Gehad Hamdy / Ghalia A. Gaber
The various aspects of surface engineering as a revolutionary method to develop functional materials are thoroughly examined in this chapter. The investigation starts with an enlightening introduction that explores the history and importance of surface engineering as well as the motivations research. Surface modification strategies, the next thematic section, explores physical coating and deposition, chemical functionalization, nanoscale engineering, and self-assembly techniques. Particular applications are covered in detail in the following sections. In the field of polymer materials, surface engineering investigates polymer blends, composites, and surface modification. Then comes surface engineering for electronic devices, with an emphasis on semiconductor interfaces, photovoltaic engineering, and electronics applications. Drug delivery, biocompatibility, and surface modification in biomaterials are covered in the section on surface engineering biomedical applications. The conclusion offers a comprehensive view of the importance and promise of surface engineering in influencing the development of advanced materials.
