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Introduction to Metallic Foams

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An Insight Into Metal Based Foams

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In this chapter, metal foams are introduced and fundamentally described. Their unique structure and properties which made them different from conventional materials are introduced. For enhancing their appreciation, this chapter systematically and chronologically summarizes the origin and history of metal foams highlighting the efforts of researchers from prehistoric to modern times. The differentiation of metal foams when compared to conventional materials is highlighted. Different manufacturing methods to develop metal foams are described while simultaneously highlighting the need of optimizing the processing parameters. Finally, their applications originating due to their unique physical and mechanical properties in various industrial sectors are described succinctly.

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Rajak, D.K., Gupta, M. (2020). Introduction to Metallic Foams. In: An Insight Into Metal Based Foams. Advanced Structured Materials, vol 145. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-9069-6_1

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