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Book SynopsisPolymer Thermodynamics: Blends, Copolymers and Reversible Polymerization describes the thermodynamic basis for miscibility as well as the mathematical models used to predict the compositional window of miscibility and construct temperature versus volume-fraction phase diagrams. The book covers the binary interaction model, the solubility parameter approach, and the entropic difference model. Using equation of state (EOS) theories, thermodynamic models, and information from physical properties, it illustrates the construction of phase envelopes.
The book presents nine EOS theories, including some that take into account molecular weight effects. Characteristic values are given in tables. It uses the binary interaction model to predict the compositional window of miscibility for copolymer/homopolymer blends and blends of copolymers and terpolymers with common monomers. It discusses Hansen fractional solubility parameter values, six phase diagram types, the
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Table of ContentsIntroduction to Polymer Blends. Equation of State Theories for Polymers. Binary Interaction Model. Keesom Forces and Group Solubility Parameter Approach. Phase Behavior. Partially Miscible Blends. Polymer Nanocomposites. Polymer Alloys. Binary Diffusion in Polymer Blends. Copolymer Composition. Sequence Distribution of Copolymers. Reversible Polymerization. Appendices. Index.
