Microwave Claddings presents an effective approach for improving the surface properties of materials, providing distinct advantages compared to conventional procedures like flame spraying or arc welding. It explains how composites, metals, ceramics, and polymers can be coated with microwave cladding to improve resistance to corrosion, durability, and strength.

Exploring this promising application of microwave technology, the book demonstrates its usage in various industries, including automotive, aerospace, and oil and gas, due to its capacity to accurately regulate heat input, reduce distortion, and attain exceptional metallurgical bonding. It discusses the mechanics of microwave heating, cladding processes and materials, computational modelling, and quality control methods. The book includes practical case studies and the critical factors that impact microwave cladding, including substrate material, power level, frequency, and particle feed rate.

The book will interest engineering students and researchers studying tribology, cladding and microwave technology, and manufacturing.

About the Author

Dr. Sarbjeet Kaushal is an Associate Professor and Assistant Director in Lovely Professional University, Jalandhar, India. He received his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala, India. His research interests include sustainable manufacturing, surface engineering, microwave processing of materials, tribology of composite materials, and advanced manufacturing processes. Dr. Kaushal has published more than 50 papers in referred journals including 28 SCI/SCIE indexed journals. He has organized several seminars, workshops, and conferences at both national and international level. He has also published two books. He is the reviewer of several peer-reviewed journals such as Vacuum, International Journal of Metal Castings, and Journal of Engineering Manufacture.

Book Information
ISBN 9781032936550
Author Sarbjeet Kaushal
Format Hardback
Page Count 184
Imprint CRC Press
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd