This book describes advances in synthesis, processing, and technology of environmentally friendly polymers generated from renewable resources. With contents based on a wide range of functional monomers and contributions from eminent researchers, this volume demonstrates the design, synthesis, properties and applications of plant oil based polymers, presenting an elaborate review of acid mediated polymerization techniques for the generation of green polymers. Chemical engineers are provided with state-of-the-art information that acts to further progress research in this direction.
Report 65 Decorating and Coating of Plastics , P.J. Robinson , International Automotive Design . Report 66 Reinforced Thermoplastics - Composition , Processing and Applications , P.G. Kelleher , New Jersey Polymer Extension Center at ...
The corrosion resistance of a two-layer polymer coating on implant stainless steel was investigated by microscopic observations and electrochemical measurements [124]. The two layers were made from silane and parylene, respectively.
The book includes case studies in the field of nanocomposites. The volume provides coverage of new research in polymer science and engineering with applications in chemical engineerin
Many of the inventors of these superior materials of construction have stood on the thresholds of the new and have recounted their experiences (trials, tribulations and satisfactions) in the symposium and in their chapters in this book.
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The chapters in this book have been written by prominent researchers from industry, academia, and government/private research laboratories across the globe, making it an up-to-date record on the major findings and observations in the field.
7.1 Introduction The imide group appears in a very diverse range of polymers. These can be true thermoplastics, not melt-processable or even contain thermosetting functionality. Here we look at the 'non-melting' polyimides, ...
This book presents some fascinating phenomena associated with the remarkable features of high performance polymers and also provides an update on applications of modern polymers.
Since the previous edition, many developments have taken place in plastics materials, such as the growth in the commercial use of sustainable bioplastics, so this book brings the user fully up-to-date with the latest materials, references, ...
This book should be of immense valuable for materials scientists, polymer chemists, manufacturers of electronic components and process engineers.