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Springer Engineering Polymers
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Penguin Random House LLC The Processes of Life
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Springer Soft Order in Physical Systems
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Springer Advances in the Applications of MembraneMimetic Chemistry
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Springer Functionalized Polymers and Their Applications
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Springer Polymer Permeability
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Springer Rheology and Processing of Liquid Crystal Polymers 2 Polymer Liquid Crystals Series
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Springer Mechanical Properties and Testing of Polymers An AZ Reference 3 Polymer Science and Technology Series
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Springer Analysis of Rubber and Rubberlike Polymers
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Springer Raman Spectroscopy For Catalysis Van Nostrand Reinhold ElectricalComputer Science and Engineering Series
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Springer Polymer Reactor Engineering
Book SynopsisProvides information on the chemical reaction engineering aspects of polymer production processes. The text focuses on engineering aspects of reactor design and operation and how the properties of polymers are determined by the relationships between chemical kinetics and mechanical design.Table of ContentsUses and applications of polymers. Characterization and properties of polymers. The chemistry of polymer reactor engineering. Reactor engineering design. Reactor operation and control. Processing, treatment and recovery of polymers.
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Springer IUTAM Symposium on Numerical Simulation of NonIsothermal Flow of Viscoelastic Liquids Proceedings of an IUTAM Symposium held in Kerkrade The 28 Fluid Mechanics and Its Applications
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Springer Nanoparticles in Solids and Solutions Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Research Workshop on Nanoparticles in Solids and Solutions an Integrated Szeged Hungary March 89 1996 18
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Springer Peptides Frontiers of Peptide Science Frontiers of Peptide Science 15th American Peptide Symposia
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Springer Bioactive Carbohydrate Polymers Proceedings of the Phytochemical Society of Europe 44
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Springer Supermaterials Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Research Workshop 1999 NATO Science Series II Mathematics Physics Chemistry 8
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Springer Polymer Colloids
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Springer New Trends in the Photochemistry of Polymers
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Springer Dictionary of Rubber
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Taylor & Francis Inc Principles of Polymer Systems
Book SynopsisMaintaining a balance between depth and breadth, the Sixth Edition of Principles of Polymer Systems continues to present an integrated approach to polymer science and engineering. A classic text in the field, the new edition offers a comprehensive exploration of polymers at a level geared toward upper-level undergraduates and beginning graduate students. Revisions to the sixth edition include: A more detailed discussion of crystallization kinetics, strain-induced crystallization, block copolymers, liquid crystal polymers, and gels New, powerful radical polymerization methods Additional polymerization process flow sheets and discussion of the polymerization of polystyrene and poly(vinyl chloride) New discussions on the elongational viscosity of polymers and coarse-grained bead-spring molecular and tube models Updated information on models and experimental results of rubber elasticity Expanded sections on fractTable of ContentsIntroduction. Basic Structures of Polymers. Physical States and Transitions. Polymer Formation. Polymerization Processes. Molecular Weight of Polymers. Viscous Flow. Rheometry and Viscoelastic Fluid Flow. Mechanical Properties at Small Deformations. Ultimate Properties. Some General Properties of Polymer Systems. Degradation and Stabilization of Polymer Systems. Fabrication Processes. Fabrication Processes: Extrusion and Molding. Polymers from Renewable Resources and Recycling of Polymers. Carbon Chain Polymers. Heterochain Polymers. Analysis and Identification of Polymers. Appendices. Index.
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de Gruyter Conjugated Polymers at Nanoscale
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Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH Supramolecular Chemistry: Concepts and Perspectives
Book SynopsisSupramolecular chemistry is a central theme not only in chemistry, but in neighboring disciplines including physics and the biological sciences. The author has introduced this notion and has been awarded the Nobel Prize for his achievements in this area. He presents here the concepts, lines of development and perspectives of this highly interdisciplinary and burgeoning field of research. Topics include: - molecular recognition - catalysis and transport processes - molecular and supramolecular devices - self-processes By placing the basic concepts into a broader perspective, the author succeeds in inspiring, stimulating and challenging the creative imagination of his reader.Table of ContentsFrom the Contents: From Molecular to Supramolecular Chemistry/ Anion Coordination Chemistry and the Recognition of Anionic Substrates/ Coreceptor Molecules and Multiple Recognition/ Supramolecular Reactivity and Catalysis/ Transport Processes and Carrier Design/ From Supermolecules to Polymolecular Assemblies/ Molecular and Supramolecular Devices/ Self-Processes/ Programmed (Supra)Molecular Systems/ From Structure to Information. The Challenge of Instructed Chemistry
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Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH Physics of Polymer Gels
Book SynopsisExplains the correlation between the physical properties and structure of polymer gels This book elucidates in detail the physics of polymer gels and reviews their unique properties that make them attractive for innumerable applications. Geared towards experienced researchers and entrants to the field, it covers rubber elasticity, swelling and shrinking, deformation and fracture of as well as mass transport in polymer gels, enabling the readers to purposefully design polymer gels fit for specific purposes. Divided into two parts, Physics of Polymer Gels starts by explaining the statistical mechanics and scaling of a polymer chains, and that of polymer solutions. It then introduces the structure of polymer gels and explains the rubber elasticity, which predicts the solid-like nature of polymer gels. Next, it describes swelling/deswelling, which can be understood by combining the rubber elasticity and the osmotic pressure of a polymer solution. Large deformation and fracture, and the diffusion of substances in polymer gels, which are essential for practical applications, are also introduced. The last half of the book contains the authors' experimental results using Tetra-PEG gels and provides readers with the opportunity to examine and compare it with the first half in order to understand how to utilize the models to experiments. This title: * Is the first book dedicated to the physics of polymer gels * Describes in detail the properties of polymer gels and their underlying physics, facilitating the development of novel, polymer gel-based applications * Serves as a reference for all relevant polymer gel properties and their underlying physics * Provides a unified treatment of the subject, explaining the physical properties of polymer gels within a common nomenclature framework Physics of Polymer Gels is a must-have book for experienced researchers, such as polymer chemists, materials scientists, organic chemists, physical chemists, and solid-state physicists, as well as for newcomers to the field.Table of ContentsPreface xi Acknowledgements xiii Part I Theories 1 1 Single Polymer Chain 3Takamasa Sakai 1.1 General Features 3 1.1.1 Conformation of a Polymer Chain 3 1.1.2 Coarse-Graining of a Polymer Chain 4 1.1.3 Free Rotation Model 5 1.2 Statistics of a Single Polymer Chain 7 1.2.1 End-to-End Distance of a 1D Random Walk 7 1.2.2 End-to-End Distance of a 3D Random Walk 10 1.2.3 Force Needed to Stretch an Ideal Chain 12 1.3 Scaling of a Single Polymer Chain 15 1.3.1 Stretching of an Ideal Chain 17 1.3.2 Real Chains 18 1.3.3 Stretching of a Real Chain 19 Column 1: Miscible Gels and Immiscible Gels 21 References 22 2 Polymer Solution 23Takamasa Sakai 2.1 Polymer Chains in Solution 23 2.1.1 Chain Swelling in a Good Solvent 23 2.1.2 Existing Conditions of an Ideal Chain and a Real Chain 25 2.2 Effect of Concentration on the Polymer Conformation 26 2.2.1 Overlapping Concentration 26 2.2.2 Semidilute Solution 28 2.2.3 Blobs in Semidilute Solution 29 2.3 Osmotic Pressure of a Polymer Solution 32 2.3.1 Entropy Change in Mixing 33 2.3.3 Basic Equation of Osmotic Pressure 36 2.3.4 Phase Separation of the Polymer Solution 37 2.3.5 Scaling of Osmotic Pressure 40 Column 2: Blob Size of a Polymer Gel 42 References 43 3 Definition of Polymer Gels and Rubber Elasticity 45Takamasa Sakai 3.1 Elasticity of Gels 45 3.2 Definition of Polymer Gels 46 3.2.1 Criterion for Gelation by Rheology 47 3.2.2 Criterion for Gelation by Scattering 48 3.3 Mesh Size of a Polymer Gel 49 3.4 Elastic Modulus 51 3.4.1 Affine Network Model 51 3.4.2 Phantom Network Model 54 3.5 Network Strands and Crosslinks 60 3.5.1 Percolate Network Model 62 3.5.2 Bethe Approximation 63 3.6 Topological Interaction 67 3.7 Sol–Gel Transition 69 3.7.1 Gelation Threshold of Bethe Approximation 69 3.7.2 Gelation Threshold from the Percolation Model 70 3.8 Heterogeneity of Polymer Gels 71 Column 3: Elastic Deformation and Plastic Deformation 73 References 74 4 Swelling and Deswelling 77Takamasa Sakai 4.1 Changes in the Elastic Modulus Due to Swelling/Deswelling 77 4.1.1 Statistical Model for Networks Consisting of Ideal Chains 78 4.1.2 Scaling for Networks Consisting of Nonideal Chains 79 4.1.3 Scaling for Highly Deswollen Networks 82 4.2 Equilibrium Swelling 85 4.2.1 Scaling Prediction of the Equilibrium Swelling 86 4.2.2 Statistical Mechanics of Equilibrium Swelling 87 4.3 Volume Phase Transition 91 4.3.1 Electrically Neutral Gels 91 4.3.2 Electrically Charged Gels 94 4.4 Swelling/Shrinking Kinetics 95 4.5 Degradation of Polymer Gels 102 4.5.1 Degradation by Cleavage of Specific Bonds 102 4.5.2 Degradation by Cleavage of Nonspecific Bonds 104 Column 4: Diffusions of Polymer Network During Swelling 105 References 106 5 Deformation and Fracture 109Takuya Katashima and Takamasa Sakai 5.1 Description of Deformation 109 5.1.1 Displacement Vector 109 5.1.2 Strain Tensor 110 5.1.2.1 Normal Strain 110 5.1.2.2 Shear Strain 111 5.1.3 Principal Direction and Strain 113 5.2 Phenomenological Description of the Strain Energy Density Function 115 5.2.1 Estimation of the Strain Energy Density Function 116 5.3 Molecular Models for the Strain Energy Density Function 120 5.3.1 Neo-Hookean Model 120 5.3.2 Inverse Langevin Model 121 5.4 Scaling for Large Deformation 125 5.5 Fracture Behavior of Polymer Gels 126 5.5.1 Griffith Model 127 5.5.2 Lake–Thomas Model 128 5.6 Mesh Size Estimated from Elastic Modulus and Finite Extensibility 130 Column 5: Linear Viscoelasticity and Nonlinear Viscoelasticity 134 References 134 6 Mass Transport in Polymer Gels 137Xiang Li and Takamasa Sakai 6.1 Thermal Motion and Brownian Motion 137 6.1.1 Diffusion Coefficient and Relaxation Time 138 6.1.2 Diffusion and Migration 139 6.2 Diffusion in Dilute Polymer Solutions 139 6.2.1 Diffusion of a Hard Sphere 139 6.2.2 Rouse Model 140 6.2.3 Zimm Model 141 6.3 Diffusion in Semidilute Polymer Solutions and Polymer Gels 142 6.3.1 Obstruction Model 142 6.3.2 Hydrodynamic Model 144 6.3.3 Free Volume Model 145 6.3.4 Reptation Model 146 6.3.5 Entropic Trapping Model 147 Column 6: Effects of Mesh Sizes on Mass Transport 149 References 149 7 Tetra Gel as a Near-Ideal Polymer Network 153Takamasa Sakai 7.1 Ideal Polymer Network 153 7.2 Tetra-PEG Gel 155 7.3 Structure Tuning of Tetra-PEG Gels 155 References 158 8 Sol-Gel Transition 161Takamasa Sakai 8.1 Determination of Sol–Gel Transition by Rheometry 161 8.2 Phase Diagram 161 8.3 Fractal Dimension at the Critical Point 163 8.4 Critical Behavior of Elastic Modulus 165 8.5 Reaction Kinetics of a Gelling System 166 8.5.1 Hydrolysis Kinetics of Tetra-PEG–OSu 167 8.5.2 Gelation Kinetics of Tetra-PEG Gel 167 References 169 9 Structural Analysis by Light and Neutron Scattering 173Takamasa Sakai and Xiang Li 9.1 Scattering Curves of Tetra-PEG Gels 173 9.2 Scattering Curves of Stretched Tetra-PEG Gels 176 References 177 10 Elastic Modulus 179Takamasa Sakai and Yuki Yoshikawa 10.1 Effect of Connectivity 179 10.2 Effect of the Polymer Concentration and Network Strand Length 180 References 182 11 Large Deformation 183Takamasa Sakai and Takuya Katashima 11.1 Estimation of Strain Energy Density Function 183 11.1.1 Applicability of Neo-Hookean Model 184 11.1.2 Finite Extensibility Effect 185 11.1.3 Coupling Between Different Principal Axes 186 11.1.4 Extended Gent Model 187 11.2 Cross-Coupling 189 11.2.1 Effects of the Fraction of Elastically Effective and Ineffective Chains 190 11.2.2 Effects of Polymer Volume Fraction and Network Strand Length 191 11.2.3 Effect of the Fraction of Guest Chains 193 11.2.4 Conjecture on Origin of Cross-Coupling 196 11.3 Stretchability in Uniaxial Stretching 196 11.3.1 Kuhn Model 197 11.3.2 Effect of Connectivity 197 11.3.3 Effect of Polymer Concentration and Network Strand Length 198 11.3.4 Semiempirical Model Based on Experiments 200 References 201 12 Fracture 205Takamasa Sakai and Takeshi Fujiyabu 12.1 Estimation of Fracture Energy 205 12.2 Conversion-Tuned Tetra-PEG Gels 207 12.3 Effects of Network Concentration and Strand Length 208 12.4 Bimodal Tetra-PEG Gels 209 12.5 Summary 210 References 211 13 Mass Transport 213Takamasa Sakai and Takeshi Fujiyabu 13.1 Diffusion of Water Molecules 213 13.1.1 Estimation of Diffusion Coefficient of Water Molecules 213 13.1.2 Effect of Structural Parameters 214 13.1.3 Applicability of Theoretical Models 215 13.1.4 Effect of Correlation Length on Diffusion 216 13.2 Migration of Water Molecules in Hydrogels 217 13.2.1 Water Permeation Through Hydrogel 217 13.2.2 Effect of Structural Parameters on Friction Coefficient 219 13.2.3 Effect of Correlation Length on Friction Coefficient 220 13.3 Electro-Osmotic Flow in Electrically Charged Gels 221 13.3.1 Electro-Osmosis in an Electrically Balanced System 221 13.3.2 Electro-Osmosis in an Electrically Imbalanced System 222 13.3.3 Sum Rule of Electro-Osmotic Flow and Electrophoretic Motion 224 13.4 Migration of Small Double-Stranded DNAs 225 13.4.1 Electrophoresis of dsDNA in Tetra-PEG Gels and Solutions 225 13.4.2 Semiempirical Model 226 13.4.3 Effect of Correlation Length on Electrophoretic Mobility 228 13.4.4 Interaction Between Elastic Blobs and Contour of dsDNA 229 13.5 Migration of Large Double-Stranded DNAs 229 13.5.1 Electrophoresis of Large dsDNA in Tetra-PEG Gels and Solutions 230 13.5.2 Transition of the Migration Mechanism 231 References 233 14 Osmotic Pressure 235Takamasa Sakai 14.1 Osmotic Pressure of Gels and Prepolymer Solutions 235 14.2 Change in Osmotic Pressure During Gelation 235 14.3 c* Theorem at the Gelation Threshold 237 References 239 15 Swelling 241Takamasa Sakai and Takeshi Fujiyabu 15.1 Elastic Modulus of Swollen and Highly Deswollen Gels 241 15.2 Equilibrium Swelling 243 15.3 Swelling Kinetics 244 15.3.1 Examination of Swelling Equation 244 15.3.2 Cooperative Diffusion Coefficient 245 References 246 16 Degradation 249Takamasa Sakai and Takeshi Fujiyabu 16.1 Cleavage of a Specific Site 249 16.2 Cleavage of Nonspecific Sites 253 16.2.1 Initial Swelling Equilibrium 254 16.2.2 Degradation Behavior of Tetra-PEG Gels 254 16.2.3 A Model for Degradation 255 16.2.4 Estimation of Degradation Rate Constants 257 References 258 17 Control Over Swelling of Injectable Gel 26Takamasa Sakai and Takeshi Fujiyabu 17.1 Nonswellable Gels 261 17.2 Nonosmotic Gel 265 17.3 Oligo-Tetra-PEG Gel 269 References 275 Index 277
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Heterophase Network Polymers Synthesis
Book SynopsisThis volume explains the theory and experimental investigations in the preparation of heterophase polymer network materials through cure reaction-induced microphase separation (CRIMPS). It describes the synthesis of a new family of block- and graft-copolymers with controlled solubility in epoxies and characterizes CRIMPS processes using novel applications of known methods such as nuclear magnetic resonance, electron spin resonance and photochemistry. The text develops a new method for characterizing the molecular mass distribution (MMD) of linear and network polymers using thermomechanical analysis data, as well as new methods for determining internal stresses and flaw formation during thermoset curing. The CRIMPS theory will be helpful for researchers and engineers designing and improving toughened plastics and other smart heterophase network materials for different applications. The new method for MMD characterization of polymers in bulk will be very useful to quickly analyzTable of ContentsSynthesis of Well-Defined Bifunctional Oligobutadines as Initiated by Dilithium Alkanes Soluble in Hydrocarbons. Theory of Microphase Separation in Curing Systems. Kinetics and Mechanism of Cure Reactions and Reaction-Induced Microphase Separation. Structure Properties Relationship. New Approaches to Polymer Networks Characterization.
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Elsevier Science Polymer Science A Comprehensive Reference
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Taylor & Francis Inc Block Copolymers
Book SynopsisA summary of block copolymer chemical structures and synthesis. It discusses physical methods of characterization such as computer simulation, microhardness, dielectric spectroscopy, thermal mechanical relaxation, ultrasonic characterization, transmission electron microscopy, X-ray scattering, and NMR, among others. It also outlines rheological and processing parameters in the multiphase polymer systems with stable microstructures.Trade Review". . .contain[s] a good amount of useful information and a number of well-written papers on current subjects of interest in the field and is worthy of review by those involved in the filed of block copolymers. . ..recommended."---Polymer News, 2000 "...There are few texts that cover this technology separately, more importantly few which cover it thoroughly, which makes it a valuable reference text. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED."---Adhesives & Sealants Newsletters, 2001Table of ContentsIntroduction and plan. Methacrylate butadiene-based triblock copolymers - synthesis, characterisation, and properties; block copolymers with polyethers as flexible blocks; new multiblock terpoly (ester-ether-amide) with various chemical constitutive amide blocks; copolymers poly (eta-caprolactam)-block-(butadiene containing elastomers); dynamics and viscoelastic effects in block copolymers - real and simulated systems; structure - microhardness correlations in condensation copolymers; correlation between phase behaviour, mechanical properties, and deformation mechanisms in weakly segregated block copolymers; ultrasonic characterisation of block copolymers; dielectric relaxation of block copolymers; polymer blends with block copolymers; two multiblock copolymer blends; multiblock copolymer/homopolymer blends; structure and melt rheology of block copolymers; orientation behaviour in axial tension of half-melt poly (ether-beta-ester) copolymers; polyurethane grafted onto styrene sulfonic acid copolymers; poly (esther-ester) block copolymers with LC segments; triblock copolymers for toughness modification of immiscible engineering polymer blends; poly (esther-beta-ester) copolymers, blends, composites, and their applications; future trends in block copolymers.
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Taylor & Francis Inc Colloidal Biomolecules Biomaterials and
Book SynopsisColloidal Biomolecules, Biomaterials, and Biomedical Applications is an authoritative presentation of established and recent techniques promising to revolutionize the areas of biomedical diagnostics, therapeutics, pharmaceutics, and drug delivery. This exceptional book details an original homogeneous assay for biomolecule detection and capture through duplex colloid particles, as well as new methods for utilizing peptides in particle agglutination. Featuring contributions from over 30 prominent researchers, it investigates physical studies of the agglutination of sensitive latexes, and indicates benefits to drug delivery through supercritical fluid process production of polymer particles.Table of ContentsBiomedical Application for Magnetic Latexes Abdelhamid Elaissari, Raphael Veyret, Bernard Mandrand, and Jhunu Chatteriee The Agglutination Test: Aggregation of Antibody-Coated Lattices in the Presence of Antigens Serge Stoll, Lahoussine Ouali, and Emile Pefferkorn Latex Immunoagglutination AssaysJ. A. Molina-Bolivar and F. Galisteo-Gonzalez Capture and Detection of Biomolecules Using Dual Colloid Particles Agnès Perrin Polymers and Viruses: Biospecific Interactions and Biomedical Applications Emmanuelle Imbert-Laurenceau and Véronique Migonny Polymer Beads in Biomedical Chromatography: Separation of BiomoleculesAli Tuncel, Ender Ünsal, S. Tolga Çamli, and Serap Senel Interaction of Proteins with Thermally-Sensitive ParticlesHaruma Kawaguchi, David Duracher, and Abdelhamid Elaissari DNA-Like Polyelectrolytes Adsorption onto Polymer Colloids: Modelization StudySerge Stoll Amino-Containing Latexes as a Solid Support of Single-Stranded DNA Fragments and Their Use in Biomedical DiagnosisFrançois Ganachaud, Christian Pichot, and Abdelhamid Elaissari Covalent Immobilization of Peptides onto Reactive Latexes Silvina Rossi and Julio Batistoni Preparation and Applications of Silicone Emulsions Using BiopolymersMuxin Liu, Amro Ragheb, Paul Zelisko, and Michael A. Brook Colloidal Particles: Elaboration from Preformed PolymersThierry Delair Poly(Alkylcyanoacrylates): From Preparation to Real Applications as Drug Delivery SystemsChristine Vouthier, Patrick Couvreur, and Catherine Dubernet Preparation of Biodegradable Particles by Polymerization Processes S. Slomkowski Supercritical Fluid Processes for Polymer Particle Engineering: Applications in the Therapeutic AreaJoel Richard and F.S. Deschamps Index.
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Taylor & Francis Inc Polyurethanes as Specialty Chemicals
Book SynopsisLooking beyond the traditional applications of polyurethanes (PUR), Polyurethanes as Specialty Chemicals presents a different approach to polyurethane chemistry by examining a range of new products and new research for both environmental and medical applications. This book is also the first in its field to provide useful design tools for product designers to customize the foam surface.The author examines extraction methods and biodegradability of polyurethanes for removing pollutants from air and groundwater and for sanitation/wastewater treatment. Thomson also explores the behavior of polyurethanes in a biological environment, covering a broad spectrum of applications that includes artificial organs, chelating agents for pharmaceuticals, and delivery systems for skin care products and cosmetics. The in-depth treatment of biochemical processes and cellular interaction includes tissue response, cell adhesion, 3D cell scaffolding for cell propagation, the immobilization of enzTrade Review"The reference section combines historic and current literature, with an excellent glossary at the end. The figures and photos are of high quality, and experimental data are added to reinforce the argument as to the versatility of polyurethanes. The book should serve as a very good reference to those considering the design of new products in the general areas of environmental-, pharmaceutical-, medical-, and bio-technology and is highly recommended." - Polymer News, May 2005 "The Author is an expert in the field of PUR chemistry. This text provides a comprehensive coverage on a wide range of topics from physical properties of the material to its application in the chemical, medical, and biochemical industries… The author has a very lucid style of writing." Palligarnai Vasudaven, University of New Hampshire, Durham, USATable of ContentsIntroduction. Polyurethane chemistry in brief; Structure/Property relationships; Extraction of synthetic chemicals; Environmental applications continued; Biomedical applications of polyurethanes; Development of an artificial organ; Other applications defined
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Maney Publishing PVC
Book SynopsisA study on the production, properties and uses, of PVC, Polyvinyl chloride which is the world''s third-most widely produced synthetic plastic polymer by the Institute of Materials, London in 1996
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Taylor & Francis Inc CRC Handbook of Phase Equilibria and
Book SynopsisThermodynamic data of polymer solutions are paramount for industrial and laboratory processes. These data also serve to understand the physical behavior of polymer solutions, study intermolecular interactions, and gain insights into the molecular nature of mixtures. Nearly a decade has passed since the release of a similar CRC Handbook and since then a large amount of new experimental data have been published, which is now compiled in this book.The CRC Handbook of Phase Equilibria and Thermodynamic Data of Polymer Solutions at Elevated Pressures features nearly 500 newly published references containing approximately 175 new vapor-liquid equilibrium data sets, 25 new liquid-liquid equilibrium data sets, 540 new high-pressure fluid phase equilibrium data sets, 60 new data sets describing PVT properties of polymers, and 20 new data sets with densities or excess volumes. The book is a valuable resource for researchers, speciTable of ContentsIntroduction. Vapor-Liquid Equilibrium (VLE) Data and Gas Solubilities at Elevated Pressures. Liquid-Liquid Equilibrium (LLE) Data of Polymer Solutions at Elevated Pressures. High-Pressure Fluid Phase Equilibrium (HPPE) Data of Polymer Solutions. PVT Data of Polymers and Solutions. Appendices.
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Taylor & Francis Inc Encyclopedia of Polymer Applications 3 Volume Set
Book SynopsisUndoubtedly the applications of polymers are rapidly evolving. Technology is continually changing and quickly advancing as polymers are needed to solve a variety of day-to-day challenges leading to improvements in quality of life. The Encyclopedia of Polymer Applications presents state-of-the-art research and development on the applications of polymers. This groundbreaking work provides important overviews to help stimulate further advancements in all areas of polymers.This comprehensive multi-volume reference includes articles contributed from a diverse and global team of renowned researchers. It offers a broad-based perspective on a multitude of topics in a variety of applications, as well as detailed research information, figures, tables, illustrations, and references. The encyclopedia provides introductions, classifications, properties, selection, types, technologies, shelf-life, recycling, testing and applications for each of the entries where applicable.
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Taylor & Francis Inc Aqueous Polymeric Coatings for Pharmaceutical
Book SynopsisAqueous-based film coating has become routine in the pharmaceutical industry. This process eliminates the use of organic solvents and thus avoids economic, environmental, and toxicological issues related to residual solvents and solvent recovery. Aqueous-based coating, however, is complex and many variables may impact the final product and its performance. This fourth edition of Aqueous Polymeric Coatings for Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms aims to provide insight into the factors and parameters that should be considered and controlled for the successful development and commercialization of a coated product. The fourth edition has been revised and expanded to reflect the most recent scientific advancements from the literature. The contributing authors explain in detail, using illustrated examples, appropriate steps to solve and ideally avoid formulation, processing, and stability problems and to achieve an optimized dosage form. Trade names and chemical names of comTable of ContentsAqueous-based polymeric coating. Pseudolatex dispersions for controlled drug delivery. Processing and equipment considerations for aqueous-based coatings. Mechanical properties of polymeric films prepared from aqueous dispersions. Defects in aqueous film coated solid oral dosage form. Adhesion of polymeric films. Influence of insoluble additives on the properties of polymeric coating systems. Process and formulation factors affecting drug release from pellets coated with ethylcellulose pseudolatex Aquacoat. Chemistry and application properties of polymethacrylate systems. Application of HPMC and HPMCAS to aqueous film coating of pharmaceutical dosage forms. The applications of formulated systems for aqueous film coating of pharmaceutical solid oral dosage forms. *Substrate considerations when developing an aqueous film coated solid oral dosage form. Polymer interactions with drugs and excipients. Physical aging of polymers and it effect on the stability of solid oral dosage forms.
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Hanser Publications Polymer Extrusion
Book SynopsisInitially published ""to bridge the gap between theory and practice in extrusion"", this fifth edition of Polymer Extrusion continues to serve the practicing polymer engineer and chemist, providing the theoretical and the practical tools for successful extrusion operations. In its revised and expanded form, it also incorporates the many new developments in extrusion theory and machinery over the last years.Table of Contents Different Types of Extruders Extruder Hardware Instrumentation and Control Fundamental Principles Important Polymer Properties Functional Process Analysis Extruder Screw Design Die Design Twin Screw Extruders Troubleshooting Extruders Modeling and Simulation of the Extrusion Process.
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De Gruyter Polyurethanes
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Carl Hanser Verlag GmbH & Co Polymeric Foams and Foam Technology
Book SynopsisDescribing all classes of polymeric foams, including their chemistry, synthesis, commercial production methods, properties, and applications, this handbook is designed to support engineers in their effort to develop practical solutions for industrial design and manufacturing challenges.Since the publication of the previous edition of this book over a decade ago, many of the industry's most pressing problems, including environmentally acceptable blowing agents, combustibility, and solid waste disposal, have been addressed and significant progress has been made. The new edition addresses these developments and also presents several new classes of foam brought to industrial application in recent years.Table of Contents Fundamentals of Foam Formation Cellular Structure and Properties of Foamed Polymers Flexible Polyurethane Foams Rigid Polyurethane Foams Polyisocyanurate Foams RIM and RRIM Foams Polystyrene and Structural Foams Polyolefin Foams PVC Foams Epoxy Foams Latex Foams Silicone Foams Fluoropolymer Foams Wood Composite Foams Phenolic Foams Flame Retardancy of Polymeric Foams Syntactic Polymer Foams Blowing Agents for Polymer Foams.
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Brill Photodegradation and Light Stabilization of
Book SynopsisPhotodegradation and light stabilization are very important aspects of polymer aging. Polymer degradation includes different types of processes: thermodegradation, oxidation, acting of ozone, photodegradation, radiation, hydrolysis, mechanical degradation, and biodegradation. It is very important to know the mechanism of polymer degradation in order to select stabilizers against the degradation. This volume presents the analysis of achievements in the field of photodegradation of polymers. It includes, first of all, data of Russian investigators who have decisively contributed in the development of this field of knowledge (the schools headed by academicians V.V. Korshak, N.M. Emanuel, N.S. Enikolopov, A.A. Berlin, and many others).Table of Contents1. Stabilization and Modification of Cellulose Diacetate 2. Stabilization and Modification of Polycaproamide 3. Stabilization and Modification of Polyethyl-Enerephthalate 4. Conclusion
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CRC Press Polyimides and Other High Temperature Polymers
Book SynopsisThis volume documents the proceedings of the Second International Symposium on Polyimides and Other High Temperature Polymers: Synthesis, Characterization and Applications, held in Newark, New Jersey, December 3-6, 2001. Polyimides possess many desirable attributes, so this class of materials has found applications in many technologies ranging from microelectronics to high temperature adhesives to membranes.This volume contains a total of 32 papers, all rigorously peer reviewed and revised before inclusion, addressing many aspects and new developments in polyimides and other high temperature polymers. The book is divided into two parts: Synthesis, Properties and Bulk Characterization and Surface Modification, Interfacial or Adhesion Aspects and Applications. The topics covered include: synthesis and characterization of a variety of polyimides; photoalignable polyimides; high-modulus poly(p-phenylenepyromellitimide) films; structure-property relationships in polyimides; aromatic benzoxazole polymers; polybenzobisthiazoles; polyimide L-B films; transport of water in high Tg polymers; surface modification of polyimides; adhesion of metal films to polyimide and other polymers; investigation of interfacial interactions between metals and polymers; polyimide film surface properties; applications of polyimides in microelectronics, as membranes for gas separation, as composite films; fabrication of thin-film transistors on polyimide films; polyimide modified with fullerenes; semicrystalline polyimides for advanced composites; and wear performance of polyetherimide composite.
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Brill Polymers Derived from Isobutylene. Synthesis,
Book SynopsisThis monograph aims to give an overview of recent chemical and technological developments in the area of polymers and co-polymers derived from isobutylene, which have a wide range of (industrial) applications. The scientific basis for presenting the material – application of the acid-base theory with a view to the fundamental steps of isobutylene polymerization – is combined with the application of quantum-chemical calculations of catalysts, linked active centers, separate elementary stages of the process, and critical analysis of some experimental data. In addition, a number of problems, such as the macrokinetic description of isobutylene polymerization, description of the balanced scheme of industrial production of isobutylene polymers, and initiation of isobutylene polymerization with the help of immobilized cationic catalysts are discussed. Special attention is given to ecological aspects of synthesis and application of isobutylene polymers. This book will be of value and interest to researchers in the areas of chemistry and physics of high-molecular compounds, as well as engineers and technologists specialized in the area of olefins and polyolefins.Table of ContentsPart 1 Scientific and technological aspects of isobutylene production: properties and production of isobutylene - physical properties, chemical properties, methods of isobutylene production, production of isobutylene in industry, special methods of isobutylene production, analysis of isobutylene; isobutylene polymerization - general ideas of polymerization, catalysts, polymerization mechanism, initiation, chain propagation, limiting of the chain propagation, problems of cationic polymerization of isobutylene, molecular engineering, features of fast polymerization processes, problems of kinetics of fast polymerization processes, kinetic features of isobutylene polymerization; macrokinetics of isobutylene polymerization -modelling of isobutylene polymerization as a fast chemical reaction, macroscopic features of isobutylene polymerization, novel fundamental regularities, on existence of several macroscopic regimes, on connection between geometrical size of the reaction zone and kinetic and hydrodynamic parameters, influence of linear flow motion rate on molecular-mass characteristics of resulting polymer, influence of the methods of catalyst transmission on molecular-mass characteristics of resulting polymer, heat regime of fast isobutylene polymerization, heat regime of polymerization in the absence of heat elimination, heat regime of polymerization with reaction mass boiling, efficiency of external heat elimination, optimization of molecular-mass characteristics of polymer in fast isobutylene polymerization, the zone model, estimation of molecular-mass polyisobutylene characteristics in the absence of heat elimination at the multistage catalyst delivery into the reacting turbulent zone. (Part contents).
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Brill Polyimides and Other High Temperature Polymers:
Book SynopsisThis volume documents the proceedings of the Second International Symposium on Polyimides and Other High Temperature Polymers: Synthesis, Characterization and Applications, held in Newark, New Jersey, December 3-6, 2001. Polyimides possess many desirable attributes, so this class of materials has found applications in many technologies ranging from microelectronics to high temperature adhesives to membranes.This volume contains a total of 32 papers, all rigorously peer reviewed and revised before inclusion, addressing many aspects and new developments in polyimides and other high temperature polymers. The book is divided into two parts: Synthesis, Properties and Bulk Characterization and Surface Modification, Interfacial or Adhesion Aspects and Applications. The topics covered include: synthesis and characterization of a variety of polyimides; photoalignable polyimides; high-modulus poly(p-phenylenepyromellitimide) films; structure-property relationships in polyimides; aromatic benzoxazole polymers; polybenzobisthiazoles; polyimide L-B films; transport of water in high Tg polymers; surface modification of polyimides; adhesion of metal films to polyimide and other polymers; investigation of interfacial interactions between metals and polymers; polyimide film surface properties; applications of polyimides in microelectronics, as membranes for gas separation, as composite films; fabrication of thin-film transistors on polyimide films; polyimide modified with fullerenes; semicrystalline polyimides for advanced composites; and wear performance of polyetherimide composite.Table of ContentsPart 1: Synthesis, Properties and Bulk Characterization 1. Poly(amic acid)s and their ionic salt solutions: Synthesis, characterization and stability study 2. A new interpretation of the kinetic model for the imidization reaction of PMDA-ODA and BPDA-PDA poly(amic acid)s 3. Synthesis and characterization of new organosoluble poly(ether imide)s derived from various novel bis(ether anhydride)s 4. Synthesis of novel polyimides from dianhydrides with flexible side chains 5. Polyimides based on rhenium(I) diimine complexes 6. New highly phenylated bis(phthalic) and bis(naphthalic) anhydrides and polyimides therefrom 7. New photoalignable polyimides and their ability to control liquid-crystal alignment 8. Proton conducting polyimides from novel sulfonated diamines 9. High-modulus poly(p-phenylenepyromellitimide) films obtained using a novel gel-drawing technique 10. Effect of structure on the thermal behaviour of bisitaconimide resins 11. l-Amino-4,5-8-naphthalenetricarboxylic acid-l,8-lactam-4,5-imide-containing macrocycles: Synthesis, molecular modeling and polymerization 12. Synthesis of aromatic benzoxazole polymers for high Tg, low dielectric properties 13. Polybenzobisthiazoles – Critical issues in their performance and properties 14. Electrical breakdown and electrostatic phenomena in ultra-thin polyimide Langmuir-Blodgett films 15. Humid ageing of polyetherimide: Chemical and physical interactions with water 16. Transport of water in high Tg polymers: A comparison between interacting and non-interacting systems Part 2: Surface Modification, Interfacial or Adhesion Aspects and Applications 17. New developments in the adhesion promotion of electroless Ni or Cu films to polyimide substrates 18. Surface modification of polyimide to improve its adhesion to deposited copper layer 19. Study on the structure and adhesion of copper thin films on chemically modified polyimide surfaces 20. Chemical interaction of Fe, Ni and Au with poly(vinyl chloride) and poly(tetrafluoroet
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Brill Modern Polymer Flame Retardancy
Book SynopsisThere are obvious benefits in using flame-retardants, as many human lives and property are saved from fire. A large number of compounds have been identified as being used as flame-retardants. At present, knowledge of long-term effects resulting from exposure to flame retardants and their breakdown products is limited. The aim of this volume in the book series New Concepts in Polymer Science is to provide a general overview of the nature, mechanism of action, use and environmental hazards for a number of flame-retardants. This monograph (together with the book by the same authors, Ecological Aspects of Polymer Flame Retardancy (1999) will valuable to anyone interested in the field of flame-retardant chemicals.Trade Review'For those looking for an introduction and update in regard to polymer flame retardancy, this book can be useful. [...] There are over 400 references and an excellent listing of flame retardants, suppliers and trade names. [...] It is also recommended as another useful resource for libraries or particular groups involved with polymer flame retardant approaches.' Eli M. Pearce (New York), Polymer News, 2004Table of ContentsChapter 1. General Concepts of Polymer Combustion Chapter 2. General Methods for the Estimation of Polymer Flammability Chapter 3. Polymer Flame Retardants Chapter 4. Polyhalogenated Flame Retardants and Dioxins Chapter 5. New Types of Ecologically Friendly Flame Retardants
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Brill The Concept of Micellar-Sponge Nanophases in
Book SynopsisThe monograph is intended for elucidation of the novel trend in chemical physics regarding the polymer non-crystalline phase. It stresses the physical phenomena affecting the kinetics and mechanism of chemical reactions proceeding in the non-crystalline polymer matrix (NCPM). NCPM is depicted in terms of a supramolecular (carcass-micellar) model. The model is thought to reflect heterophase packing of polymeric chains, which co-operate as a molecular-chain sponge. The NCPM model presented is proved for adequate description of principal structure-physical phenomena to elaborate the scheme of structural-kinetic modeling of chemical reactions in bulky polymers. Structure-physical phenomena elucidated in the monograph are: - peculiarities of polymer plasticization and polymer blending with liquids; - structural and thermodynamic aspects of sorption of low molecular species; - properties of ESR (spin) probes and optical (molecular) probes; - features of water absorbed by polymers; - mechanical and thermal effects generated by the molecular-chain sponge; - supramolecular aspects of NCPM chemical physics. This monograph includes the structural-kinetic modeling of complex polymer chemical reactions. It deals with the problem of mechanism and kinetics of free radical chain reactions using thermal and photochemical model reactions of dibenzoyl peroxide with glassy-like polymers (cellulose triacetate, polycarbonate, polystyrene, polyamide PA-548), viscoelastic polymers (atactic polypropylene, polyamide PA-548, polyethylene, polyisobutylene, melted poly(ethylene oxide), and isotactic polypropylene. In all cases, the supramolecular heterophase mechanism of the processes, which was unknown for homogeneous systems, was proved. Furthermore, heterophase mechanisms of photochemical reaction between naphthalene and cellulose triacetate and photolysis of poly(methyl methacrylate) proceeding as a photochain reaction are indicated.Table of ContentsPREFACE CHAPTER I. INTRODUCTION. THE PROBLEM OF STRUCTURAL-PHYSICAL ORGANIZATION OF POLYMERIC NON-CRYSTALLINE PHASE CHAPTER2. STRUCTURAL MODEL OF NON-CRYSTALLINE POLYMERIC MATRIX CHAPTER 3. SUPRAMOLECULAR ASPECTS OF NCPM CHEMICAL PHYSICS CHAPTER 4. KINETIC PROBING OF NCPM GLASSY-LIKE POLYMERS WITH THE HELP OF DIBENZOYL PEROXIDE CHAPTER 5. KINETIC MODEL OF DIBENZOYL PEROXIDE CHAIN REACTION WITH STERICALLY HINDERED PHENOLS CHAPTER 6. DIBENWYL PEROXIDE KINETIC PROBING OF MELT AND RUBBERY POLYMERS CHAPTER 7. THE EXAMPLES OF HETERO-NANOPHASE KINETIC DESCRIPTION OF PHOTOCHEMICAL REACTIONS
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Brill Stationary and Non-Stationary Kinetics of the
Book SynopsisThe main focus in this monograph is on models of the kinetics of photo-initiated polymerization of mono- and bi-functional monomers up to the high conversion stage, their derivation, analysis and comparison with the experimental data. This monograph can be useful for scientists, engineers, post-graduate training students and students who are interested in problems both of the polymerization kinetics and general chemical kinetics.Trade Review'The main focus of the monograph is on model of kinetics of photoinitiated polymerization of mono and bifunctional monomers up to high conversion state, their derivation, analysis and comparison with experimental data. Great attention is paid to the polymerization up to high conversion, which is considered as a chemical process in a system changing its own phase…useful for scientists, engineers, and postgraduate training students who are interested in problems both of the polymerization kinetics and general chemical kinetics. The book is aimed mainly at those looking for specialized knowledge in parts of kinetics of polymerization initiated by photons.' Pavol Hrdlovic, Polymer News, 2005.Table of ContentsAbbreviations and symbols, Preface, Introduction, Chapter 1. Methodological principles of chemical kinetics, Chapter 2. The method of routes and kinetic models, Chapter 3. Problems of stationary kinetics of polymerization up to the high conversion state, Chapter 4. Non-stationary (postpo1ymerization) polymerization kinetics problems, Chapter 6. Stationary kinetics of the linear polymerization up to the high conversion state, Chapter 7. Non-stationary kinetics (postpolymerization), Chapter 8. Statistics of self-avoiding random walks and the stretched exponential law, Appendix. A new method for surfaces gluing based on the effect of the postpolymerization, References, Subject index
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CRC Press Chemistry of Polysaccharides
Book SynopsisThis monograph summarizes scientific achievements in the field of polysaccharide chemistry performed in the last decade. For the first time, the particular features of polysaccharide structure, physical-chemical properties and biochemical transformations in their interrelations are considered as well as the questions of polysaccharide modification along the whole hierarchical chain, including starch mono-, di-, oligo- and polysaccharides, chitin, chitozan and cellulose. Polysaccharide interactions with diverse solvents and low-molecular, macrocyclic and high-molecular substances in solutions are scrutinized. Several aspects of mechanical-chemical modification of polysaccharides in solid state and in gel are observed. Modern concepts of enzyme degradation of polysaccharides and technologies of natural polymers processing are analyzed. The book is intended for wide range of readers: students, post graduates, engineers and scientists engaged in polymer chemistry, organic and physical chemistry.
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