Exploring the chemistry of synthesis, mechanisms of polymerization, reaction engineering of step-growth and chain-growth polymerization, polymer characterization, thermodynamics and structural, mechan
Updated throughout to reflect advances over the last decade, the Fifth Edition continues the handbook’s tradition of authoritative coverage of fundamentals, production methods, properties, and applica
Derived from the fourth edition of the well-known Plastics Technology Handbook, Plastics Fundamentals, Properties, and Testing covers the behavior, characterization, and evaluation of polymers. With a
This second edition of a bestseller incorporates developments and advances in the world of thermoplastics with regard to material development, processing, properties, and applications. It includes sep
Kricheldorf (University of Hamburg, Germany) provides chemists with information on new preparation methods for the synthesis and chemical modification of polymers. The guide examines the advantages an
Computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) techniques have not been widely applied to designing and manufacturing molds to create plastic or metal parts. Such molds continue to
This book examines global trends and research in the manufacture and application of polypropylene resin. Some specific topics include glass-fiber reinforced polypropylene, metallocene plastomers as po
A reference for teaching, research, and business in which scientists and engineers from rubber and chemical companies and universities synthesize the current understanding of the major forms of rubber
Surveys the latest research in polycarbonates over the last 30 years, covering history, theory, modeling, and spectroscopy. Highlights new applications, formulations, and fabrication methods for polyc
A single-source reference for training and on-the-job guidance in perhaps the most common method of shaping plastic. Begins with a history of the process since its beginnings in the 1930s. Then examin
The prediction of chemical and physical properties of polymers from what is known about pre-synthesis molecular structures naturally aids in the design of polymers. Bicerano (Corporate Research and De
Reports on theory, experimentation, research, and procedures for simplifying the thermoplastic selection process and reducing production cost and time. Contains chapters on physical property and rheol
Using a unification technique introduced and developed by the authors, this unique reference presents rheological data on a large number of polymers in the most concise from - making use of the master
This outstanding reference presents an up-to-date account of investigations during the last10 years in the area of injection and compression molding of polymers.Injection and Compression Molding Funda
Consultants Olmsted and Davis provide mechanics, operators, and set-up personnel with the basics of injection molding to help them control product quality and improve operating performance. Their pra
This book is the first of a series providing a comprehensive resource on cationic polymerization. All three volumes are written in a manner that is easy to comprehend, even by undergraduate college s
Synthetic rubber used by the tire industry and other applications, such as household products, has brought huge economic and societal benefits throughout the world. Examining Butyl, Neoprene, Nitrile,
This book covers all aspects of the different classes of nanomaterials – from synthesis to application. It investigates in detail the use and feasibility of developing nanocomposites with these nanoma
Polymers are an important part in everyday life; products made from polymers range from sophisticated articles, such as biomaterials, to aerospace materials. One of the reasons for the great popularit
Polymers are an important part in everyday life; products made from polymers range from sophisticated articles, such as biomaterials, to aerospace materials. One of the reasons for the great popularit
Biorenewable polymers based nanomaterials are rapidly emerging as one of the most fascinating materials for multifunctional applications. Among biorenewable polymers, cellulose based nanomaterials are
The book presents emerging economic and environmentally friendly lignocellulosic polymer composites materials that are free from side effects studied in the traditional synthetic materials. This book
Since their discovery in 1977, the evolution of conducting polymers has revolutionized modern science and technology. These polymers enjoy a special status in the area of materials science yet they ar
In recent decades, Polyoxmethylene (POM) has been positioned on the market as a high performance engineering polymer with increasing worldwide demand, particularly in the automotive, electronics, medi
Conjugated polymers have a combination of a metallic property (conductivity) and polymeric properties; doping makes the conjugated polymer semiconducting ranging from insulating to low conducting. Th
Polymers are increasingly finding applications in the areas of energy storage and conversion. A number of recent advances in the polymer molecular structure control thereby tuning of the polymer prope
This book introduces the subject of process analysis, instrumentation and control for modern manufacturing in the plastics industry. It addresses process analysis (i.e. why plastics manufacturing is
This book covers in-depth the various polymers that are used for sensors and actuators from the vantage point of organic chemistry. Since many chemists may not be familiar with the physics and operat
This handbook provides a framework for understanding how to characterize plastic manufacturing processes for use in troubleshooting problems. The 21 chapters are authored by well-known and experienced
The all-encompassing guide to total quality process control for injection molding In the same simple, easy-to-understand language that marked the first edition, Total Quality Process Control for Inje
This book is written to teach practicing engineers and students how to apply real-time theory to the design of embedded components and systems in order to successfully build a real-time embedded syste
