoindentation techniques and detailed discussion with correlation...

Understanding the Basics of Nanoindentation and Why It Is ImportantContact damage induced brittle fracture is a common problem in the field of brittle solids. In the case of both glass and ceramics-and as it relates to both natural and artificial bio-materials-it has triggered the need for improved fabrication technology and new product development

This book encompasses the selected proceedings of 18th edition of ISAMPE National Conference on Composites (INCCOM-18). The book covers outstanding research work in the areas of synthesis and processing of composites, composites tooling, physical, chemical & mechanical characterization, structural testing and certification of composites, non-destructive testing & analysis, fatigue & fracture of composites, composite manufacturing techniques, FEM in design of composites, repair and recyclin...