Adhesion : Current research & applications

By providing a comprehensive survey of the latest research and development in the area of adhesion, this book describes all purposes of its application, including microtechnology, interphases, medicine, biotechnology, surface treatment and engineering. A multidisciplinary guide to the applications, research and advanced technologies of adhesion.

Fundamentals of adhesion and interphases. Modeling and simulation of interfaces and interphases. New chemistry for Adhesives. Bio-adhesion. Surface treatment and chemistry of surfaces. Surface energetics. Ageing mechanisms and durability. Advanced adhesive technologis and applications as in microelectronics and technology, medicine. Non-destructive evaluation of adhesive joints. Recycling and ecology.