Preface

Smart polymeric nanocomposites have attracted the attention of both scientists and researchers for the last few decades as they confer the materials with virtuous processability and sensitivity towards many external stimuli such as light, temperature, pH, electrolyte concentration, magnetic field, etc. In the dynamic landscape of materials science, the field of smart polymeric nanocomposites stands at the forefront of innovation, offering a spectrum of possibilities that outdo traditional material boundaries. These smart polymer nanocomposites find applicability in a wide range of applications such as sensors and actuators, drug delivery, self-healing structural material, smart textiles, smart electronics, aerospace applications, etc.

This book provides a broad updated survey and information on major categories of smart polymeric nanocomposites such as self-repairing materials, shape-memory materials, stimuli-responsive materials, etc. Synthetic routs and applications of all these materials are discussed. The essence of this book is centered on its dedication to encouraging inventive methods in tailoring polymeric nanocomposites to meet the characteristic requirements of cutting-edge applications. From the fields of biomedicine and wastewater treatment to the forefront of self-healing materials, food packaging, sensing technologies, and drug delivery systems, the book reveals a wide range of opportunities where intelligent polymeric materials take on a crucial role.

This book is a culmination of the collective expertise of scholars and experts from around the globe, exploring the fundamental principles that strengthen the design and utilization of smart polymeric nanocomposites. We are highly grateful to all contributing authors/ coauthors who contributed to this book and made our journey successful. We are also grateful to the Bentham Science Publication and its support team for helping us during the completion of this book.