Nanotechnology for Civil Infrastructure 1st Edition

Nanotechnology for Civil Infrastructure, 1st Edition by Kamal Khayat and Weina Meng brings cutting-edge nanoscale science directly to the practice of civil engineering. This authoritative volume translates complex nanomaterial concepts into practical strategies for enhancing durability, sustainability, and performance of bridges, roads, buildings, and water systems worldwide.

Discover how nanomaterials and nano-enabled technologies—ranging from engineered nanoparticles and nanofibers to self-healing concretes, anti-corrosion coatings, and embedded nanosensors—can extend service life, reduce maintenance costs, and improve safety in urban and rural infrastructure alike. Clear explanations of mechanisms are paired with real-world applications, case studies, and performance metrics that help engineers, researchers, contractors, and infrastructure managers apply innovations confidently in North America, Europe, Asia, and developing regions.

Practical and future-focused, this edition emphasizes lifecycle benefits, environmental impacts, and cost-effectiveness, offering guidance on material selection, design integration, and field implementation. Whether you’re specifying materials for a new project, retrofitting aging structures, or researching next-generation solutions, the book provides the scientific foundation and engineering perspective needed to move from laboratory advances to on-site success.

Readable yet rigorous, Nanotechnology for Civil Infrastructure is ideal for civil engineers, materials scientists, graduate students, and policy makers seeking to future-proof infrastructure systems. Equip yourself with the knowledge to design smarter, stronger, and more resilient structures—order your copy today and lead the next wave of infrastructure innovation.

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