Betase writes booklets (with a size of approx. 100 pages) to explain ‘difficult subjects’ within materials science and membrane technology in an easy and enthusiastic way. Below, you’ll find a few examples of these booklets.
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An introduction to conductive polymer composites (book)
In order to protect sensitive electronic devices against unwanted electromagnetic interference, normally a shielding material is positioned between the source of the electromagnetic field and the sensitive component.
Conductive polymer composites are among those materials that are able to shield against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and to protect against electrostatic discharge (ESD) in electronic devices. The 176-page book “An introduction to conductive polymer composites” deals with some background and practical aspects of conducting polymer composites for shielding purposes, mainly focussing on technical polymers with carbon nanotube fillers.
This book can be ordered here.
Self healing materials – concept and applications
They appeal to the imagination: materials which are able to heal themselves. Despite the fact that there have already been many examples in nature: wounds that apparently autonomously stop bleeding, or broken bones that heal after some time. The ‘only’ thing that’s necessary is to transfer these tricks from nature to manmade materials.
In 2011, self healing materials are far beyond the science fiction stage. Indeed, the Netherlands is frontrunner in the development of these materials. And that is what this bilingual (both Dutch and English) booklet is about.
iPolyCond conductive polymers (20-page booklet)
In order to protect sensitive electronic devices against unwanted electromagnetic interference, normally a shielding material is positioned between the source of the electromagnetic field and the sensitive component.
iPolyCond conductive polymer composites are among those materials that are able to shield against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and to protect against electrostatic discharge (ESD) in electronic devices. This 20-page accessibly written booklet deals with some background and practical aspects of conductive polymer composites for shielding purposes.
Piezo technology in applications all around us
What is the common denominator in inkjet printers, parking sensors for cars, gas lighters and ultrasound imaging for babies? All these applications make use of piezoelectric materials, which have the capability to convert electrical energy into mechanical energy, and vice versa.
Despite this versatility, ‘piezo materials’ are rather unknown to the public at large. To get acquainted with these materials, an English booklet has been published, focussing on the applications of piezoelectric materials – as well as history, future, the basics behind piezoelectricity and ways of manufacturing devices.
Self-healing in road construction
PAC, short for porous asphalt concrete, is a popular type of asphalt as top layer or wearing course for motorways in The Netherlands. Less hydroplaning, less trouble due to splashing water and also less sound of vehicles roaring over it. But the porous structure of VAC adversely makes the material sensitive to loosening granulate. This phenomenon, known as ravelling, shortens the life span of the top layer – certainly when compared to dense asphalt concrete. This booklet describes the phenomenon ravelling, its causes and possible solutions in the form of self healing asphalt. After all, if the material is able to repair itself, maintenance will be necessary on a lower level, reducing road construction and, hence, traffic jams.
Delft in Materials – Materials in Delft
This booklet gives a look behind the scenes of the research at Delft Centre for Materials (DCMat), at Delft University of Technology. Simply by relating images of the everyday life of Delft and surroundings to the fascinating world of technology, materials and research at DCMat that is hidden behind that ‘everyday life’. To expressly put forward the hidden powers of materials. After all, materials are all around us – and from all times.