Novel Applications of Functionally Graded Materials offers a thorough understanding of the unique characteristics, characterization techniques, and inventive applications of functionally graded materials (FGMs). It covers a wide range of sophisticated functional materials, including metals, composites, polymers, and ceramics, exploring their unique characteristics, and using cutting-edge characterization methods. Detailed examinations of applications in the fields of energy, electronics, biology, and aerospace provide important new insights into the revolutionary potential of these materials across a range of sectors. Features:Cover effects of FGMs on fields including aerospace, automobile, electronics, energy, and medicine. Contains extensive discussions on the leading topics in the study of advanced functional and composite materials, backed by examples. Discusses consumer expectations and environmental sustainability issues related to the production of FGMs. Encompasses wide range of topics such as biomaterials, smart structures, rapid prototyping, and nanofinishing technologies, among many others. Explores how to create new materials with optimized properties and how to use those features to fulfill specific industrial requirements. This book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in materials science and manufacturing.