Polymers and Plastics

Plastics and the Envir...

$72.00

{"id":11242256004,"title":"Plastics and the Environment","handle":"978-1-85957-016-6","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: I. Boustead \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-85957-016-6 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e110 pages, softbound\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nThe plastics industry, like most others, was slow to respond to environmental pressures. Partly as a consequence of this it now faces irrational prejudices and demands which may lead to inappropriate decisions in response to undoubtedly real problems. Plastics possess some special characteristics but most of the potential environmental problems and their solutions are common to other materials and industries.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis review considers their environmental impact in terms of industrial systems (e.g. eco-profile and life-cycle systems) and looks at energy consumption and recovery, as well as recycling. It is supported by an extensive bibliography compiled from the Polymer Library.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","published_at":"2017-06-22T21:15:32-04:00","created_at":"2017-06-22T21:15:32-04:00","vendor":"Chemtec Publishing","type":"Book","tags":["1994","book","energy consumption","environment","plastic","plastics","recovery","recycling"],"price":7200,"price_min":7200,"price_max":7200,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":43378496580,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Plastics and the Environment","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":7200,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"978-1-85957-016-6","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-85957-016-6.jpg?v=1499725948"],"featured_image":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-85957-016-6.jpg?v=1499725948","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":358535528541,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.767,"height":450,"width":345,"src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-85957-016-6.jpg?v=1499725948"},"aspect_ratio":0.767,"height":450,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-85957-016-6.jpg?v=1499725948","width":345}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: I. Boustead \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-85957-016-6 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e110 pages, softbound\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nThe plastics industry, like most others, was slow to respond to environmental pressures. Partly as a consequence of this it now faces irrational prejudices and demands which may lead to inappropriate decisions in response to undoubtedly real problems. Plastics possess some special characteristics but most of the potential environmental problems and their solutions are common to other materials and industries.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis review considers their environmental impact in terms of industrial systems (e.g. eco-profile and life-cycle systems) and looks at energy consumption and recovery, as well as recycling. It is supported by an extensive bibliography compiled from the Polymer Library.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e"}

Plastics Failure Analy...

$220.00

{"id":11242217604,"title":"Plastics Failure Analysis and Prevention","handle":"1-884207-92-8","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: John Moalli, Editor \u003cbr\u003e10-ISBN 1-884207-92-8 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e13-ISBN 978-1-884207-92-1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePages: 341, Figures: 284 , Tables: 42\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nGeneral methods of product failure evaluation give powerful tools in product improvement. Such methods, discussed in the book, include practical risk analysis, failure mode and effect analysis, preliminary hazard analysis, progressive failure analysis, fault tree analysis, mean time between failures, Wohler curves, finite element analysis, cohesive zone model, crack propagation kinetics, time-temperature collectives, quantitative characterization of fatigue damage, and fracture maps. These methods are broadly used in some industries such as automotive industry and can be successfully applied to other industries.\u003cbr\u003eMethods of failure analysis are critical to for material improvement and they are broadly discussed in this book. Fractography of plastics is relatively a new field, which has many commonalities with fractography of metals. Here various aspects of fractography of plastics and metals are compared and contrasted. Fractography application in studies of static and cycling loading of ABS is also discussed. Other methods include SEM, SAXS, FTIR, DSC, DMA, GC\/MS, optical microscopy, fatigue behavior, multi-axial stress, residual stress analysis, punch resistance, creep-rupture, impact, oxidative induction time, craze testing, defect analysis, fracture toughness, the activation energy of degradation.\u003cbr\u003eConsidering that product joints are the most common sites of failure this subject is analyzed in detail. Snap-fit joints failure of plastic housing is analyzed aiming at the improvement of product reliability by the redesign of the method of joining. Multiply welding effect on materials durability is discussed for a broad range of temperatures of processing and performance. Effect of hot plate welding on weld properties and morphology is considered in the comparison of different methods of testing. Mechanical fasteners are investigated under mechanical loads and temperature variations.\u003cbr\u003eMany products have ductile properties or necking behavior which are another frequent cause of failure discussed here. Fatigue properties and fatigue failure mechanisms are discussed in detail since they cause many materials to fail. \u003cbr\u003eMany references are given in this book to real products and real cases of their failure. The products discussed include office equipment, automotive compressed fuel gas system, pipes, polymer blends, blow molded parts, layered, cross-ply and continuous fiber composites, printed circuits, electronic packages, hip implants, blown and multi-layered films, construction materials, component housings, brake cups, composite pressure vessels, swamp coolers, electrical cables, plumbing fittings, medical devices, medical packaging, strapping tapes, balloons, marine coatings, thermal switches, pressure relief membranes, pharmaceutical products, window profiles, and bone cements.\u003cbr\u003eMany common methods of material analysis are compared in this book. For example, the effect of internal pressure and testing of tensile properties, factors affecting Gardner impact testing, standard test procedures for structural analysis, methods of exposure of materials to the multidimensional state of stress, and many other.\u003cbr\u003eAttention is given to material morphology and its development during processing as a practical means of material improvement. Orientation effects during welding processes are analyzed in detail. Also, morphological changes of fatigue-induced damage are evaluated for crystalline polymers.\u003cbr\u003eAlso, many different polymers are analyzed here such as polyethylene (LDPE, HDPE, UHMWPE), polypropylene, polyamide, polyoxymethylene, epoxy resins, polyvinyl chloride, polystyrene, polyketone terpolymer, polyimide, polycarbonate, polyurethane, aliphatic copolymers, EPDM, ABS, vinyl ester, aromatic polyamide, polyester, polymethylmethacrylate, polyetherimide\u003cbr\u003eThe book also contains examples of defect cost analysis which shows that improvement of product quality by the above discussed methods is a very economical means of process engineering and technology selection. Some chapters contain a discussion of 10 common pitfalls in thin-wall plastic part design and outline of strategies for the evaluation of weather induced failure of polymers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Practical Risk Analysis—As a Tool for Minimizing Plastic Product Failure\u003cbr\u003e• Avoiding the GIGO Syndrome\u003cbr\u003e• Defect Analysis and High Density Polyethylene Pipe Durability\u003cbr\u003e• Progressive Failure Analysis of Fiber Composite Structures\u003cbr\u003e• Failure Analysis Models for Polyacetal Molded Fittings in Plumbing Systems\u003cbr\u003e• Estimation of Time-Temperature-Collectives in Describing Aging of Polymer Materials\u003cbr\u003e• Fractography of Metals and Plastics\u003cbr\u003e• Fractography of ABS\u003cbr\u003e• Attachment Design Analysis of a Plastic Housing Joined with Snap-Fits\u003cbr\u003e• Joint Performance of Mechanical Fasteners under Dynamic Load\u003cbr\u003e• Morphological Study of Fatigue Induced Damage in Semi-Crystalline Polymers\u003cbr\u003e• Ductile Failure and Delayed Necking in Polyethylene\u003cbr\u003e• Fatigue Behavior of Discontinuous Glass Fiber Reinforced Polypropylene\u003cbr\u003e• Translating Failure into Success—Lessons Learned from Product Failure Analysis\u003cbr\u003e• Case Studies of Plastics Failure Related to Improper Formulation\u003cbr\u003e• Case Studies of Inadvertent Interactions between Polymers and Devices in Field Applications\u003cbr\u003e• Factors Affecting Variation in Gardner Impact Testing\u003cbr\u003e• Standard Test Procedures for Relevant Material Properties for Structural Analysis\u003cbr\u003e• The Influence of Multidimensional State of Stress on the Mechanical Properties of Thermoplastics\u003cbr\u003e• The Influence of Morphology on the Impact Performance of an Impact Modified PP\/PS Alloy\u003cbr\u003e• Morphology and Mechanical Behavior of Polypropylene Hot Plate Welds\u003cbr\u003e• Orientation Effects on the Weldability of Polypropylene Strapping Tape\u003cbr\u003e• Activation Energies of Polymer Degradation\u003cbr\u003e• Effects of Processing Conditions on the Failure Mode of an Aliphatic Polyketone Teropolymer\u003cbr\u003e• Durability Study of Conductive Copper Traces within Polyimide Based Substrates\u003cbr\u003e• The Role of Heat Affected Zone (HAZ) on Mechanical Properties in Thermally Welded Low Density Polyethylene Blown Film\u003cbr\u003e• Plastics Failure Due to Oxidative Degradation in Processing and Service\u003cbr\u003e• Comparing the Long Term Behavior of Tough Polyethylenes by Craze Testing\u003cbr\u003e• Crack Propagation in Continuous Glass Fiber\/Polypropylene Composites\u003cbr\u003e• Freeze-Thaw Durability of Composites for Civil Infrastructure\u003cbr\u003e• Temperature-Moisture-Mechanical Response of Vinyl Ester Resins and Pultruded Vinyl Ester\/e-glass Laminated Composites\u003cbr\u003e• Fracture Behavior of Polypropylene Modified with Metallocene Catalyzed Polyolefin\u003cbr\u003e• Mechanical Performance of Polyamides with Influence of Moisture and Temperature\u003cbr\u003e• Shelf Life Failure Prediction Considerations for Irradiated Polypropylene Medical Devices\u003cbr\u003e• Environmental Stress Cracking of ABS IIRadiation Resistance of Multilayer Films by Instrumented Impact Testing\u003cbr\u003e• Mechanical Behavior of Fabric Film Laminates\u003cbr\u003e• Determining Etch Compensation Factors for Printed Circuit Boards\u003cbr\u003e• Estimation of Long-Term Properties of Epoxies in Body Fluids\u003cbr\u003e• Aspects of the Tensile Response of Random Continuous Glass\/Epoxy Composites\u003cbr\u003e• Residual Stress Development in Marine Coatings under Simulated Service Conditions\u003cbr\u003e• Evaluation of a Yield Criteria and Energy Absorbing Mechanisms of Rubber Modified Epoxies in the Multiaxial Stress States\u003cbr\u003e• Design Aids for Preventing Brittle Failure in Polycarbonate and Polyetherimide\u003cbr\u003e• Effect of Scale on Mechanical Performance of PMMA\u003cbr\u003e• Defect Cost Analysis\u003cbr\u003e• 10 Common Pitfalls in Thin-Wall Plastic Part Design\u003cbr\u003e• Strategies for the Evaluation of Weathering-Induced Failure of Polymers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\nDr. John Moalli received his doctorate in Polymers from MIT and currently serves as Director of Exponent Failure Analysis Associates' Materials Science and Mechanical Engineering group. He addresses issues related to plastics, composite materials, rubbers, adhesives, and general materials science. His specialties include product design and development, analysis of fracture surfaces, combustion behavior, experimental mechanical property evaluation, development of constitutive relations, patent analysis, and risk analysis in polymer and polymer composite systems. His current areas of research pertain to the evaluation of polymers in medical, automotive, construction, recreational, and other environments.","published_at":"2017-06-22T21:13:33-04:00","created_at":"2017-06-22T21:13:33-04:00","vendor":"Chemtec Publishing","type":"Book","tags":["2001","ABS","acrylic polymers","activation energy","aging","analysis","balloons","book","brake cups","cables","circuits","coatings","composite","coolers","craze","creep-rupture","defect","durability","electronic packages","failure","fatigue","fiber","films","fittings","fractography","fracture","Gardner","GIGO","housings","impact","implants","membranes","microscopy","morphology","multi-axial stress","oxidative induction time","p-testing","packaging","pipe","plastic","plumbing","polyethylene","polymer","polypropylene","punch resistance","reinforcement","residual","semi-crystalline","stress","structures","switches","syndrome","tapes","thermoplastics","toughness","vessels","window"],"price":22000,"price_min":22000,"price_max":22000,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":43378361028,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Plastics Failure Analysis and Prevention","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":22000,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"978-1-884207-92-1","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/1-884207-92-8.jpg?v=1503687407"],"featured_image":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/1-884207-92-8.jpg?v=1503687407","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":410019364957,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.767,"height":450,"width":345,"src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/1-884207-92-8.jpg?v=1503687407"},"aspect_ratio":0.767,"height":450,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/1-884207-92-8.jpg?v=1503687407","width":345}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: John Moalli, Editor \u003cbr\u003e10-ISBN 1-884207-92-8 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e13-ISBN 978-1-884207-92-1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePages: 341, Figures: 284 , Tables: 42\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nGeneral methods of product failure evaluation give powerful tools in product improvement. Such methods, discussed in the book, include practical risk analysis, failure mode and effect analysis, preliminary hazard analysis, progressive failure analysis, fault tree analysis, mean time between failures, Wohler curves, finite element analysis, cohesive zone model, crack propagation kinetics, time-temperature collectives, quantitative characterization of fatigue damage, and fracture maps. These methods are broadly used in some industries such as automotive industry and can be successfully applied to other industries.\u003cbr\u003eMethods of failure analysis are critical to for material improvement and they are broadly discussed in this book. Fractography of plastics is relatively a new field, which has many commonalities with fractography of metals. Here various aspects of fractography of plastics and metals are compared and contrasted. Fractography application in studies of static and cycling loading of ABS is also discussed. Other methods include SEM, SAXS, FTIR, DSC, DMA, GC\/MS, optical microscopy, fatigue behavior, multi-axial stress, residual stress analysis, punch resistance, creep-rupture, impact, oxidative induction time, craze testing, defect analysis, fracture toughness, the activation energy of degradation.\u003cbr\u003eConsidering that product joints are the most common sites of failure this subject is analyzed in detail. Snap-fit joints failure of plastic housing is analyzed aiming at the improvement of product reliability by the redesign of the method of joining. Multiply welding effect on materials durability is discussed for a broad range of temperatures of processing and performance. Effect of hot plate welding on weld properties and morphology is considered in the comparison of different methods of testing. Mechanical fasteners are investigated under mechanical loads and temperature variations.\u003cbr\u003eMany products have ductile properties or necking behavior which are another frequent cause of failure discussed here. Fatigue properties and fatigue failure mechanisms are discussed in detail since they cause many materials to fail. \u003cbr\u003eMany references are given in this book to real products and real cases of their failure. The products discussed include office equipment, automotive compressed fuel gas system, pipes, polymer blends, blow molded parts, layered, cross-ply and continuous fiber composites, printed circuits, electronic packages, hip implants, blown and multi-layered films, construction materials, component housings, brake cups, composite pressure vessels, swamp coolers, electrical cables, plumbing fittings, medical devices, medical packaging, strapping tapes, balloons, marine coatings, thermal switches, pressure relief membranes, pharmaceutical products, window profiles, and bone cements.\u003cbr\u003eMany common methods of material analysis are compared in this book. For example, the effect of internal pressure and testing of tensile properties, factors affecting Gardner impact testing, standard test procedures for structural analysis, methods of exposure of materials to the multidimensional state of stress, and many other.\u003cbr\u003eAttention is given to material morphology and its development during processing as a practical means of material improvement. Orientation effects during welding processes are analyzed in detail. Also, morphological changes of fatigue-induced damage are evaluated for crystalline polymers.\u003cbr\u003eAlso, many different polymers are analyzed here such as polyethylene (LDPE, HDPE, UHMWPE), polypropylene, polyamide, polyoxymethylene, epoxy resins, polyvinyl chloride, polystyrene, polyketone terpolymer, polyimide, polycarbonate, polyurethane, aliphatic copolymers, EPDM, ABS, vinyl ester, aromatic polyamide, polyester, polymethylmethacrylate, polyetherimide\u003cbr\u003eThe book also contains examples of defect cost analysis which shows that improvement of product quality by the above discussed methods is a very economical means of process engineering and technology selection. Some chapters contain a discussion of 10 common pitfalls in thin-wall plastic part design and outline of strategies for the evaluation of weather induced failure of polymers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Practical Risk Analysis—As a Tool for Minimizing Plastic Product Failure\u003cbr\u003e• Avoiding the GIGO Syndrome\u003cbr\u003e• Defect Analysis and High Density Polyethylene Pipe Durability\u003cbr\u003e• Progressive Failure Analysis of Fiber Composite Structures\u003cbr\u003e• Failure Analysis Models for Polyacetal Molded Fittings in Plumbing Systems\u003cbr\u003e• Estimation of Time-Temperature-Collectives in Describing Aging of Polymer Materials\u003cbr\u003e• Fractography of Metals and Plastics\u003cbr\u003e• Fractography of ABS\u003cbr\u003e• Attachment Design Analysis of a Plastic Housing Joined with Snap-Fits\u003cbr\u003e• Joint Performance of Mechanical Fasteners under Dynamic Load\u003cbr\u003e• Morphological Study of Fatigue Induced Damage in Semi-Crystalline Polymers\u003cbr\u003e• Ductile Failure and Delayed Necking in Polyethylene\u003cbr\u003e• Fatigue Behavior of Discontinuous Glass Fiber Reinforced Polypropylene\u003cbr\u003e• Translating Failure into Success—Lessons Learned from Product Failure Analysis\u003cbr\u003e• Case Studies of Plastics Failure Related to Improper Formulation\u003cbr\u003e• Case Studies of Inadvertent Interactions between Polymers and Devices in Field Applications\u003cbr\u003e• Factors Affecting Variation in Gardner Impact Testing\u003cbr\u003e• Standard Test Procedures for Relevant Material Properties for Structural Analysis\u003cbr\u003e• The Influence of Multidimensional State of Stress on the Mechanical Properties of Thermoplastics\u003cbr\u003e• The Influence of Morphology on the Impact Performance of an Impact Modified PP\/PS Alloy\u003cbr\u003e• Morphology and Mechanical Behavior of Polypropylene Hot Plate Welds\u003cbr\u003e• Orientation Effects on the Weldability of Polypropylene Strapping Tape\u003cbr\u003e• Activation Energies of Polymer Degradation\u003cbr\u003e• Effects of Processing Conditions on the Failure Mode of an Aliphatic Polyketone Teropolymer\u003cbr\u003e• Durability Study of Conductive Copper Traces within Polyimide Based Substrates\u003cbr\u003e• The Role of Heat Affected Zone (HAZ) on Mechanical Properties in Thermally Welded Low Density Polyethylene Blown Film\u003cbr\u003e• Plastics Failure Due to Oxidative Degradation in Processing and Service\u003cbr\u003e• Comparing the Long Term Behavior of Tough Polyethylenes by Craze Testing\u003cbr\u003e• Crack Propagation in Continuous Glass Fiber\/Polypropylene Composites\u003cbr\u003e• Freeze-Thaw Durability of Composites for Civil Infrastructure\u003cbr\u003e• Temperature-Moisture-Mechanical Response of Vinyl Ester Resins and Pultruded Vinyl Ester\/e-glass Laminated Composites\u003cbr\u003e• Fracture Behavior of Polypropylene Modified with Metallocene Catalyzed Polyolefin\u003cbr\u003e• Mechanical Performance of Polyamides with Influence of Moisture and Temperature\u003cbr\u003e• Shelf Life Failure Prediction Considerations for Irradiated Polypropylene Medical Devices\u003cbr\u003e• Environmental Stress Cracking of ABS IIRadiation Resistance of Multilayer Films by Instrumented Impact Testing\u003cbr\u003e• Mechanical Behavior of Fabric Film Laminates\u003cbr\u003e• Determining Etch Compensation Factors for Printed Circuit Boards\u003cbr\u003e• Estimation of Long-Term Properties of Epoxies in Body Fluids\u003cbr\u003e• Aspects of the Tensile Response of Random Continuous Glass\/Epoxy Composites\u003cbr\u003e• Residual Stress Development in Marine Coatings under Simulated Service Conditions\u003cbr\u003e• Evaluation of a Yield Criteria and Energy Absorbing Mechanisms of Rubber Modified Epoxies in the Multiaxial Stress States\u003cbr\u003e• Design Aids for Preventing Brittle Failure in Polycarbonate and Polyetherimide\u003cbr\u003e• Effect of Scale on Mechanical Performance of PMMA\u003cbr\u003e• Defect Cost Analysis\u003cbr\u003e• 10 Common Pitfalls in Thin-Wall Plastic Part Design\u003cbr\u003e• Strategies for the Evaluation of Weathering-Induced Failure of Polymers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\nDr. John Moalli received his doctorate in Polymers from MIT and currently serves as Director of Exponent Failure Analysis Associates' Materials Science and Mechanical Engineering group. He addresses issues related to plastics, composite materials, rubbers, adhesives, and general materials science. His specialties include product design and development, analysis of fracture surfaces, combustion behavior, experimental mechanical property evaluation, development of constitutive relations, patent analysis, and risk analysis in polymer and polymer composite systems. His current areas of research pertain to the evaluation of polymers in medical, automotive, construction, recreational, and other environments."}

Plastics Waste - Feeds...

$144.00

{"id":11242216644,"title":"Plastics Waste - Feedstock Recycling, Chemical Recycling and Incineration","handle":"978-1-85957-331-0","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: Arnold Tukker, TNO \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-85957-331-0 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003epages: 110, figures: 3, tables: 5\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nProtection of our environment is now a global priority and legislation is being introduced in regions such as the European Union to ensure that material usage is maximised. Much of the development work has been pioneered in Germany which introduced very strict recycling laws. This report examines the issue of converting Plastics Waste into energy and\/or useful chemicals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePolymers are generally derived from fossil fuels which are being gradually depleted. Much plastic material is discarded as waste, such as packaging and end-of-life vehicle components. It is essential that we find means to preserve fossil fuels and to reuse materials in some form. Life cycle analysis is being performed on the different methods of disposing of waste plastics to discover the most environmentally friendly methods. Mechanical recycling is often discussed but it is limited by the need to separate and clean used plastics prior to recycling.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis report introduces the different waste management options. It discusses the methods available for treating mixed plastics waste and PVC-rich plastics waste. PVC can cause problems in some processes due to the chlorine content, which can cause corrosion of equipment and potentially generate hazardous gas on combustion. The emphasis in this report is on technologies which are already being used or assessed for use on a commercial scale. Comparisons are made between the different types of recycling currently available in terms of life cycle assessment and environmental impact.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe EU draft directive on Packaging waste includes definitions of the types of recycling. Chemical recycling implies a change of the chemical structure of the material, but in such a way that the resulting chemicals can be used to produce the original material again. Such processes include monomer recover. There are few commercial techniques available which accomplish this, one outstanding example is nylon carpet recycling. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeedstock recycling is discussed extensively in this review. It is defined as a change in the chemical structure of the material, where the resulting chemicals are used for another purpose than producing the original material. Methods have been developed including the Texaco gasification process, polymer cracking, the BASF conversion process, the Veba Combi cracking process, BSL incineration process, the Akzo Nobel steam gasification process, the Linde gasification process, the NKT pyrolysis process and pressurised fixed bed gasification from SVZ. Typical feedstocks generated include synthesis gas, containing mainly CO and H2. By-products such as chlorides are generally sold on for other processes and slag can be used in applications such as a building. The energy released during these processes is generally used or recovered.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlternatives to feedstock recycling include cement kilns (energy recovery), the Solvay Vinyloop PVC-recovery process, mechanical recycling, landfill and municipal solid waste incinerators (energy recovery). These processes are briefly discussed and compared to feedstock recycling as methods of disposing of plastics wastes. The commercial viability of each process is examined.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis report is accompanied by around 400 abstracts from papers in the Rapra Polymer Library. This selection includes references to feedstock and chemical recycling, but also methods of energy recovery and the Vinyloop process.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e2 Plastics Waste Recycling: An Overview\u003cbr\u003e3 Feedstock Recycling of Mixed Plastic Waste\u003cbr\u003e3.1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e3.2 Texaco Gasification Process\u003cbr\u003e3.3 The Polymer Cracking Process (Consortium Project)\u003cbr\u003e3.4 The BASF Conversion Process\u003cbr\u003e3.5 Use of Mixed Plastic Waste in Blast Furnaces\u003cbr\u003e3.6 Veba Combi Cracking Process\u003cbr\u003e3.7 SVZ Gasification Process\u003cbr\u003e4 Feedstock Recycling of PVC-Rich Waste\u003cbr\u003e4.1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e4.2 BSL Incineration Process\u003cbr\u003e4.3 Akzo Nobel Steam Gasification Process\u003cbr\u003e4.4 Linde Gasification Process\u003cbr\u003e4.5 NKT Pyrolysis Process\u003cbr\u003e5 Dedicated Chemical Recycling for Specific Plastics\u003cbr\u003e5.1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e5.2 PET\u003cbr\u003e5.3 PUR\u003cbr\u003e5.4 Nylon from Carpets\u003cbr\u003e6 Other Treatment Options for Mixed Plastic Waste\u003cbr\u003e6.1 Alternatives to Feedstock Recycling\u003cbr\u003e6.2 The Vinyloop PVC-Recovery Process\u003cbr\u003e6.3 Cement Kilns (Energy Recovery)\u003cbr\u003e6.4 Municipal Solid Waste Incinerators (with Energy Recovery)\u003cbr\u003e6.5 Mechanical Recycling and Landfill\u003cbr\u003e7 Pros and Cons of the Different Treatment Routes\u003cbr\u003e7.1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e7.2 Discussion of Environmental Effects\u003cbr\u003e7.3 Discussion of Economic Aspects\u003cbr\u003e8 Overall Conclusions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\nDr. Arnold Tukker is a manager at TNO, Netherlands and a chemist by training. He has published widely in the field of eco-efficiency and waste management, with reports for the EU among others on topics such as PVC waste management. His focus is on practical, applied solutions to problems rather than theoretical research.","published_at":"2017-06-22T21:13:30-04:00","created_at":"2017-06-22T21:13:30-04:00","vendor":"Chemtec Publishing","type":"Book","tags":["2002","book","conversion","cracking","feedstock recycling","gasification","management","plastics","polymer","process","recycling","reports","rubber","scrap","tires","waste"],"price":14400,"price_min":14400,"price_max":14400,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":43378358724,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Plastics Waste - Feedstock Recycling, Chemical Recycling and Incineration","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":14400,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"978-1-85957-331-0","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-85957-331-0.jpg?v=1499914128"],"featured_image":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-85957-331-0.jpg?v=1499914128","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":358548537437,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.767,"height":450,"width":345,"src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-85957-331-0.jpg?v=1499914128"},"aspect_ratio":0.767,"height":450,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-85957-331-0.jpg?v=1499914128","width":345}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: Arnold Tukker, TNO \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-85957-331-0 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003epages: 110, figures: 3, tables: 5\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nProtection of our environment is now a global priority and legislation is being introduced in regions such as the European Union to ensure that material usage is maximised. Much of the development work has been pioneered in Germany which introduced very strict recycling laws. This report examines the issue of converting Plastics Waste into energy and\/or useful chemicals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePolymers are generally derived from fossil fuels which are being gradually depleted. Much plastic material is discarded as waste, such as packaging and end-of-life vehicle components. It is essential that we find means to preserve fossil fuels and to reuse materials in some form. Life cycle analysis is being performed on the different methods of disposing of waste plastics to discover the most environmentally friendly methods. Mechanical recycling is often discussed but it is limited by the need to separate and clean used plastics prior to recycling.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis report introduces the different waste management options. It discusses the methods available for treating mixed plastics waste and PVC-rich plastics waste. PVC can cause problems in some processes due to the chlorine content, which can cause corrosion of equipment and potentially generate hazardous gas on combustion. The emphasis in this report is on technologies which are already being used or assessed for use on a commercial scale. Comparisons are made between the different types of recycling currently available in terms of life cycle assessment and environmental impact.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe EU draft directive on Packaging waste includes definitions of the types of recycling. Chemical recycling implies a change of the chemical structure of the material, but in such a way that the resulting chemicals can be used to produce the original material again. Such processes include monomer recover. There are few commercial techniques available which accomplish this, one outstanding example is nylon carpet recycling. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeedstock recycling is discussed extensively in this review. It is defined as a change in the chemical structure of the material, where the resulting chemicals are used for another purpose than producing the original material. Methods have been developed including the Texaco gasification process, polymer cracking, the BASF conversion process, the Veba Combi cracking process, BSL incineration process, the Akzo Nobel steam gasification process, the Linde gasification process, the NKT pyrolysis process and pressurised fixed bed gasification from SVZ. Typical feedstocks generated include synthesis gas, containing mainly CO and H2. By-products such as chlorides are generally sold on for other processes and slag can be used in applications such as a building. The energy released during these processes is generally used or recovered.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlternatives to feedstock recycling include cement kilns (energy recovery), the Solvay Vinyloop PVC-recovery process, mechanical recycling, landfill and municipal solid waste incinerators (energy recovery). These processes are briefly discussed and compared to feedstock recycling as methods of disposing of plastics wastes. The commercial viability of each process is examined.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis report is accompanied by around 400 abstracts from papers in the Rapra Polymer Library. This selection includes references to feedstock and chemical recycling, but also methods of energy recovery and the Vinyloop process.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e2 Plastics Waste Recycling: An Overview\u003cbr\u003e3 Feedstock Recycling of Mixed Plastic Waste\u003cbr\u003e3.1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e3.2 Texaco Gasification Process\u003cbr\u003e3.3 The Polymer Cracking Process (Consortium Project)\u003cbr\u003e3.4 The BASF Conversion Process\u003cbr\u003e3.5 Use of Mixed Plastic Waste in Blast Furnaces\u003cbr\u003e3.6 Veba Combi Cracking Process\u003cbr\u003e3.7 SVZ Gasification Process\u003cbr\u003e4 Feedstock Recycling of PVC-Rich Waste\u003cbr\u003e4.1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e4.2 BSL Incineration Process\u003cbr\u003e4.3 Akzo Nobel Steam Gasification Process\u003cbr\u003e4.4 Linde Gasification Process\u003cbr\u003e4.5 NKT Pyrolysis Process\u003cbr\u003e5 Dedicated Chemical Recycling for Specific Plastics\u003cbr\u003e5.1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e5.2 PET\u003cbr\u003e5.3 PUR\u003cbr\u003e5.4 Nylon from Carpets\u003cbr\u003e6 Other Treatment Options for Mixed Plastic Waste\u003cbr\u003e6.1 Alternatives to Feedstock Recycling\u003cbr\u003e6.2 The Vinyloop PVC-Recovery Process\u003cbr\u003e6.3 Cement Kilns (Energy Recovery)\u003cbr\u003e6.4 Municipal Solid Waste Incinerators (with Energy Recovery)\u003cbr\u003e6.5 Mechanical Recycling and Landfill\u003cbr\u003e7 Pros and Cons of the Different Treatment Routes\u003cbr\u003e7.1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e7.2 Discussion of Environmental Effects\u003cbr\u003e7.3 Discussion of Economic Aspects\u003cbr\u003e8 Overall Conclusions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\nDr. Arnold Tukker is a manager at TNO, Netherlands and a chemist by training. He has published widely in the field of eco-efficiency and waste management, with reports for the EU among others on topics such as PVC waste management. His focus is on practical, applied solutions to problems rather than theoretical research."}

Polymer Blends and All...

$120.00

{"id":11242253444,"title":"Polymer Blends and Alloys. Japanese Patent Content, 1975-85","handle":"1-895198-21-6","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor: Reiji Mezaki and Guang-Hui Ma \u003cbr\u003e10-ISBN 1-895198-21-6 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e13-ISBN 978-1-895198-21-8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMitsubishi Research Institute \u0026amp; Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology, Tokyo, Japan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nNearly 55% of world patents in polymer blends and alloys are issued in Japan, and only a fraction of those is ever available in English translation (Chemical Abstracts, the most extensive source, includes short notes on less than 80% Japanese Patents). This creates two problems: inventors from countries other than Japan do not have sufficient information on new developments and many inventions are contested because they infringe on already given rights. Japanese consumer products have a dominant position in various areas of the world market. It is less recognized that this competitive advantage is partly due to a leadership position in materials used. Cars, radios, cameras, computers, etc., have a high content of the engineering plastics - the subject of the book. Due to a large number of patents issued in Japan on polymer blends, several volumes were already published with the aim to report currently filed applications. The currently available volumes are listed below. Each volume contains a complete review of patent applications in Japan in the area of blends. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEach patent is described according to the same pattern, including:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePatent number\u003cbr\u003eDate of laid open\u003cbr\u003eDate of application\u003cbr\u003eNames of inventors\u003cbr\u003eName of company\u003cbr\u003eTitle\u003cbr\u003eComposition of materials and methods of components preparation\u003cbr\u003eMethod of blend production\u003cbr\u003eMethods of blend processing in applications\u003cbr\u003eIntended applications\u003cbr\u003eAdvantages of blend.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFollowing this consistent pattern of presentation and precise indexing system results in book easy to use (required information can be retrieved in minutes). Chemical formulas allow easy comparison with other similar products. Many other searches are possible. For example, polymers and polymer combinations used for particular application, the activity of a particular company in polymer blends and the direction of their efforts, advantages of blending with various polymers, etc. The volumes contain a description of from 800 to over 1000 patents issued in a current year. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpected readership includes the specialists in academia and industry in polymer chemistry, synthesis, technology, and processing, material science, molding, extrusion, new final product development, product design. The book is an invaluable source for patent offices and lawyers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","published_at":"2018-02-10T08:45:59-05:00","created_at":"2017-06-22T21:15:25-04:00","vendor":"Chemtec Publishing","type":"Book","tags":["1975-85","alloys","blends","book","japan","japanese patnet","p-structural","polymer","polymers"],"price":12000,"price_min":12000,"price_max":12000,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":43378485060,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Polymer Blends and Alloys. Japanese Patent Content, 1975-85","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":12000,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"978-1-895198-21-8","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":[],"featured_image":null,"options":["Title"],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor: Reiji Mezaki and Guang-Hui Ma \u003cbr\u003e10-ISBN 1-895198-21-6 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e13-ISBN 978-1-895198-21-8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMitsubishi Research Institute \u0026amp; Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology, Tokyo, Japan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nNearly 55% of world patents in polymer blends and alloys are issued in Japan, and only a fraction of those is ever available in English translation (Chemical Abstracts, the most extensive source, includes short notes on less than 80% Japanese Patents). This creates two problems: inventors from countries other than Japan do not have sufficient information on new developments and many inventions are contested because they infringe on already given rights. Japanese consumer products have a dominant position in various areas of the world market. It is less recognized that this competitive advantage is partly due to a leadership position in materials used. Cars, radios, cameras, computers, etc., have a high content of the engineering plastics - the subject of the book. Due to a large number of patents issued in Japan on polymer blends, several volumes were already published with the aim to report currently filed applications. The currently available volumes are listed below. Each volume contains a complete review of patent applications in Japan in the area of blends. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEach patent is described according to the same pattern, including:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePatent number\u003cbr\u003eDate of laid open\u003cbr\u003eDate of application\u003cbr\u003eNames of inventors\u003cbr\u003eName of company\u003cbr\u003eTitle\u003cbr\u003eComposition of materials and methods of components preparation\u003cbr\u003eMethod of blend production\u003cbr\u003eMethods of blend processing in applications\u003cbr\u003eIntended applications\u003cbr\u003eAdvantages of blend.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFollowing this consistent pattern of presentation and precise indexing system results in book easy to use (required information can be retrieved in minutes). Chemical formulas allow easy comparison with other similar products. Many other searches are possible. For example, polymers and polymer combinations used for particular application, the activity of a particular company in polymer blends and the direction of their efforts, advantages of blending with various polymers, etc. The volumes contain a description of from 800 to over 1000 patents issued in a current year. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpected readership includes the specialists in academia and industry in polymer chemistry, synthesis, technology, and processing, material science, molding, extrusion, new final product development, product design. The book is an invaluable source for patent offices and lawyers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e"}

Polymer Blends and All...

$120.00

{"id":11242253060,"title":"Polymer Blends and Alloys. Japanese Patent Content, 1992","handle":"1-895198-13-5","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: Reiji Mezaki \u003cbr\u003e10-ISBN 1-895198-13-5 \u003cbr\u003e13-ISBN 978-1-895198-13-3\u003cbr\u003e415 pages\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nNearly 55% of world patents in polymer blends and alloys are issued in Japan, and only a fraction of those is ever available in English translation (Chemical Abstracts, the most extensive source, includes short notes on less than 80% Japanese Patents). This creates two problems: inventors from countries other than Japan do not have sufficient information on new developments and many inventions are contested because they infringe on already given rights. Japanese consumer products have a dominant position in various areas of the world market. It is less recognized that this competitive advantage is partly due to a leadership position in materials used. Cars, radios, cameras, computers, etc., have a high content of the engineering plastics - the subject of the book. Due to a large number of patents issued in Japan on polymer blends, several volumes were already published with the aim to report currently filed applications. The currently available volumes are listed below. 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For example, polymers and polymer combinations used for particular application, the activity of a particular company in polymer blends and the direction of their efforts, advantages of blending with various polymers, etc. The volumes contain a description of from 800 to over 1000 patents issued in a current year. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpected readership includes the specialists in academia and industry in polymer chemistry, synthesis, technology, and processing, material science, molding, extrusion, new final product development, product design. 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Japanese Patent Content, 1992","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":12000,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"978-1-895198-13-3","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":[],"featured_image":null,"options":["Title"],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: Reiji Mezaki \u003cbr\u003e10-ISBN 1-895198-13-5 \u003cbr\u003e13-ISBN 978-1-895198-13-3\u003cbr\u003e415 pages\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nNearly 55% of world patents in polymer blends and alloys are issued in Japan, and only a fraction of those is ever available in English translation (Chemical Abstracts, the most extensive source, includes short notes on less than 80% Japanese Patents). This creates two problems: inventors from countries other than Japan do not have sufficient information on new developments and many inventions are contested because they infringe on already given rights. Japanese consumer products have a dominant position in various areas of the world market. It is less recognized that this competitive advantage is partly due to a leadership position in materials used. Cars, radios, cameras, computers, etc., have a high content of the engineering plastics - the subject of the book. Due to a large number of patents issued in Japan on polymer blends, several volumes were already published with the aim to report currently filed applications. The currently available volumes are listed below. Each volume contains a complete review of patent applications in Japan in the area of blends. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEach patent is described according to the same pattern, including:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePatent number\u003cbr\u003eDate of laid open\u003cbr\u003eDate of application\u003cbr\u003eNames of inventors\u003cbr\u003eName of company\u003cbr\u003eTitle\u003cbr\u003eComposition of materials and methods of components preparation\u003cbr\u003eMethod of blend production\u003cbr\u003eMethods of blend processing in applications\u003cbr\u003eIntended applications\u003cbr\u003eAdvantages of blend.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFollowing this consistent pattern of presentation and precise indexing system results in book easy to use (required information can be retrieved in minutes). Chemical formulas allow easy comparison with other similar products. Many other searches are possible. For example, polymers and polymer combinations used for particular application, the activity of a particular company in polymer blends and the direction of their efforts, advantages of blending with various polymers, etc. The volumes contain a description of from 800 to over 1000 patents issued in a current year. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpected readership includes the specialists in academia and industry in polymer chemistry, synthesis, technology, and processing, material science, molding, extrusion, new final product development, product design. The book is an invaluable source for patent offices and lawyers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e"}

Polymer Bonding 2004

$180.00

{"id":11242250564,"title":"Polymer Bonding 2004","handle":"978-1-85957-446-1","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: Conference Proceedings \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-85957-446-1 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e160 pages\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nThe conference aimed to widen the area of discussion from a purely rubber or purely plastic based topic to include those additional related bonding application areas. Papers discussing bonding within the polymer industries and from academic researchers will enable the reader to more fully understand the problems and their solutions for the bonding between polymers and a wide range of substrates. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTopics covered at Polymer Bonding 2004 include: latest material advances, new processing technologies, analysis of bonding techniques, progress in application technology, formulation advancement, and business and industry issues\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\nSESSION 1: TECHNOLOGY OVERVIEW \u003cbr\u003eA Review of Recent Developments in Bonding of Steel Products for Rubbers and Plastics Reinforcement\u003cbr\u003eDr. Daniel Mauer, N.V. Bekaert S.A. (Bekaert Technology Centre), Belgium \u003cbr\u003eStrength vs Durability of Rubber-Metal Bonds Factor: Effects from Processing and Chemistry\u003cbr\u003eMr. RJ DelVecchio, Technical Consulting Services, USA \u003cbr\u003eQuantum Leap in Polymer Innovation Performance through Advanced Technology Management\u003cbr\u003eDr. Wolfram Keller, P R T M, Germany \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSESSION 2: POLYMER BONDING ANALYSIS \u003cbr\u003eCan Test Pieces Predict Component Performance?\u003cbr\u003eDr. Marina Fernando, Charles Forge \u0026amp; Jonathan Clarke, TARRC, UK \u003cbr\u003eThe Development and Exploitation of Accelerated Durability Tests - The new ASTM D429 Method G immersion Test and Potential Future Developments\u003cbr\u003eMr. Peter Hansen, MERL, UK \u003cbr\u003eAnalysis of Adhesion Differences by Nano-Indentation and Cure Kinetics in a Rubber-Glass Composite\u003cbr\u003eDr. Chris Stevens, NGF EUROPE Ltd, UK \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSESSION 3: NOVEL BONDING TECHNIQUES AND APPLICATIONS \u003cbr\u003eBonding Cellulosic Substrates to Polyolefins without Corona treatment or use of a Primer. Special one-component water-based adhesive\u003cbr\u003eMr. Stelios Theocharidis, Viscol, Greece \u003cbr\u003eA Shift Toward Two Component Adhesive Packaging that Fits in Standard Caulking Guns\u003cbr\u003eMs. Meghann Horner \u0026amp; Crispin Dean, TAH Europe Inc, UK \u0026amp; Dan Mottram, TAH Industries, USA \u003cbr\u003eHybrid Nonisocyanate Polyurethane Adhesives\u003cbr\u003eProf. Oleg Figovsky, EFM -Environmentally Friendly Materials GmbH, Germany \u003cbr\u003eBonding Plastics with Cyanoacrylates and UV Curing Adhesives\u003cbr\u003eMr. Bob Goss, Henkel Loctite Adhesives Ltd, UK \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSESSION 4: DEVELOPMENTS IN BONDING TECHNOLOGY \u003cbr\u003eReactive Fluid Bonding Systems\u003cbr\u003eDr. Daniel L Neuman, DuPont Dow Elastomers, USA \u003cbr\u003eWater Based Bonding Agents\u003cbr\u003eMr. Greg Rawlinson \u0026amp; Dr. Keith Worthington, Chemical Innovations Limited (CIL), UK \u003cbr\u003eHard-Soft Combinations with Silicone Rubber - Innovative Technical Solutions\u003cbr\u003eDr. Joachim Hegge, \u0026amp; Stefan Rist, GE Bayer Silicone GmbH \u0026amp; Co. KG, Germany \u003cbr\u003eOne Component Bonding Agents Technology for Anti Vibration Automotive Parts Production\u003cbr\u003eMr. Aissa Benarous, Chemical Innovations Limited (CIL), UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","published_at":"2017-06-22T21:15:16-04:00","created_at":"2017-06-22T21:15:16-04:00","vendor":"Chemtec Publishing","type":"Book","tags":["2004","acrylic polymers","aramid","ASTM","bonding","bonds","book","cellulosic","corona","curing","cyanoacrylates","durability","metal","p-properties","plastics","polyamide","polymer","polyolefins","reinforcement","rubber","silicone","steel","strength","UV"],"price":18000,"price_min":18000,"price_max":18000,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":43378471940,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Polymer Bonding 2004","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":18000,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"978-1-85957-446-1","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":[],"featured_image":null,"options":["Title"],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: Conference Proceedings \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-85957-446-1 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e160 pages\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nThe conference aimed to widen the area of discussion from a purely rubber or purely plastic based topic to include those additional related bonding application areas. Papers discussing bonding within the polymer industries and from academic researchers will enable the reader to more fully understand the problems and their solutions for the bonding between polymers and a wide range of substrates. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTopics covered at Polymer Bonding 2004 include: latest material advances, new processing technologies, analysis of bonding techniques, progress in application technology, formulation advancement, and business and industry issues\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\nSESSION 1: TECHNOLOGY OVERVIEW \u003cbr\u003eA Review of Recent Developments in Bonding of Steel Products for Rubbers and Plastics Reinforcement\u003cbr\u003eDr. Daniel Mauer, N.V. Bekaert S.A. (Bekaert Technology Centre), Belgium \u003cbr\u003eStrength vs Durability of Rubber-Metal Bonds Factor: Effects from Processing and Chemistry\u003cbr\u003eMr. RJ DelVecchio, Technical Consulting Services, USA \u003cbr\u003eQuantum Leap in Polymer Innovation Performance through Advanced Technology Management\u003cbr\u003eDr. Wolfram Keller, P R T M, Germany \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSESSION 2: POLYMER BONDING ANALYSIS \u003cbr\u003eCan Test Pieces Predict Component Performance?\u003cbr\u003eDr. Marina Fernando, Charles Forge \u0026amp; Jonathan Clarke, TARRC, UK \u003cbr\u003eThe Development and Exploitation of Accelerated Durability Tests - The new ASTM D429 Method G immersion Test and Potential Future Developments\u003cbr\u003eMr. Peter Hansen, MERL, UK \u003cbr\u003eAnalysis of Adhesion Differences by Nano-Indentation and Cure Kinetics in a Rubber-Glass Composite\u003cbr\u003eDr. Chris Stevens, NGF EUROPE Ltd, UK \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSESSION 3: NOVEL BONDING TECHNIQUES AND APPLICATIONS \u003cbr\u003eBonding Cellulosic Substrates to Polyolefins without Corona treatment or use of a Primer. Special one-component water-based adhesive\u003cbr\u003eMr. Stelios Theocharidis, Viscol, Greece \u003cbr\u003eA Shift Toward Two Component Adhesive Packaging that Fits in Standard Caulking Guns\u003cbr\u003eMs. Meghann Horner \u0026amp; Crispin Dean, TAH Europe Inc, UK \u0026amp; Dan Mottram, TAH Industries, USA \u003cbr\u003eHybrid Nonisocyanate Polyurethane Adhesives\u003cbr\u003eProf. Oleg Figovsky, EFM -Environmentally Friendly Materials GmbH, Germany \u003cbr\u003eBonding Plastics with Cyanoacrylates and UV Curing Adhesives\u003cbr\u003eMr. Bob Goss, Henkel Loctite Adhesives Ltd, UK \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSESSION 4: DEVELOPMENTS IN BONDING TECHNOLOGY \u003cbr\u003eReactive Fluid Bonding Systems\u003cbr\u003eDr. Daniel L Neuman, DuPont Dow Elastomers, USA \u003cbr\u003eWater Based Bonding Agents\u003cbr\u003eMr. Greg Rawlinson \u0026amp; Dr. Keith Worthington, Chemical Innovations Limited (CIL), UK \u003cbr\u003eHard-Soft Combinations with Silicone Rubber - Innovative Technical Solutions\u003cbr\u003eDr. Joachim Hegge, \u0026amp; Stefan Rist, GE Bayer Silicone GmbH \u0026amp; Co. KG, Germany \u003cbr\u003eOne Component Bonding Agents Technology for Anti Vibration Automotive Parts Production\u003cbr\u003eMr. Aissa Benarous, Chemical Innovations Limited (CIL), UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e"}

Polymer Electronics - ...

$180.00

{"id":11242242692,"title":"Polymer Electronics - A Flexible Technology","handle":"978-1-84735-422-8","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: Various \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-84735-422-8 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003epages 158, hard cover\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'The worldwide market for polymer electronic products has been estimated to be worth up to £15 billion by 2015 and the opportunity for new markets could be as high as £125billion by 2025.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rapid development of polymer electronics has revealed the possibility for transforming the electronics market by offering lighter, flexible and more cost effective alternatives to conventional materials and products. With applications ranging from printed, flexible conductors and novel semiconductor components to intelligent labels and large area displays and solar panels, products that were previously unimaginable are now beginning to be commercialised. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePolymer Electronics - A Flexible Technology from iSmithers Rapra, is designed to inform researchers, material suppliers, component fabricators and electronics manufacturers of the latest research and developments in this dynamic and rapidly evolving field. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis authoritative book is written by a number of authors all of whom work for companies at the cutting edge of these new technologies and will prove to be a valuable reference to all involved in this field.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n1. Roadmap for Organic and Printed Electronics\u003cbr\u003e2. Technical Issues in Printed Electrodes for All-Printed Thin-Film Transistor Applications \u003cbr\u003e3. All-Printed Flexible Organic Light-emitting Diodes\u003cbr\u003e4. Inkjet Printing and Electrospinning for Printed Electronics\u003cbr\u003e5. Highly Conductive Plastics - Custom-formulated Functional Materials for Injection Mouldable Electronic Applications (Sample Chapter - click above to view)\u003cbr\u003e6. Additives in Polymer Electronics\u003cbr\u003e7. A Facile Route to Organic Nanocomposite Dispersions of Polyaniline - single Wall Carbon Nanotubes\u003cbr\u003e8. Preparation and Characterisation of Novel Electrical Conductive Rubber Blends\u003cbr\u003e9. Solar Textiles \u003cbr\u003e10. Flexible Sensor Array for a Robotic Fingertip Using Organic Thin Film Transistors\u003cbr\u003e11. An Organic Thin Film Transistor Pixel Circuit for Active-Matrix Organic\u003cbr\u003e12. 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With applications ranging from printed, flexible conductors and novel semiconductor components to intelligent labels and large area displays and solar panels, products that were previously unimaginable are now beginning to be commercialised. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePolymer Electronics - A Flexible Technology from iSmithers Rapra, is designed to inform researchers, material suppliers, component fabricators and electronics manufacturers of the latest research and developments in this dynamic and rapidly evolving field. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis authoritative book is written by a number of authors all of whom work for companies at the cutting edge of these new technologies and will prove to be a valuable reference to all involved in this field.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n1. Roadmap for Organic and Printed Electronics\u003cbr\u003e2. Technical Issues in Printed Electrodes for All-Printed Thin-Film Transistor Applications \u003cbr\u003e3. All-Printed Flexible Organic Light-emitting Diodes\u003cbr\u003e4. Inkjet Printing and Electrospinning for Printed Electronics\u003cbr\u003e5. Highly Conductive Plastics - Custom-formulated Functional Materials for Injection Mouldable Electronic Applications (Sample Chapter - click above to view)\u003cbr\u003e6. Additives in Polymer Electronics\u003cbr\u003e7. A Facile Route to Organic Nanocomposite Dispersions of Polyaniline - single Wall Carbon Nanotubes\u003cbr\u003e8. Preparation and Characterisation of Novel Electrical Conductive Rubber Blends\u003cbr\u003e9. Solar Textiles \u003cbr\u003e10. Flexible Sensor Array for a Robotic Fingertip Using Organic Thin Film Transistors\u003cbr\u003e11. An Organic Thin Film Transistor Pixel Circuit for Active-Matrix Organic\u003cbr\u003e12. Intelligent Packaging for the Food Industry\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e"}

Polymer Reference Book

$297.00

{"id":11242228228,"title":"Polymer Reference Book","handle":"978-1-85957-492-8","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: T.R. Crompton \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-85957-492-8 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePages: 704\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoft-backed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nThis book describes the types of techniques now available to the polymer chemist and technician and discusses their capabilities, limitations, and applications. All types of modern instrumentation are covered including those used in general quality control, research analysis, process monitoring and for determining the mechanical, electrical, thermal and optical characteristics. Aspects such as automated analysis and computerised control of instruments are also included. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book covers not only instrumentation for the determination of metals, non metals, functional groups, polymer structural analysis and end-groups in the main types of polymers now in use commercially, but also the analysis of minor non-polymeric components of the polymer formulation, whether they be deliberately added, such as processing additives, or whether they occur adventitiously, such as residual volatiles and monomers and water. Fingerprinting techniques for the rapid identification of polymers and methods for the examination of polymer surfaces and polymer defects are also discussed. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book gives an up-to-date and thorough exposition of the present state-of-the-art of the theory and availability of instrumentation needed to effect chemical and physical analysis of polymers. Over 1,800 references are included. The book should be of great interest to all those who are engaged in the examination of polymers in industry, university research establishments, and general education. The book is intended for all staff who are concerned with instrumentation in the polymer laboratory, including laboratory designers, work planners, chemists, engineers, chemical engineers and those concerned with the implementation of specifications and process control.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\nPreface \u003cbr\u003e1 Determination of Metals\u003cbr\u003e1.1 Destructive Techniques\u003cbr\u003e1.1.1 Atomic Absorption Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e1.1.2 Graphite Furnace Atomic Absorption Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e1.1.3 Atom Trapping Technique\u003cbr\u003e1.1.4 Vapour Generation Atomic Absorption Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e1.1.5 Zeeman Atomic Absorption Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e1.1.6 Inductively Coupled Plasma Atomic Emission Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e1.1.7 Hybrid Inductively Coupled Plasma Techniques\u003cbr\u003e1.1.8 Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometry–Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e1.1.9 Pre-concentration Atomic Absorption Spectrometry Techniques\u003cbr\u003e1.1.10 Microprocessors\u003cbr\u003e1.11 Autosamplers\u003cbr\u003e1.1.12 Applications: Atomic Absorption Spectrometric Determination of Metals\u003cbr\u003e1.1.13 Visible and UV Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e1.1.14 Polarography and Voltammetry\u003cbr\u003e1.1.15 Ion Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e1.2 Non-destructive Methods\u003cbr\u003e1.2.1 X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e1.2.2 Neutron Activation Analysis \u003cbr\u003e2 Non-metallic Elements\u003cbr\u003e2.1 Instrumentation: Furnace Combustion Methods\u003cbr\u003e2.1.1 Halogens\u003cbr\u003e2.1.2 Sulfur\u003cbr\u003e2.1.3 Total Sulfur\/Total Halogen\u003cbr\u003e2.1.4 Total Bound Nitrogen\u003cbr\u003e2.1.5 Nitrogen, Carbon, and Sulfur\u003cbr\u003e2.1.6 Carbon, Hydrogen, and Nitrogen\u003cbr\u003e2.1.7 Total Organic Carbon\u003cbr\u003e2.2 Oxygen Flask Combustion Methods\u003cbr\u003e2.2.1 Total Halogens\u003cbr\u003e2.2.2 Sulfur\u003cbr\u003e2.2.3 Oxygen Flask Combustion: Ion Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e2.2.4 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e2.2.5 Applications\u003cbr\u003e2.3 Acid and Solid Digestions of Polymers\u003cbr\u003e2.3.1 Chlorine\u003cbr\u003e2.3.2 Nitrogen\u003cbr\u003e2.3.3 Phosphorus\u003cbr\u003e2.3.4 Silica\u003cbr\u003e2.4 X-ray Fluorescence Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e2.5 Antec 9000 Nitrogen\/Sulfur Analyser \u003cbr\u003e3 Functional Groups and Polymer Structure\u003cbr\u003e3.1 Infrared and Near-Infrared Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e3.1.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e3.1.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e3.2 Fourier Transform Near-Infrared Raman Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e3.2.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e3.2.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e3.2.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e3.3 Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e3.3.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e3.3.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e3.4 Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e3.4.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e3.4.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e3.5 Proton Magnetic Resonance (PMR) Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e3.5.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e3.5.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e3.6 Reaction Gas Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e3.6.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e3.6.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e3.7 Pyrolysis Gas Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e3.7.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e3.7.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e3.7.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e3.8 Pyrolysis Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e3.8.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e3.8.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e3.9 Pyrolysis Gas Chromatography–Fourier Transform NMR Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e3.10 High-Performance Liquid Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e3.11 Mass Spectrometric Techniques\u003cbr\u003e3.11.1 Time-of-Flight Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry (ToF-SIMS)\u003cbr\u003e3.11.2 XPS\u003cbr\u003e3.11.3 Tandem Mass Spectrometry (MS\/MS)\u003cbr\u003e3.11.4 Fourier Transform Ion Cyclotron Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e3.11.5 MALDI-MS\u003cbr\u003e3.11.6 Radio Frequency Glow Discharge Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e3.12 Microthermal Analysis\u003cbr\u003e3.13 Atomic Force Microscopy\u003cbr\u003e3.13.1 Applications\u003cbr\u003e3.14 Scanning Electron Microscopy and Energy Dispersive Analysis using X-rays \u003cbr\u003e4 Examination of Polymer Surfaces and Defects\u003cbr\u003e4.1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e4.2 Electron Microprobe X-ray Emission Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e4.2.1 Applications\u003cbr\u003e4.3 NMR Micro-imaging\u003cbr\u003e4.4 Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e4.4.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e4.4.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e4.5 Diffusion Reflectance FT-IR Spectroscopy (Spectra-Tech)\u003cbr\u003e4.6 Attenuated Total Infrared Internal Reflectance (ATR) Spectroscopy (Spectra-Tech)\u003cbr\u003e4.7 External Reflectance Spectroscopy (Spectra-Tech)\u003cbr\u003e4.8 Photoacoustic Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e4.8.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e4.8.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e4.9 X-ray Diffraction\/Infrared Microscopy of Synthetic Fibres\u003cbr\u003e4.10 Scanning Electrochemical Microscopy (SECM)\u003cbr\u003e4.11 Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)\u003cbr\u003e4.12 Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM)\u003cbr\u003e4.12.1 Electron Microscopy and Inverse Gas Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e4.12.2 Supersonic Jet Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e4.13 ToF SIMS\u003cbr\u003e4.14 Laser-Induced Photoelectron Ionisation with Laser Desorption\u003cbr\u003e4.15 Atomic Force Microscopy\u003cbr\u003e4.16 Microthermal Analysis \u003cbr\u003e5 Volatiles and Water\u003cbr\u003e5.1 Gas Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e5.1.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e5.1.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e5.2 High-Performance Liquid Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e5.2.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e5.2.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e5.3 Polarography\u003cbr\u003e5.3.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e5.3.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e5.4 Headspace Analysis\u003cbr\u003e5.4.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e5.4.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e5.5 Headspace Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e5.5.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e5.6 Purge and Trap Analysis\u003cbr\u003e5.6.1 Instrumentation \u003cbr\u003e6 Fingerprinting Techniques\u003cbr\u003e6.1 Glass Transition Temperature (Tg) and Melting Temperature (Tm)\u003cbr\u003e6.2 Pyrolysis Techniques\u003cbr\u003e6.2.1 Conventional Pyrolysis Gas Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e6.2.2 Laser Pyrolysis Gas Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e6.2.3 Photolysis Gas Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e6.2.4 Pyrolysis Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e6.3 Infrared Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e6.3.1 Potassium Bromide Discs\u003cbr\u003e6.3.2 Hot Pressed Film\u003cbr\u003e6.4 Pyrolysis Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e6.4.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e6.4.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e6.4.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e6.5 Raman Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e6.6 Fourier Transform Near-Infrared Raman Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e6.7 Radio Frequency and Low Discharge Mass Spectrometry \u003cbr\u003e7 Polymer Additives\u003cbr\u003e7.1 IR and Raman Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e7.1.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e7.1.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e7.2 Ultraviolet Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e7.2.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e7.2.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e7.3 Luminescence and Fluorescence Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e7.3.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e7.3.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e7.4 Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (NMR)\u003cbr\u003e7.5 Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e7.5.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e7.5.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e7.6 Gas Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e7.6.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e7.6.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e7.7 High-Performance Liquid Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e7.7.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e7.7.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e7.7.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e7.8 Complementary Techniques\u003cbr\u003e7.8.1 HPLC with Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e7.8.2 HPLC with IR Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e7.9 Ion Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e7.10 Supercritical Fluid Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e7.10.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e7.10.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e7.10.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e7.11 Thin-Layer Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e7.11.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e7.11.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e7.12 Polarography\u003cbr\u003e7.12.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e7.12.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e7.13 Pyrolysis-Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e7.14 X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e7.15 Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e7.16 X-ray Fluorescence Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e7.17 Solvent Extraction Systems \u003cbr\u003e8 Polymer Fractionation and Molecular Weight\u003cbr\u003e8.1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e8.2 High-Performance GPC and SEC\u003cbr\u003e8.2.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e8.2.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e8.3 High-Performance Liquid Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e8.3.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e8.3.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e8.4 Supercritical Fluid Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e8.4.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e8.4.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e8.4.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e8.5 Gas Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e8.6 Thin-Layer Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e8.7 NMR Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e8.8 Osmometry\u003cbr\u003e8.9 Light Scattering Methods\u003cbr\u003e8.10 Viscometry\u003cbr\u003e8.11 Ultracentrifugation\u003cbr\u003e8.12 Field Desorption Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e8.13 Capillary Electrophoresis\u003cbr\u003e8.14 Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e8.15 Ion Exchange Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e8.16 Liquid Adsorption Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e8.17 Time-of-Flight Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry (ToF SIMS)\u003cbr\u003e8.18 MALDI-MS\u003cbr\u003e8.19 Thermal Field Flow Fractionation\u003cbr\u003e8.20 Desorption Chemical Ionisation Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e8.21 Grazing Emission X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometry \u003cbr\u003e9 Thermal and Chemical Stability\u003cbr\u003e9.1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e9.2 Theory\u003cbr\u003e9.2.1 Thermogravimetric Analysis\u003cbr\u003e9.2.2 Differential Thermal Analysis\u003cbr\u003e9.2.3 Differential Scanning Calorimetry\u003cbr\u003e9.2.4 Thermal Volatilisation Analysis\u003cbr\u003e9.2.5 Evolved Gas Analysis\u003cbr\u003e9.3 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e9.3.1 Instrumentation for TGA, DTA, and DSC\u003cbr\u003e9.3.2 Instrumentation for TVA and EGA\u003cbr\u003e9.4 Applications\u003cbr\u003e9.4.1 Thermogravimetric Analysis\u003cbr\u003e9.4.2 TGA–FT-IR Spectroscopy and DSC–FT-IR Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e9.4.3 Differential Thermal Analysis\u003cbr\u003e9.4.4 Differential Scanning Calorimetry\u003cbr\u003e9.4.5 Thermal Volatilisation Analysis\u003cbr\u003e9.4.6 EGA–TGA–Gas Chromatogravimetry and TGA–Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e9.4.7 Mass Spectrometric Methods\u003cbr\u003e9.5 Examination of Thermal Stability by a Variety of Techniques\u003cbr\u003e9.6 Heat Stability of Polypropylene\u003cbr\u003e9.6.1 Influence of Pigmentation and UV Stabilisation on Heat Ageing Life \u003cbr\u003e10 Monitoring of Resin Cure\u003cbr\u003e10.1 Dynamic Mechanical Thermal Analysis\u003cbr\u003e10.1.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e10.1.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e10.1.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e10.2 Dielectric Thermal Analysis\u003cbr\u003e10.2.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e10.2.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e10.2.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e10.3 Differential Scanning Calorimetry\u003cbr\u003e10.4 Fibre Optic Sensor to Monitor Resin Cure \u003cbr\u003e11 Oxidative Stability\u003cbr\u003e11.1 Theory and Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e11.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e11.2.1 Thermogravimetric Analysis\u003cbr\u003e11.2.2 Differential Scanning Calorimetry\u003cbr\u003e11.2.3 Evolved Gas Analysis\u003cbr\u003e11.2.4 Infrared Spectroscopy of Oxidised Polymers\u003cbr\u003e11.2.5 Electron Spin Resonance Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e11.2.6 Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption\/Ionisation Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e11.2.7 Imaging Chemiluminescence \u003cbr\u003e12 Examination of Photopolymers\u003cbr\u003e12.1 Differential Photocalorimetry\u003cbr\u003e12.1.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e12.1.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e12.1.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e12.2 Dynamic Mechanical Analysis\u003cbr\u003e12.3 Infrared and Ultraviolet Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e12.4 Gas Chromatography-Based Methods \u003cbr\u003e13 Glass Transition and Other Transitions\u003cbr\u003e13.1 Glass Transition\u003cbr\u003e13.2 Differential Scanning Calorimetry\u003cbr\u003e13.2.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e13.2.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e13.2.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e13.3 Thermomechanical Analysis\u003cbr\u003e13.3.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e13.3.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e13.3.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e13.4 Dynamic Mechanical Analysis\u003cbr\u003e13.4.1 Applications\u003cbr\u003e13.5 Differential Thermal Analysis and Thermogravimetric Analysis\u003cbr\u003e13.6 Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e13.7 Dielectric Thermal Analysis\u003cbr\u003e13.8 Other Transitions (alpha, beta, and gamma)\u003cbr\u003e13.8.1 Differential Thermal Analysis\u003cbr\u003e13.8.2 Dynamic Mechanical Analysis\u003cbr\u003e13.8.3 Dielectric Thermal Analysis\u003cbr\u003e13.8.4 Thermomechanical Analysis\u003cbr\u003e13.8.5 Infrared Spectroscopy \u003cbr\u003e14 Crystallinity\u003cbr\u003e14.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e14.2 Differential Scanning Calorimetry\u003cbr\u003e14.2.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e14.2.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e14.2.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e14.3 Differential Thermal Analysis\u003cbr\u003e14.3.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e14.3.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e14.4 X-ray Powder Diffraction\u003cbr\u003e14.4.1 Applications\u003cbr\u003e14.5 Wide-Angle X-ray Scattering\/Diffraction\u003cbr\u003e14.5.1 Applications\u003cbr\u003e14.6 Small Angle X-ray Diffraction Scattering and Positron Annihilation Lifetime Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e14.6.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e14.6.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e14.7 Static and Dynamic Light Scattering\u003cbr\u003e14.7.1 Applications\u003cbr\u003e14.8 Infrared Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e14.8.1 Applications\u003cbr\u003e14.9 Nuclear Magnetic Resonance\u003cbr\u003e14.9.1 Applications \u003cbr\u003e15 Viscoelastic and Rheological Properties\u003cbr\u003e15.1 Dynamic Mechanical Analysis\u003cbr\u003e15.1.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e15.1.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e15.1.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e15.2 Thermomechanical Analysis\u003cbr\u003e15.2.1 Applications\u003cbr\u003e15.3 Dielectric Thermal Analysis\u003cbr\u003e15.3.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e15.3.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e15.3.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e15.4 Further Viscoelastic Behaviour Studies\u003cbr\u003e15.5 Further Rheology Studies \u003cbr\u003e16 Thermal Properties\u003cbr\u003e16.1 Linear Coefficient of Expansion\u003cbr\u003e16.1.1 Dilatometric Method\u003cbr\u003e16.2 Melting Temperature\u003cbr\u003e16.2.1 Thermal Methods\u003cbr\u003e16.2.2 Fisher-Johns Apparatus\u003cbr\u003e16.3 Softening Point (Vicat)\u003cbr\u003e16.4 Heat Deflection\/Distortion Temperature\u003cbr\u003e16.4.1 Thermomechanical Analysis\u003cbr\u003e16.4.2 Martens Method\u003cbr\u003e16.4.3 Vicat Softening Point Apparatus\u003cbr\u003e16.4.4 Dynamic Mechanical Analysis\u003cbr\u003e16.5 Brittleness Temperature (Low-Temperature Embrittlement)\u003cbr\u003e16.6 Minimum Filming Temperature\u003cbr\u003e16.7 Delamination Temperature\u003cbr\u003e16.8 Melt Flow Index\u003cbr\u003e16.9 Heat of Volatilisation\u003cbr\u003e16.10 Thermal Conductivity\u003cbr\u003e16.11 Specific Heat\u003cbr\u003e16.11.1 Transient Plane Source Technique\u003cbr\u003e16.11.2 Hot Wire Parallel Technique\u003cbr\u003e16.12 Thermal Diffusivity\u003cbr\u003e16.13 Ageing in Air \u003cbr\u003e17 Flammability Testing\u003cbr\u003e17.1 Combustion Testing and Rating of Plastics\u003cbr\u003e17.1.1Introduction\u003cbr\u003e17.1.2 Mining Applications\u003cbr\u003e17.1.3 Electrical Applications\u003cbr\u003e17.1.4 Transportation Applications\u003cbr\u003e17.1.5 Furniture and Furnishing Applications\u003cbr\u003e17.1.6 Construction Material Applications\u003cbr\u003e17.1.7 Other Fire-Related Factors\u003cbr\u003e17.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e17.3 Examination of Combustible Polymer Products\u003cbr\u003e17.4 Oxygen Consumption Cone Calorimetry\u003cbr\u003e17.5 Laser Pyrolysis–Time-of-Flight Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e17.6 Pyrolysis-Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e17.7 Thermogravimetric Analysis \u003cbr\u003e18 Mechanical, Electrical, and Optical Properties\u003cbr\u003e18.1 Mechanical Properties of Polymers\u003cbr\u003e18.1.1 Load-Bearing Characteristics of Polymers\u003cbr\u003e18.1.2 Impact Strength Characteristics of Polymers\u003cbr\u003e18.1.3 Measurement of Mechanical Properties in Polymers\u003cbr\u003e18.1.4 Properties of Polymer Film and Pipe\u003cbr\u003e18.1.5 Polymer Powders\u003cbr\u003e18.1.6 Physical Testing of Rubbers and Elastomers\u003cbr\u003e18.2 Electrical Properties\u003cbr\u003e18.2.1 Volume and Surface Resistivity\u003cbr\u003e18.2.2 Dielectric and Dissipation Factor\u003cbr\u003e18.2.3 Dielectric Strength (Dielectric Rigidity)\u003cbr\u003e18.2.4 Surface Arc Resistance\u003cbr\u003e18.2.5 Tracking Resistance\u003cbr\u003e18.3 Optical Properties and Light Stability\u003cbr\u003e18.3.1 Stress Optical Analysis\u003cbr\u003e18.3.2 Light Stability of Polyolefins\u003cbr\u003e18.3.3 Effect of Pigments\u003cbr\u003e18.3.4 Effect of Pigments in Combination with a UV Stabiliser\u003cbr\u003e18.3.5 Effect of Carbon Black\u003cbr\u003e18.3.6 Effect of Window Glass\u003cbr\u003e18.3.7 Effect of Sunlight on Impact Strength\u003cbr\u003e18.3.8 Effect of Thickness\u003cbr\u003e18.3.9 Effect of Stress During Exposure\u003cbr\u003e18.3.10 Effect of Molecular Weight\u003cbr\u003e18.3.11 Effect of Sunlight on the Surface Appearance of Pigmented Samples \u003cbr\u003e19 Miscellaneous Physical and Chemical Properties\u003cbr\u003e19.1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e19.2 Particle Size Characteristics of Polymer Powders\u003cbr\u003e19.2.1 Methods Based on Electrical Sensing Zone (or Coulter Principle)\u003cbr\u003e19.2.2 Laser Particle Size Analysers\u003cbr\u003e19.2.3 Photon Correlation Spectroscopy (Autocorrelation Spectroscopy)\u003cbr\u003e19.2.4 Sedimentation\u003cbr\u003e19.2.5 Other Instrumentation \u003cbr\u003e20 Additive Migration from Packaged Commodities\u003cbr\u003e20.1 Polymer Additives\u003cbr\u003e20.2 Extraction Tests \u003cbr\u003eAppendix 1\u003cbr\u003eInstrument Suppliers\u003cbr\u003eThermal Properties of Polymers\u003cbr\u003eMechanical Properties of Polymers\u003cbr\u003ePhysical Testing of Polymer Powders\u003cbr\u003eElectrical Properties of Polymers\u003cbr\u003eOptical Properties of Polymers\u003cbr\u003ePhysical Testing of Rubbers and Elastomers\u003cbr\u003ePolymer Flammability Properties \u003cbr\u003eAddresses of Suppliers \u003cbr\u003eAbbreviations and Acronyms \u003cbr\u003eIndex\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\nRoy Crompton was Head of the polymer analysis research department of a major international polymer producer for some 15 years. In the early fifties, he was heavily engaged in the development of methods of analysis for low-pressure polyolefins produced by the Ziegler-Natta route, including work on high-density polyethylene and polypropylene. He was responsible for the development of methods of analysis of the organoaluminum catalysts used for the synthesis of these polymers. He was also responsible for the development of thin-layer chromatography for the determination of various types of additives in polymers and did pioneering work on the use of TLC to separate polymer additives and to examine the separated additives by infrared and mass spectrometry. He retired in 1988 and has since been engaged as a consultant in the field of analytical chemistry and has written extensively on this subject, with some 20 books published.","published_at":"2017-06-22T21:14:07-04:00","created_at":"2017-06-22T21:14:07-04:00","vendor":"Chemtec Publishing","type":"Book","tags":["2006","autosamplers","book","bound","carbon","destructive","determination","elastomers","emission","flammability","furnace","general","graphite","halogen","ion chromatography","metals","microprocessors","nitrogen","optical","physical","polarography","polymer","polymers","rubbers","spectrometry","sulfur","testing","UV spectroscopy","vapour","voltammetry","X-ray","Zeeman"],"price":29700,"price_min":29700,"price_max":29700,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":43378396420,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Polymer Reference Book","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":29700,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"978-1-85957-492-8","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-85957-492-8.jpg?v=1499952982"],"featured_image":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-85957-492-8.jpg?v=1499952982","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":358550601821,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.767,"height":450,"width":345,"src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-85957-492-8.jpg?v=1499952982"},"aspect_ratio":0.767,"height":450,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-85957-492-8.jpg?v=1499952982","width":345}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: T.R. Crompton \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-85957-492-8 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePages: 704\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoft-backed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nThis book describes the types of techniques now available to the polymer chemist and technician and discusses their capabilities, limitations, and applications. All types of modern instrumentation are covered including those used in general quality control, research analysis, process monitoring and for determining the mechanical, electrical, thermal and optical characteristics. Aspects such as automated analysis and computerised control of instruments are also included. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book covers not only instrumentation for the determination of metals, non metals, functional groups, polymer structural analysis and end-groups in the main types of polymers now in use commercially, but also the analysis of minor non-polymeric components of the polymer formulation, whether they be deliberately added, such as processing additives, or whether they occur adventitiously, such as residual volatiles and monomers and water. Fingerprinting techniques for the rapid identification of polymers and methods for the examination of polymer surfaces and polymer defects are also discussed. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book gives an up-to-date and thorough exposition of the present state-of-the-art of the theory and availability of instrumentation needed to effect chemical and physical analysis of polymers. Over 1,800 references are included. The book should be of great interest to all those who are engaged in the examination of polymers in industry, university research establishments, and general education. The book is intended for all staff who are concerned with instrumentation in the polymer laboratory, including laboratory designers, work planners, chemists, engineers, chemical engineers and those concerned with the implementation of specifications and process control.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\nPreface \u003cbr\u003e1 Determination of Metals\u003cbr\u003e1.1 Destructive Techniques\u003cbr\u003e1.1.1 Atomic Absorption Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e1.1.2 Graphite Furnace Atomic Absorption Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e1.1.3 Atom Trapping Technique\u003cbr\u003e1.1.4 Vapour Generation Atomic Absorption Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e1.1.5 Zeeman Atomic Absorption Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e1.1.6 Inductively Coupled Plasma Atomic Emission Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e1.1.7 Hybrid Inductively Coupled Plasma Techniques\u003cbr\u003e1.1.8 Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometry–Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e1.1.9 Pre-concentration Atomic Absorption Spectrometry Techniques\u003cbr\u003e1.1.10 Microprocessors\u003cbr\u003e1.11 Autosamplers\u003cbr\u003e1.1.12 Applications: Atomic Absorption Spectrometric Determination of Metals\u003cbr\u003e1.1.13 Visible and UV Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e1.1.14 Polarography and Voltammetry\u003cbr\u003e1.1.15 Ion Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e1.2 Non-destructive Methods\u003cbr\u003e1.2.1 X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e1.2.2 Neutron Activation Analysis \u003cbr\u003e2 Non-metallic Elements\u003cbr\u003e2.1 Instrumentation: Furnace Combustion Methods\u003cbr\u003e2.1.1 Halogens\u003cbr\u003e2.1.2 Sulfur\u003cbr\u003e2.1.3 Total Sulfur\/Total Halogen\u003cbr\u003e2.1.4 Total Bound Nitrogen\u003cbr\u003e2.1.5 Nitrogen, Carbon, and Sulfur\u003cbr\u003e2.1.6 Carbon, Hydrogen, and Nitrogen\u003cbr\u003e2.1.7 Total Organic Carbon\u003cbr\u003e2.2 Oxygen Flask Combustion Methods\u003cbr\u003e2.2.1 Total Halogens\u003cbr\u003e2.2.2 Sulfur\u003cbr\u003e2.2.3 Oxygen Flask Combustion: Ion Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e2.2.4 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e2.2.5 Applications\u003cbr\u003e2.3 Acid and Solid Digestions of Polymers\u003cbr\u003e2.3.1 Chlorine\u003cbr\u003e2.3.2 Nitrogen\u003cbr\u003e2.3.3 Phosphorus\u003cbr\u003e2.3.4 Silica\u003cbr\u003e2.4 X-ray Fluorescence Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e2.5 Antec 9000 Nitrogen\/Sulfur Analyser \u003cbr\u003e3 Functional Groups and Polymer Structure\u003cbr\u003e3.1 Infrared and Near-Infrared Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e3.1.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e3.1.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e3.2 Fourier Transform Near-Infrared Raman Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e3.2.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e3.2.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e3.2.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e3.3 Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e3.3.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e3.3.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e3.4 Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e3.4.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e3.4.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e3.5 Proton Magnetic Resonance (PMR) Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e3.5.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e3.5.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e3.6 Reaction Gas Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e3.6.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e3.6.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e3.7 Pyrolysis Gas Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e3.7.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e3.7.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e3.7.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e3.8 Pyrolysis Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e3.8.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e3.8.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e3.9 Pyrolysis Gas Chromatography–Fourier Transform NMR Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e3.10 High-Performance Liquid Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e3.11 Mass Spectrometric Techniques\u003cbr\u003e3.11.1 Time-of-Flight Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry (ToF-SIMS)\u003cbr\u003e3.11.2 XPS\u003cbr\u003e3.11.3 Tandem Mass Spectrometry (MS\/MS)\u003cbr\u003e3.11.4 Fourier Transform Ion Cyclotron Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e3.11.5 MALDI-MS\u003cbr\u003e3.11.6 Radio Frequency Glow Discharge Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e3.12 Microthermal Analysis\u003cbr\u003e3.13 Atomic Force Microscopy\u003cbr\u003e3.13.1 Applications\u003cbr\u003e3.14 Scanning Electron Microscopy and Energy Dispersive Analysis using X-rays \u003cbr\u003e4 Examination of Polymer Surfaces and Defects\u003cbr\u003e4.1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e4.2 Electron Microprobe X-ray Emission Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e4.2.1 Applications\u003cbr\u003e4.3 NMR Micro-imaging\u003cbr\u003e4.4 Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e4.4.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e4.4.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e4.5 Diffusion Reflectance FT-IR Spectroscopy (Spectra-Tech)\u003cbr\u003e4.6 Attenuated Total Infrared Internal Reflectance (ATR) Spectroscopy (Spectra-Tech)\u003cbr\u003e4.7 External Reflectance Spectroscopy (Spectra-Tech)\u003cbr\u003e4.8 Photoacoustic Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e4.8.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e4.8.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e4.9 X-ray Diffraction\/Infrared Microscopy of Synthetic Fibres\u003cbr\u003e4.10 Scanning Electrochemical Microscopy (SECM)\u003cbr\u003e4.11 Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)\u003cbr\u003e4.12 Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM)\u003cbr\u003e4.12.1 Electron Microscopy and Inverse Gas Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e4.12.2 Supersonic Jet Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e4.13 ToF SIMS\u003cbr\u003e4.14 Laser-Induced Photoelectron Ionisation with Laser Desorption\u003cbr\u003e4.15 Atomic Force Microscopy\u003cbr\u003e4.16 Microthermal Analysis \u003cbr\u003e5 Volatiles and Water\u003cbr\u003e5.1 Gas Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e5.1.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e5.1.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e5.2 High-Performance Liquid Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e5.2.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e5.2.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e5.3 Polarography\u003cbr\u003e5.3.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e5.3.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e5.4 Headspace Analysis\u003cbr\u003e5.4.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e5.4.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e5.5 Headspace Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e5.5.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e5.6 Purge and Trap Analysis\u003cbr\u003e5.6.1 Instrumentation \u003cbr\u003e6 Fingerprinting Techniques\u003cbr\u003e6.1 Glass Transition Temperature (Tg) and Melting Temperature (Tm)\u003cbr\u003e6.2 Pyrolysis Techniques\u003cbr\u003e6.2.1 Conventional Pyrolysis Gas Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e6.2.2 Laser Pyrolysis Gas Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e6.2.3 Photolysis Gas Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e6.2.4 Pyrolysis Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e6.3 Infrared Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e6.3.1 Potassium Bromide Discs\u003cbr\u003e6.3.2 Hot Pressed Film\u003cbr\u003e6.4 Pyrolysis Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e6.4.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e6.4.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e6.4.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e6.5 Raman Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e6.6 Fourier Transform Near-Infrared Raman Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e6.7 Radio Frequency and Low Discharge Mass Spectrometry \u003cbr\u003e7 Polymer Additives\u003cbr\u003e7.1 IR and Raman Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e7.1.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e7.1.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e7.2 Ultraviolet Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e7.2.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e7.2.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e7.3 Luminescence and Fluorescence Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e7.3.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e7.3.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e7.4 Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (NMR)\u003cbr\u003e7.5 Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e7.5.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e7.5.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e7.6 Gas Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e7.6.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e7.6.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e7.7 High-Performance Liquid Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e7.7.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e7.7.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e7.7.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e7.8 Complementary Techniques\u003cbr\u003e7.8.1 HPLC with Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e7.8.2 HPLC with IR Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e7.9 Ion Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e7.10 Supercritical Fluid Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e7.10.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e7.10.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e7.10.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e7.11 Thin-Layer Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e7.11.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e7.11.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e7.12 Polarography\u003cbr\u003e7.12.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e7.12.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e7.13 Pyrolysis-Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e7.14 X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e7.15 Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e7.16 X-ray Fluorescence Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e7.17 Solvent Extraction Systems \u003cbr\u003e8 Polymer Fractionation and Molecular Weight\u003cbr\u003e8.1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e8.2 High-Performance GPC and SEC\u003cbr\u003e8.2.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e8.2.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e8.3 High-Performance Liquid Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e8.3.1 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e8.3.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e8.4 Supercritical Fluid Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e8.4.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e8.4.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e8.4.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e8.5 Gas Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e8.6 Thin-Layer Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e8.7 NMR Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e8.8 Osmometry\u003cbr\u003e8.9 Light Scattering Methods\u003cbr\u003e8.10 Viscometry\u003cbr\u003e8.11 Ultracentrifugation\u003cbr\u003e8.12 Field Desorption Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e8.13 Capillary Electrophoresis\u003cbr\u003e8.14 Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e8.15 Ion Exchange Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e8.16 Liquid Adsorption Chromatography\u003cbr\u003e8.17 Time-of-Flight Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry (ToF SIMS)\u003cbr\u003e8.18 MALDI-MS\u003cbr\u003e8.19 Thermal Field Flow Fractionation\u003cbr\u003e8.20 Desorption Chemical Ionisation Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e8.21 Grazing Emission X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometry \u003cbr\u003e9 Thermal and Chemical Stability\u003cbr\u003e9.1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e9.2 Theory\u003cbr\u003e9.2.1 Thermogravimetric Analysis\u003cbr\u003e9.2.2 Differential Thermal Analysis\u003cbr\u003e9.2.3 Differential Scanning Calorimetry\u003cbr\u003e9.2.4 Thermal Volatilisation Analysis\u003cbr\u003e9.2.5 Evolved Gas Analysis\u003cbr\u003e9.3 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e9.3.1 Instrumentation for TGA, DTA, and DSC\u003cbr\u003e9.3.2 Instrumentation for TVA and EGA\u003cbr\u003e9.4 Applications\u003cbr\u003e9.4.1 Thermogravimetric Analysis\u003cbr\u003e9.4.2 TGA–FT-IR Spectroscopy and DSC–FT-IR Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e9.4.3 Differential Thermal Analysis\u003cbr\u003e9.4.4 Differential Scanning Calorimetry\u003cbr\u003e9.4.5 Thermal Volatilisation Analysis\u003cbr\u003e9.4.6 EGA–TGA–Gas Chromatogravimetry and TGA–Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e9.4.7 Mass Spectrometric Methods\u003cbr\u003e9.5 Examination of Thermal Stability by a Variety of Techniques\u003cbr\u003e9.6 Heat Stability of Polypropylene\u003cbr\u003e9.6.1 Influence of Pigmentation and UV Stabilisation on Heat Ageing Life \u003cbr\u003e10 Monitoring of Resin Cure\u003cbr\u003e10.1 Dynamic Mechanical Thermal Analysis\u003cbr\u003e10.1.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e10.1.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e10.1.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e10.2 Dielectric Thermal Analysis\u003cbr\u003e10.2.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e10.2.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e10.2.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e10.3 Differential Scanning Calorimetry\u003cbr\u003e10.4 Fibre Optic Sensor to Monitor Resin Cure \u003cbr\u003e11 Oxidative Stability\u003cbr\u003e11.1 Theory and Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e11.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e11.2.1 Thermogravimetric Analysis\u003cbr\u003e11.2.2 Differential Scanning Calorimetry\u003cbr\u003e11.2.3 Evolved Gas Analysis\u003cbr\u003e11.2.4 Infrared Spectroscopy of Oxidised Polymers\u003cbr\u003e11.2.5 Electron Spin Resonance Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e11.2.6 Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption\/Ionisation Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e11.2.7 Imaging Chemiluminescence \u003cbr\u003e12 Examination of Photopolymers\u003cbr\u003e12.1 Differential Photocalorimetry\u003cbr\u003e12.1.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e12.1.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e12.1.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e12.2 Dynamic Mechanical Analysis\u003cbr\u003e12.3 Infrared and Ultraviolet Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e12.4 Gas Chromatography-Based Methods \u003cbr\u003e13 Glass Transition and Other Transitions\u003cbr\u003e13.1 Glass Transition\u003cbr\u003e13.2 Differential Scanning Calorimetry\u003cbr\u003e13.2.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e13.2.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e13.2.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e13.3 Thermomechanical Analysis\u003cbr\u003e13.3.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e13.3.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e13.3.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e13.4 Dynamic Mechanical Analysis\u003cbr\u003e13.4.1 Applications\u003cbr\u003e13.5 Differential Thermal Analysis and Thermogravimetric Analysis\u003cbr\u003e13.6 Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e13.7 Dielectric Thermal Analysis\u003cbr\u003e13.8 Other Transitions (alpha, beta, and gamma)\u003cbr\u003e13.8.1 Differential Thermal Analysis\u003cbr\u003e13.8.2 Dynamic Mechanical Analysis\u003cbr\u003e13.8.3 Dielectric Thermal Analysis\u003cbr\u003e13.8.4 Thermomechanical Analysis\u003cbr\u003e13.8.5 Infrared Spectroscopy \u003cbr\u003e14 Crystallinity\u003cbr\u003e14.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e14.2 Differential Scanning Calorimetry\u003cbr\u003e14.2.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e14.2.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e14.2.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e14.3 Differential Thermal Analysis\u003cbr\u003e14.3.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e14.3.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e14.4 X-ray Powder Diffraction\u003cbr\u003e14.4.1 Applications\u003cbr\u003e14.5 Wide-Angle X-ray Scattering\/Diffraction\u003cbr\u003e14.5.1 Applications\u003cbr\u003e14.6 Small Angle X-ray Diffraction Scattering and Positron Annihilation Lifetime Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e14.6.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e14.6.2 Applications\u003cbr\u003e14.7 Static and Dynamic Light Scattering\u003cbr\u003e14.7.1 Applications\u003cbr\u003e14.8 Infrared Spectroscopy\u003cbr\u003e14.8.1 Applications\u003cbr\u003e14.9 Nuclear Magnetic Resonance\u003cbr\u003e14.9.1 Applications \u003cbr\u003e15 Viscoelastic and Rheological Properties\u003cbr\u003e15.1 Dynamic Mechanical Analysis\u003cbr\u003e15.1.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e15.1.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e15.1.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e15.2 Thermomechanical Analysis\u003cbr\u003e15.2.1 Applications\u003cbr\u003e15.3 Dielectric Thermal Analysis\u003cbr\u003e15.3.1 Theory\u003cbr\u003e15.3.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e15.3.3 Applications\u003cbr\u003e15.4 Further Viscoelastic Behaviour Studies\u003cbr\u003e15.5 Further Rheology Studies \u003cbr\u003e16 Thermal Properties\u003cbr\u003e16.1 Linear Coefficient of Expansion\u003cbr\u003e16.1.1 Dilatometric Method\u003cbr\u003e16.2 Melting Temperature\u003cbr\u003e16.2.1 Thermal Methods\u003cbr\u003e16.2.2 Fisher-Johns Apparatus\u003cbr\u003e16.3 Softening Point (Vicat)\u003cbr\u003e16.4 Heat Deflection\/Distortion Temperature\u003cbr\u003e16.4.1 Thermomechanical Analysis\u003cbr\u003e16.4.2 Martens Method\u003cbr\u003e16.4.3 Vicat Softening Point Apparatus\u003cbr\u003e16.4.4 Dynamic Mechanical Analysis\u003cbr\u003e16.5 Brittleness Temperature (Low-Temperature Embrittlement)\u003cbr\u003e16.6 Minimum Filming Temperature\u003cbr\u003e16.7 Delamination Temperature\u003cbr\u003e16.8 Melt Flow Index\u003cbr\u003e16.9 Heat of Volatilisation\u003cbr\u003e16.10 Thermal Conductivity\u003cbr\u003e16.11 Specific Heat\u003cbr\u003e16.11.1 Transient Plane Source Technique\u003cbr\u003e16.11.2 Hot Wire Parallel Technique\u003cbr\u003e16.12 Thermal Diffusivity\u003cbr\u003e16.13 Ageing in Air \u003cbr\u003e17 Flammability Testing\u003cbr\u003e17.1 Combustion Testing and Rating of Plastics\u003cbr\u003e17.1.1Introduction\u003cbr\u003e17.1.2 Mining Applications\u003cbr\u003e17.1.3 Electrical Applications\u003cbr\u003e17.1.4 Transportation Applications\u003cbr\u003e17.1.5 Furniture and Furnishing Applications\u003cbr\u003e17.1.6 Construction Material Applications\u003cbr\u003e17.1.7 Other Fire-Related Factors\u003cbr\u003e17.2 Instrumentation\u003cbr\u003e17.3 Examination of Combustible Polymer Products\u003cbr\u003e17.4 Oxygen Consumption Cone Calorimetry\u003cbr\u003e17.5 Laser Pyrolysis–Time-of-Flight Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e17.6 Pyrolysis-Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry\u003cbr\u003e17.7 Thermogravimetric Analysis \u003cbr\u003e18 Mechanical, Electrical, and Optical Properties\u003cbr\u003e18.1 Mechanical Properties of Polymers\u003cbr\u003e18.1.1 Load-Bearing Characteristics of Polymers\u003cbr\u003e18.1.2 Impact Strength Characteristics of Polymers\u003cbr\u003e18.1.3 Measurement of Mechanical Properties in Polymers\u003cbr\u003e18.1.4 Properties of Polymer Film and Pipe\u003cbr\u003e18.1.5 Polymer Powders\u003cbr\u003e18.1.6 Physical Testing of Rubbers and Elastomers\u003cbr\u003e18.2 Electrical Properties\u003cbr\u003e18.2.1 Volume and Surface Resistivity\u003cbr\u003e18.2.2 Dielectric and Dissipation Factor\u003cbr\u003e18.2.3 Dielectric Strength (Dielectric Rigidity)\u003cbr\u003e18.2.4 Surface Arc Resistance\u003cbr\u003e18.2.5 Tracking Resistance\u003cbr\u003e18.3 Optical Properties and Light Stability\u003cbr\u003e18.3.1 Stress Optical Analysis\u003cbr\u003e18.3.2 Light Stability of Polyolefins\u003cbr\u003e18.3.3 Effect of Pigments\u003cbr\u003e18.3.4 Effect of Pigments in Combination with a UV Stabiliser\u003cbr\u003e18.3.5 Effect of Carbon Black\u003cbr\u003e18.3.6 Effect of Window Glass\u003cbr\u003e18.3.7 Effect of Sunlight on Impact Strength\u003cbr\u003e18.3.8 Effect of Thickness\u003cbr\u003e18.3.9 Effect of Stress During Exposure\u003cbr\u003e18.3.10 Effect of Molecular Weight\u003cbr\u003e18.3.11 Effect of Sunlight on the Surface Appearance of Pigmented Samples \u003cbr\u003e19 Miscellaneous Physical and Chemical Properties\u003cbr\u003e19.1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e19.2 Particle Size Characteristics of Polymer Powders\u003cbr\u003e19.2.1 Methods Based on Electrical Sensing Zone (or Coulter Principle)\u003cbr\u003e19.2.2 Laser Particle Size Analysers\u003cbr\u003e19.2.3 Photon Correlation Spectroscopy (Autocorrelation Spectroscopy)\u003cbr\u003e19.2.4 Sedimentation\u003cbr\u003e19.2.5 Other Instrumentation \u003cbr\u003e20 Additive Migration from Packaged Commodities\u003cbr\u003e20.1 Polymer Additives\u003cbr\u003e20.2 Extraction Tests \u003cbr\u003eAppendix 1\u003cbr\u003eInstrument Suppliers\u003cbr\u003eThermal Properties of Polymers\u003cbr\u003eMechanical Properties of Polymers\u003cbr\u003ePhysical Testing of Polymer Powders\u003cbr\u003eElectrical Properties of Polymers\u003cbr\u003eOptical Properties of Polymers\u003cbr\u003ePhysical Testing of Rubbers and Elastomers\u003cbr\u003ePolymer Flammability Properties \u003cbr\u003eAddresses of Suppliers \u003cbr\u003eAbbreviations and Acronyms \u003cbr\u003eIndex\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\nRoy Crompton was Head of the polymer analysis research department of a major international polymer producer for some 15 years. In the early fifties, he was heavily engaged in the development of methods of analysis for low-pressure polyolefins produced by the Ziegler-Natta route, including work on high-density polyethylene and polypropylene. He was responsible for the development of methods of analysis of the organoaluminum catalysts used for the synthesis of these polymers. He was also responsible for the development of thin-layer chromatography for the determination of various types of additives in polymers and did pioneering work on the use of TLC to separate polymer additives and to examine the separated additives by infrared and mass spectrometry. He retired in 1988 and has since been engaged as a consultant in the field of analytical chemistry and has written extensively on this subject, with some 20 books published."}

Polymer Reinforcement

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{"id":11242239236,"title":"Polymer Reinforcement","handle":"1-895198-08-9","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: Yuri S. Lipatov \u003cbr\u003e10-ISBN 1-895198-08-9 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e13-ISBN 978-1-895198-08-9 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcademy of Sciences of Ukraine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e385 pages, 117 figures\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nThe main topics of this book are fillers, their interface with polymers, composites, blends, and alloys. Treatment of the subject is fundamental based on principles of surface phenomena, the physico-chemical theory of filling, the theory of adsorption, surface adhesion, etc. Each concept is illustrated by practical consequences for real materials which allow for easy transfer of experiences from one discipline to the other and makes book invaluable for material scientists, technologists, and engineers also in scopes other than polymers. (\"The details of the mechanisms of reinforcement may be different in each case but physico-chemical principles remain valid\". Lipatov, Foreword). The book contains in-depth analysis of methods by which materials properties can be improved by fostering interaction between components of existing formulation that constitutes the most economical method of upgrading of materials even with the frequent reduction of material cost. Application of these methods requires fundamental understanding.\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe basic theories of polymer adsorption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdhesion of polymers at the interface with solid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface layers of polymers at the interface with solids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThermodynamic and kinetic aspects of reinforcement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eViscoelastic properties of reinforced polymers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolymer alloys as composites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilled polymer alloys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConcluding remarks on the mechanism of reinforcing the action of fillers in polymers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nAuthor and his group in Academy of Sciences in Kiev, composed of world recognized scientists, have been working on this subject for 35 years gaining recognition for their original results and very good knowledge of world literature in the field. Broad scientific experiences, deep understanding of the most current findings, the well-thought concept of presentation makes this book very essential for those working in any area of polymers but other disciplines such as rubber, coatings, inks, pharmaceutical sciences, cosmetics, food industry, paper industry, etc. will also find this book invaluable. It should be noted that book contains a broad discussion of adhesion and interphasial phenomena, and this knowledge is applied to composites, blends, and alloys.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","published_at":"2017-06-22T21:14:40-04:00","created_at":"2017-06-22T21:14:40-04:00","vendor":"Chemtec Publishing","type":"Book","tags":["1995","adhesion","adsorption","alloys","blends","coatings","composites","cosmetics","fillers","food","inks","interface","paper","pharmaceutical","polymer","polymers","reinforcement","rubber","surface"],"price":22500,"price_min":22500,"price_max":22500,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":43378432516,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Polymer Reinforcement","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":22500,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"1-895198-08-9","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/1-895198-08-9.jpg?v=1503689502"],"featured_image":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/1-895198-08-9.jpg?v=1503689502","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":410053509213,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.767,"height":450,"width":345,"src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/1-895198-08-9.jpg?v=1503689502"},"aspect_ratio":0.767,"height":450,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/1-895198-08-9.jpg?v=1503689502","width":345}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: Yuri S. Lipatov \u003cbr\u003e10-ISBN 1-895198-08-9 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e13-ISBN 978-1-895198-08-9 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcademy of Sciences of Ukraine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e385 pages, 117 figures\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nThe main topics of this book are fillers, their interface with polymers, composites, blends, and alloys. Treatment of the subject is fundamental based on principles of surface phenomena, the physico-chemical theory of filling, the theory of adsorption, surface adhesion, etc. Each concept is illustrated by practical consequences for real materials which allow for easy transfer of experiences from one discipline to the other and makes book invaluable for material scientists, technologists, and engineers also in scopes other than polymers. (\"The details of the mechanisms of reinforcement may be different in each case but physico-chemical principles remain valid\". Lipatov, Foreword). The book contains in-depth analysis of methods by which materials properties can be improved by fostering interaction between components of existing formulation that constitutes the most economical method of upgrading of materials even with the frequent reduction of material cost. Application of these methods requires fundamental understanding.\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe basic theories of polymer adsorption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdhesion of polymers at the interface with solid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface layers of polymers at the interface with solids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThermodynamic and kinetic aspects of reinforcement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eViscoelastic properties of reinforced polymers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolymer alloys as composites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilled polymer alloys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConcluding remarks on the mechanism of reinforcing the action of fillers in polymers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nAuthor and his group in Academy of Sciences in Kiev, composed of world recognized scientists, have been working on this subject for 35 years gaining recognition for their original results and very good knowledge of world literature in the field. Broad scientific experiences, deep understanding of the most current findings, the well-thought concept of presentation makes this book very essential for those working in any area of polymers but other disciplines such as rubber, coatings, inks, pharmaceutical sciences, cosmetics, food industry, paper industry, etc. will also find this book invaluable. It should be noted that book contains a broad discussion of adhesion and interphasial phenomena, and this knowledge is applied to composites, blends, and alloys.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e"}

Polymer Surfaces and I...

$209.00

{"id":11242247300,"title":"Polymer Surfaces and Interfaces","handle":"978-3-540-73864-0","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: Ed. Manfred Stamm \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-3-540-73864-0 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApprox., 300 p., Hardcover\u003cbr\u003eNot yet published. Available: January 3, 2008\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nSurfaces and interfaces of polymers play an important role in most of the application areas of polymers, e.g. moulds, foils, thin films, coatings, adhesive joints, blends, composites, biomaterials or applications in micro- and nanotechnology. Therefore it is very important to be able to characterize these surfaces and interfaces in detail. In Polymer Surfaces and Interfaces, experts provide concise explanations, with examples and illustrations, of the key techniques. In each case, after basic principles have been reviewed, applications of the experimental techniques are discussed and illustrated with specific examples. Scientists and engineers in research and development will benefit from an application-oriented book that helps them to find solutions to both fundamental and applied problems.\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\nM. Stamm: Review of Polymer Surface and Interface Characterization Techniques.\n\u003cp\u003eP. Müller-Buschbaum: Structure determination in the thin film geometry using grazing incidence small angle scattering.-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eM. Müller: Vibrational Spectroscopic and Optical Methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eD. Pleul and F. Simon: X-Ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eD. Pleul and F. Simon: Time-of-flight secondary ion mass spectrometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eK. Grundke: Characterization of polymer surfaces by wetting and electrokinetic measurements- contact angle, interfacial tension, zeta potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eK. Schneider: Mechanical properties of polymers at surfaces and interfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP. Busch and R. Weidisch: Interfaces between Incompatible Polymers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eM. Müller: Liquid-liquid and liquid-vapor interfaces in polymeric systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eM. Nitschke: Plasma Modification of Polymer Surfaces and Plasma Polymerization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eS. Minko: Grafting on solid surfaces: \"Grafting to\" and \"Grafting from\" Methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eC. Bellmann: Surface Modification by Adsorption of Polymers and Surfactants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA. Sydorenko: Nanostructures in thin films from nanostructured polymeric templates, self-assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eD. Pospiech: Influencing the interface in polymer blends by compatibilization with block copolymers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eC. Werner: Interfacial Phenomena at Biomaterials.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-06-22T21:15:06-04:00","created_at":"2017-06-22T21:15:06-04:00","vendor":"Chemtec Publishing","type":"Book","tags":["2008","adhesive joints","application","biomaterials","blends","book","coatings","composites","contac angle","foils","grafting","interfaces","microtechnology","moulds","nanotechnology","opyical methods","p-properties","plasma","polymer","polymerization","polymers","spectrometry","spectroscopic","Springer","Surfaces","tension","thin films","X-ray"],"price":20900,"price_min":20900,"price_max":20900,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":43378464004,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Polymer Surfaces and Interfaces","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":20900,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"978-3-540-73864-0","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-3-540-73864-0.jpg?v=1499953029"],"featured_image":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-3-540-73864-0.jpg?v=1499953029","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":358551584861,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.767,"height":450,"width":345,"src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-3-540-73864-0.jpg?v=1499953029"},"aspect_ratio":0.767,"height":450,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-3-540-73864-0.jpg?v=1499953029","width":345}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: Ed. Manfred Stamm \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-3-540-73864-0 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApprox., 300 p., Hardcover\u003cbr\u003eNot yet published. Available: January 3, 2008\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nSurfaces and interfaces of polymers play an important role in most of the application areas of polymers, e.g. moulds, foils, thin films, coatings, adhesive joints, blends, composites, biomaterials or applications in micro- and nanotechnology. Therefore it is very important to be able to characterize these surfaces and interfaces in detail. In Polymer Surfaces and Interfaces, experts provide concise explanations, with examples and illustrations, of the key techniques. In each case, after basic principles have been reviewed, applications of the experimental techniques are discussed and illustrated with specific examples. Scientists and engineers in research and development will benefit from an application-oriented book that helps them to find solutions to both fundamental and applied problems.\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\nM. Stamm: Review of Polymer Surface and Interface Characterization Techniques.\n\u003cp\u003eP. Müller-Buschbaum: Structure determination in the thin film geometry using grazing incidence small angle scattering.-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eM. Müller: Vibrational Spectroscopic and Optical Methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eD. Pleul and F. Simon: X-Ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eD. Pleul and F. Simon: Time-of-flight secondary ion mass spectrometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eK. Grundke: Characterization of polymer surfaces by wetting and electrokinetic measurements- contact angle, interfacial tension, zeta potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eK. Schneider: Mechanical properties of polymers at surfaces and interfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP. Busch and R. Weidisch: Interfaces between Incompatible Polymers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eM. Müller: Liquid-liquid and liquid-vapor interfaces in polymeric systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eM. Nitschke: Plasma Modification of Polymer Surfaces and Plasma Polymerization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eS. Minko: Grafting on solid surfaces: \"Grafting to\" and \"Grafting from\" Methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eC. Bellmann: Surface Modification by Adsorption of Polymers and Surfactants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA. Sydorenko: Nanostructures in thin films from nanostructured polymeric templates, self-assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eD. Pospiech: Influencing the interface in polymer blends by compatibilization with block copolymers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eC. Werner: Interfacial Phenomena at Biomaterials.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Polymer/Layered Silica...

$130.00

{"id":11242226436,"title":"Polymer\/Layered Silicate Nanocomposites","handle":"978-1-85957-391-4","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: Masami Okamoto, Toyota Technological Institute \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-85957-391-4 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e166 pages, Soft-backed\u003cbr\u003eVol. 14, no. 7, report 163, 2003\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nPolymer\/clay nanocomposites have received a lot of attention over the last decade. Companies such as Nanocor and Honeywell are already commercially exploiting nanocomposite materials. A small amount of nanodispersed filler leads to an improvement in material properties, such as modulus, strength, heat resistance, flame retardancy, and lowered gas permeability. Adding clay nanofillers to biodegradable polymers has also been shown to enhance compostability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe enhancement of material properties has been linked to the interfacial interaction between the polymer matrix and the organically modified layered silicate filler structure. The filler particles provide a very high surface area.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMontmorillonite, hectorite, and saponite are the most commonly used layered silicates. For a nanocomposite to be formed successfully, the mineral must disperse into separate layers. The surface chemistry is also important - ion exchange reactions with cations (commonly alkyl ammonium or alkyl phosphonium cations) allow the silicate to be compatibilised with the polymer matrix. The strong interactions between the two materials lead to dispersion at the nanometre level.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePolymer\/layered silicate nanocomposites are prepared by a variety of routes. One of the first materials, a Nylon 6 nanocomposite, was prepared by in situ polymerisation of -caprolactam in a dispersion of montmorillonite. The silicate can be dispersed in a liquid monomer or a solution of monomer. It has also been possible to melt-mix polymers with layered silicates, avoiding the use of organic solvents. The latter method permits the use of conventional processing techniques such as injection moulding and extrusion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNanocomposites have been formed with a wide variety of polymers including: epoxy, polyurethane, polyetherimide, poybenzoxazine, polypropylene, polystyrene, polymethyl methacrylate, polycaprolactone, polyacrylonitrile, polyvinyl pyrrolidone, polyethylene glycol, polyvinylidene fluoride, polybutadiene, copolymers and liquid crystalline polymers. Summaries of the work carried out on these different materials and references to these studies are included in this Rapra Review Report.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMany studies have been carried out to characterise different nanocomposites. Techniques in use include wide-angle X-ray diffraction and transmission electron microscopy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProcessing techniques are critical in polymer manufacturing and this holds true for nanocomposites. Several processing methods and innovative techniques are discussed. For example, Nylon 6 clay nanocomposites have been electrospun from solution, which resulted in highly aligned clay particles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwo other types of nanofiller are briefly described here. Polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane (POSS) nanoparticles combine organic and inorganic segments with nanosized cage structures. Carbon nanotubes have also been examined as they offer unique mechanical and electrical properties.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis review is accompanied by around 400 abstracts compiled from the Polymer Library, to facilitate further reading on this subject. A subject index and a company index are included. The majority of these references are cited in the review, which is exceptionally well referenced.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNanocomposite structure \u003cbr\u003eNanocomposite properties \u003cbr\u003eNanocomposite preparation \u003cbr\u003eDifferent polymer nanocomposites \u003cbr\u003eProcessing nanocomposites \u003cbr\u003eWell referenced\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.Introduction\u003cbr\u003e2. Layered Silicates \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2.1 Structure and Properties\u003cbr\u003e2.2 Organophilic Modification\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Preparative Methods for PLS Nanocomposites\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e3.1 Intercalation of Polymer or Pre-Polymer from Solution\u003cbr\u003e3.2 In Situ Intercalative Polymerisation Method\u003cbr\u003e3.3 Melt Intercalation Method\u0026lt;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Structure and Characterisation of PLS Nanocomposites \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4.1 Structure of PLS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e4.2 Characterisation of PLS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Types of Polymers for the Preparation of Nanocomposites \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5.1 Vinyl Polymer Systems\u003cbr\u003e5.1.1 PS\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.1.2 PMMA\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.1.3 PVA\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.1.4 Block Copolymer\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.2 Condensation Polymers and Rubbers\u003cbr\u003e5.2.1 Nylon\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.2.2 PCL\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.2.3 PET\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.2.4 PBT\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.2.5 PC\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.2.6 PEO\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.2.7 LCP\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.2.8 PBO\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.2.9 EPR\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.2.10 PU\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.2.11 Polyimide\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.3 Polyolefins\u003cbr\u003e5.3.1 PP\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.3.2 PE\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.4 Speciality Polymers\u003cbr\u003e5.4.1 PANI\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.4.2 PNVC\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.5 Biodegradable Polymers\u003cbr\u003e5.5.1 PLA\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.5.2 PBS\/Clay Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6. Properties of PLS Nanocomposite Materials \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e6.1 Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA)\u003cbr\u003e6.2 Tensile Properties\u003cbr\u003e6.3 Flexural Properties and Heat Distortion Temperature\u003cbr\u003e6.4 Thermal Stability\u003cbr\u003e6.5 Fire Retardant Properties\u003cbr\u003e6.6 Gas Barrier Properties\u003cbr\u003e6.7 Ionic Conductivity\u003cbr\u003e6.8 Optical Transparency\u003cbr\u003e6.9 Biodegradability\u003cbr\u003e6.10 Crystallisation\u003cbr\u003e6.10.1 Spherulite Growth\u003cbr\u003e6.10.2 Effect of Intercalation on Enhancement of Dynamic Modulus\u003cbr\u003e6.10.3 Crystallisation Controlled by Silicate Surfaces\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7. Melt Rheology \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e7.1 Linear Viscoelastic Properties\u003cbr\u003e7.2 Elongational Flow and Strain-Induced Hardening\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8. Processing Operations \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e8.1 Foam Processing Using Supercritical CO2\u003cbr\u003e8.2 Shear Flow Processing\u003cbr\u003e8.3 Electrospinning\u003cbr\u003e8.4 Porous Ceramic Materials\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9. Multifunctional Polyhedral Oligomeric Silsesquioxane Nanocomposites \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10. Carbon Nanotube Polymer Composites\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e11. Outlook\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdditional References\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\nProfessor Musami Okamoto is a world-renowned expert in the field of polymer\/clay nanocomposites. He is currently a Professor at the Graduate School of Engineering, in the Toyota Technological Institute. He received a Ph.D. in 1994 from the Tokyo Institute of Technology on Structure Development during Melt Processing and Mechanical Properties in Polymer Blends. He has worked at Toyobo Co., where his research programme focused on polymer blends and alloys. He held a postdoctoral post at the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science \u0026amp; Technology, Kyushu, prior to joining the faculty at Toyota","published_at":"2017-06-22T21:14:02-04:00","created_at":"2017-06-22T21:14:02-04:00","vendor":"Chemtec Publishing","type":"Book","tags":["2003","book","copolymers","epoxy","liquid crystalline polymers","nano","nanocomposites","p-applications","polyacrylontrile","polybutadiene","polycaprolactone","polyetherimide","polyethylene glycol","polymer","polymers","polymethyl methacrylate","polypropylene","polystyrene","polyurethane","polyvinyl pyrrolidone","polyvinylidene fluoride","poybenzoxazine","silicates"],"price":13000,"price_min":13000,"price_max":13000,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":43378392708,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Polymer\/Layered Silicate Nanocomposites","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":13000,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"978-1-85957-391-4","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-85957-391-4.jpg?v=1499953064"],"featured_image":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-85957-391-4.jpg?v=1499953064","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":358552731741,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.767,"height":450,"width":345,"src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-85957-391-4.jpg?v=1499953064"},"aspect_ratio":0.767,"height":450,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-85957-391-4.jpg?v=1499953064","width":345}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: Masami Okamoto, Toyota Technological Institute \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-85957-391-4 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e166 pages, Soft-backed\u003cbr\u003eVol. 14, no. 7, report 163, 2003\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nPolymer\/clay nanocomposites have received a lot of attention over the last decade. Companies such as Nanocor and Honeywell are already commercially exploiting nanocomposite materials. A small amount of nanodispersed filler leads to an improvement in material properties, such as modulus, strength, heat resistance, flame retardancy, and lowered gas permeability. Adding clay nanofillers to biodegradable polymers has also been shown to enhance compostability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe enhancement of material properties has been linked to the interfacial interaction between the polymer matrix and the organically modified layered silicate filler structure. The filler particles provide a very high surface area.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMontmorillonite, hectorite, and saponite are the most commonly used layered silicates. For a nanocomposite to be formed successfully, the mineral must disperse into separate layers. The surface chemistry is also important - ion exchange reactions with cations (commonly alkyl ammonium or alkyl phosphonium cations) allow the silicate to be compatibilised with the polymer matrix. The strong interactions between the two materials lead to dispersion at the nanometre level.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePolymer\/layered silicate nanocomposites are prepared by a variety of routes. One of the first materials, a Nylon 6 nanocomposite, was prepared by in situ polymerisation of -caprolactam in a dispersion of montmorillonite. The silicate can be dispersed in a liquid monomer or a solution of monomer. It has also been possible to melt-mix polymers with layered silicates, avoiding the use of organic solvents. The latter method permits the use of conventional processing techniques such as injection moulding and extrusion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNanocomposites have been formed with a wide variety of polymers including: epoxy, polyurethane, polyetherimide, poybenzoxazine, polypropylene, polystyrene, polymethyl methacrylate, polycaprolactone, polyacrylonitrile, polyvinyl pyrrolidone, polyethylene glycol, polyvinylidene fluoride, polybutadiene, copolymers and liquid crystalline polymers. Summaries of the work carried out on these different materials and references to these studies are included in this Rapra Review Report.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMany studies have been carried out to characterise different nanocomposites. Techniques in use include wide-angle X-ray diffraction and transmission electron microscopy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProcessing techniques are critical in polymer manufacturing and this holds true for nanocomposites. Several processing methods and innovative techniques are discussed. For example, Nylon 6 clay nanocomposites have been electrospun from solution, which resulted in highly aligned clay particles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwo other types of nanofiller are briefly described here. Polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane (POSS) nanoparticles combine organic and inorganic segments with nanosized cage structures. Carbon nanotubes have also been examined as they offer unique mechanical and electrical properties.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis review is accompanied by around 400 abstracts compiled from the Polymer Library, to facilitate further reading on this subject. A subject index and a company index are included. The majority of these references are cited in the review, which is exceptionally well referenced.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNanocomposite structure \u003cbr\u003eNanocomposite properties \u003cbr\u003eNanocomposite preparation \u003cbr\u003eDifferent polymer nanocomposites \u003cbr\u003eProcessing nanocomposites \u003cbr\u003eWell referenced\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.Introduction\u003cbr\u003e2. Layered Silicates \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2.1 Structure and Properties\u003cbr\u003e2.2 Organophilic Modification\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Preparative Methods for PLS Nanocomposites\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e3.1 Intercalation of Polymer or Pre-Polymer from Solution\u003cbr\u003e3.2 In Situ Intercalative Polymerisation Method\u003cbr\u003e3.3 Melt Intercalation Method\u0026lt;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Structure and Characterisation of PLS Nanocomposites \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4.1 Structure of PLS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e4.2 Characterisation of PLS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Types of Polymers for the Preparation of Nanocomposites \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5.1 Vinyl Polymer Systems\u003cbr\u003e5.1.1 PS\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.1.2 PMMA\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.1.3 PVA\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.1.4 Block Copolymer\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.2 Condensation Polymers and Rubbers\u003cbr\u003e5.2.1 Nylon\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.2.2 PCL\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.2.3 PET\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.2.4 PBT\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.2.5 PC\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.2.6 PEO\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.2.7 LCP\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.2.8 PBO\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.2.9 EPR\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.2.10 PU\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.2.11 Polyimide\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.3 Polyolefins\u003cbr\u003e5.3.1 PP\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.3.2 PE\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.4 Speciality Polymers\u003cbr\u003e5.4.1 PANI\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.4.2 PNVC\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.5 Biodegradable Polymers\u003cbr\u003e5.5.1 PLA\/LS Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e5.5.2 PBS\/Clay Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6. Properties of PLS Nanocomposite Materials \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e6.1 Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA)\u003cbr\u003e6.2 Tensile Properties\u003cbr\u003e6.3 Flexural Properties and Heat Distortion Temperature\u003cbr\u003e6.4 Thermal Stability\u003cbr\u003e6.5 Fire Retardant Properties\u003cbr\u003e6.6 Gas Barrier Properties\u003cbr\u003e6.7 Ionic Conductivity\u003cbr\u003e6.8 Optical Transparency\u003cbr\u003e6.9 Biodegradability\u003cbr\u003e6.10 Crystallisation\u003cbr\u003e6.10.1 Spherulite Growth\u003cbr\u003e6.10.2 Effect of Intercalation on Enhancement of Dynamic Modulus\u003cbr\u003e6.10.3 Crystallisation Controlled by Silicate Surfaces\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7. Melt Rheology \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e7.1 Linear Viscoelastic Properties\u003cbr\u003e7.2 Elongational Flow and Strain-Induced Hardening\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8. Processing Operations \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e8.1 Foam Processing Using Supercritical CO2\u003cbr\u003e8.2 Shear Flow Processing\u003cbr\u003e8.3 Electrospinning\u003cbr\u003e8.4 Porous Ceramic Materials\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9. Multifunctional Polyhedral Oligomeric Silsesquioxane Nanocomposites \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10. Carbon Nanotube Polymer Composites\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e11. Outlook\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdditional References\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\nProfessor Musami Okamoto is a world-renowned expert in the field of polymer\/clay nanocomposites. He is currently a Professor at the Graduate School of Engineering, in the Toyota Technological Institute. He received a Ph.D. in 1994 from the Tokyo Institute of Technology on Structure Development during Melt Processing and Mechanical Properties in Polymer Blends. He has worked at Toyobo Co., where his research programme focused on polymer blends and alloys. He held a postdoctoral post at the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science \u0026amp; Technology, Kyushu, prior to joining the faculty at Toyota"}

Polymers and the REACH...

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{"id":11242241796,"title":"Polymers and the REACH Legislation","handle":"978-1-84735-086-2","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: Smithers Rapra by Suzanne Wilkinson \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-84735-086-2 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: 2008\u003cbr\u003eSoft-backed, 297 x 210 mm, 40 pages.\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nREACH, the EU regulation for the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals, entered into force in June 2007. Its central aim is to protect human health and the environment from the risks arising from the use of chemicals. REACH has become one of the most complex and far-reaching pieces of regulation ever to originate from the European Commission. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWithin the polymer industry, it will affect producers of chemicals or preparations, importers of chemicals or finished products to the EU, producers of finished products and downstream users. Its effects will truly give it global reach, within and beyond the boundaries of Europe! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRapra Limited, on behalf of its Members, commissioned Smithers Rapra to produce this guide to illustrate to organisations in these industries and sectors how REACH will affect them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n1. Introduction to REACH \u003cbr\u003e2. REACH Basics \u003cbr\u003e3. The Legal Text \u003cbr\u003e4. Key Milestones \u003cbr\u003e5. Monomers and Polymers \u003cbr\u003e6. Pre-registration, Registration, and Compliance \u003cbr\u003e7. Information Sharing and Confidentiality \u003cbr\u003e8. Financial Implications \u003cbr\u003e9. Glossary, Abbreviations, and Acronyms \u003cbr\u003e10. Other Resources\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","published_at":"2017-06-22T21:14:49-04:00","created_at":"2017-06-22T21:14:49-04:00","vendor":"Chemtec Publishing","type":"Book","tags":["2008","authorisation","book","environment","EU regulations","Europe","health","p-properties","polymer","REACH","restriction of chemicals","risks"],"price":12600,"price_min":12600,"price_max":12600,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":43378442692,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Polymers and the REACH Legislation","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":12600,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"978-1-84735-086-2","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":[],"featured_image":null,"options":["Title"],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: Smithers Rapra by Suzanne Wilkinson \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-84735-086-2 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: 2008\u003cbr\u003eSoft-backed, 297 x 210 mm, 40 pages.\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nREACH, the EU regulation for the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals, entered into force in June 2007. Its central aim is to protect human health and the environment from the risks arising from the use of chemicals. REACH has become one of the most complex and far-reaching pieces of regulation ever to originate from the European Commission. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWithin the polymer industry, it will affect producers of chemicals or preparations, importers of chemicals or finished products to the EU, producers of finished products and downstream users. Its effects will truly give it global reach, within and beyond the boundaries of Europe! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRapra Limited, on behalf of its Members, commissioned Smithers Rapra to produce this guide to illustrate to organisations in these industries and sectors how REACH will affect them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n1. Introduction to REACH \u003cbr\u003e2. REACH Basics \u003cbr\u003e3. The Legal Text \u003cbr\u003e4. Key Milestones \u003cbr\u003e5. Monomers and Polymers \u003cbr\u003e6. Pre-registration, Registration, and Compliance \u003cbr\u003e7. Information Sharing and Confidentiality \u003cbr\u003e8. Financial Implications \u003cbr\u003e9. Glossary, Abbreviations, and Acronyms \u003cbr\u003e10. Other Resources\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e"}

Polymers for Wire and ...

$450.00

{"id":11242206532,"title":"Polymers for Wire and Cable - Changes within an Industry","handle":"978-1-85957-190-3","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: K. Cousins \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-85957-190-3 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: 2000\u003cbr\u003e110 pages, softbound\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nThis report concentrates on the developments in polymeric materials and processes for cable specification and design. The main sections provide an overview of polymer used by a material with the main end-use markets examined: automotive, rail transport, aerospace, building and construction, business machines and computer networks, telecommunications, power generation and distribution, electrical appliances and consumer electronics marine off-shore and undersea cables, other general engineering applications. The European cable industry is discussed with particular emphasis on the markets within Benelux, France, Germany and the UK. Developments in the North American and Asian markets are briefly covered. Key trends based on new products, processes and machinery developments are indicated. The report includes profiles of leading polymer and cable companies with a discussion about recent merger and acquisition activity. Aspects of present and future European legislation are discussed with particular emphasis on those relating to fire retardancy, harmonisation of standards, recycling, and other environmental concerns.\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeith Cousins graduated from Oxford University in engineering Science and followed a graduate apprenticeship with one of the fore-runners of GEC with a career in export sales. This included export area management with Francis Shaw, a leading manufacturer of rubber and plastics extruders and mixing machinery. Moving to market research at Buckingham-based Harkness Consultants after posts in Export Area and Market Planning Management at Coventry Climax he has since November 1993, established a successful independent market research consultancy. Assignments have included a succession of published reports and privately communicated studies.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-06-22T21:12:57-04:00","created_at":"2017-06-22T21:12:57-04:00","vendor":"Chemtec Publishing","type":"Book","tags":["2000","acrylic polymers","aerospace","automotive","book","building","cable","construction","copolymers","electronics","ethylene","evironmental","fire retardancy","markets","p-applications","PE","polymer","polymeric materials","processes","PVC","rail","recycling","standards","thermoplastic elastomers","thermoset elastomers"],"price":45000,"price_min":45000,"price_max":45000,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":43378322116,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Polymers for Wire and Cable - Changes within an Industry","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":45000,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"978-1-85957-190-3","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-85957-190-3.jpg?v=1499724916"],"featured_image":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-85957-190-3.jpg?v=1499724916","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":358698516573,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.767,"height":450,"width":345,"src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-85957-190-3.jpg?v=1499724916"},"aspect_ratio":0.767,"height":450,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-85957-190-3.jpg?v=1499724916","width":345}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: K. Cousins \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-85957-190-3 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: 2000\u003cbr\u003e110 pages, softbound\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nThis report concentrates on the developments in polymeric materials and processes for cable specification and design. The main sections provide an overview of polymer used by a material with the main end-use markets examined: automotive, rail transport, aerospace, building and construction, business machines and computer networks, telecommunications, power generation and distribution, electrical appliances and consumer electronics marine off-shore and undersea cables, other general engineering applications. The European cable industry is discussed with particular emphasis on the markets within Benelux, France, Germany and the UK. Developments in the North American and Asian markets are briefly covered. Key trends based on new products, processes and machinery developments are indicated. The report includes profiles of leading polymer and cable companies with a discussion about recent merger and acquisition activity. Aspects of present and future European legislation are discussed with particular emphasis on those relating to fire retardancy, harmonisation of standards, recycling, and other environmental concerns.\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeith Cousins graduated from Oxford University in engineering Science and followed a graduate apprenticeship with one of the fore-runners of GEC with a career in export sales. This included export area management with Francis Shaw, a leading manufacturer of rubber and plastics extruders and mixing machinery. Moving to market research at Buckingham-based Harkness Consultants after posts in Export Area and Market Planning Management at Coventry Climax he has since November 1993, established a successful independent market research consultancy. 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Polymers in Aerospace ...

$120.00

{"id":11242242116,"title":"Polymers in Aerospace Applications","handle":"978-1-84735-093-0","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor: Joel Fried \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-84735-093-0 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublished: 2010\u003cbr\u003ePages: 136, Soft-backed\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nThis review report gives an overview of how polymers are used in aerospace applications. Topics covered include: Composites, including thermosets, thermoplastics, and nanocomposites. Fibre reinforcement of the composites and the specialised applications are also covered. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor each type of composite, the chemistry, cure methods, fabrication methods, mechanical properties, thermal properties and environmental degradation are considered. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApplications include: sealants, structural adhesives, foams, primer paint, shape memory alloys, electroactive devices, MEMS, vibration damping, NLO properties and ablative polymers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis review report is accompanied by around 400 abstracts compiled from the Polymer Library, to facilitate further reading on this subject. A subject index and a company index are included.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n1. Introduction\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2. Adhesives\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3. Coatings\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4. Fibres\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5. Composites\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e6. Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e7. Foams\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","published_at":"2017-06-22T21:14:50-04:00","created_at":"2017-06-22T21:14:50-04:00","vendor":"Chemtec Publishing","type":"Book","tags":["2010","aerospace","book","coatings","composties","nanocomposites","p-applications","polymer","polymers"],"price":12000,"price_min":12000,"price_max":12000,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":43378443076,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Polymers in Aerospace Applications","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":12000,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"978-1-84735-093-0","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-84735-093-0.jpg?v=1499953211"],"featured_image":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-84735-093-0.jpg?v=1499953211","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":358698647645,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.767,"height":450,"width":345,"src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-84735-093-0.jpg?v=1499953211"},"aspect_ratio":0.767,"height":450,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-84735-093-0.jpg?v=1499953211","width":345}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor: Joel Fried \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-84735-093-0 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublished: 2010\u003cbr\u003ePages: 136, Soft-backed\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nThis review report gives an overview of how polymers are used in aerospace applications. Topics covered include: Composites, including thermosets, thermoplastics, and nanocomposites. Fibre reinforcement of the composites and the specialised applications are also covered. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor each type of composite, the chemistry, cure methods, fabrication methods, mechanical properties, thermal properties and environmental degradation are considered. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApplications include: sealants, structural adhesives, foams, primer paint, shape memory alloys, electroactive devices, MEMS, vibration damping, NLO properties and ablative polymers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis review report is accompanied by around 400 abstracts compiled from the Polymer Library, to facilitate further reading on this subject. A subject index and a company index are included.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n1. Introduction\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2. Adhesives\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3. Coatings\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4. Fibres\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5. Composites\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e6. Nanocomposites\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e7. Foams\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e"}

Polymers in Defence an...

$125.00

{"id":11242237636,"title":"Polymers in Defence and Aerospace Applications 2010","handle":"978-1-84735-398-6","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: Conference Proceedings \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-84735-398-6 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: 2010\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nWith the aerospace and defence industries poised for growth in virtually every segment; the commercial, general aviation, military and space sectors are a ‘must watch’ area for businesses seeking new business and technology opportunities. Accompanying this growth, polymers will play an increasing role, with, for example, a near doubling of the aerocomposites market is predicted by 2016.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePolymers in Defence and Aerospace Applications took an in-depth look at how polymers are increasingly being used to meet the developing demands of this industry in areas such as weight minimisation, increased strength, and enhanced affordability. Both defence and aerospace are industries where the performance requirements of polymer-based materials are continually being pushed to the limits of what is possible in order to help achieve these goals, and where there is a constant demand for new and improved materials for a wide range of existing and new applications. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis conference covered all of the important polymer related areas specific to the defence and aerospace industries, from state-of-the-art R\u0026amp;D to characterisation, fabrication, technology development and many new and emerging applications. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePolymers in Defence \u0026amp; Aerospace Applications featured presentations from key defence and aerospace industry experts, as well as from polymer manufacturers and those developing new polymer-based materials, technologies and applications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSESSION 1: NOVEL MATERIALS \u0026amp; PROCESSES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 1: Team MAST – Delivering materials and structures R \u0026amp; D to UK MOD\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDr. Dan Kells, BAE Systems, UK \u0026amp; Dr Eoin O’Keefe, QinetiQ Ltd, UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 2: Phosphazene elastomer use in defence and aerospace\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBill Goodwin \u0026amp; Raymond E Stiles, Materials Science Technology, USA\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 3: Formulation and properties of rigid polyurethane foams\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKaren J Foster, K N Hunt, C N Warriner, D R Harbron \u0026amp; D A Broughton, AWE plc, UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 4: Inkjet printing as a fabrication tool and its potential in defence \u0026amp; aerospace applications\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDr. Kay Yeong, Xennia Technology, UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSESSION 2: ELECTRONIC MATERIALS \u0026amp; APPLICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 5: Development of a thermoplastic printed circuit board for applications in the aviation industry\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDipl-Ing Thomas Apeldorn, Universität Bayreuth, Germany\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 6: Synthesis and characterization of novel conducting monomer showing chimeric polymerisation behaviour: Versatile applications in defence and aerospace research\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDr Dhana Lakshmi, Cranfield University, UK et al\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 7: Use of fluoropolymers in aerospace and defence: new applications and advantages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStefano Mortara, P Toniolo, M Gebert, A Marrani \u0026amp; M Bassi, Solvay Solexis SPA, Italy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 8: Rapid manufacturing of syntactic foams\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA.K. Walmsley, M. Carne, M. Swan, C. Warriner, K. Hunt AWE plc, UK, G.J. Gibbons, The University of Warwick, UK \u0026amp; S. Bubb, 3T RPD, UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 9: Design for manufacture and reliability of polymer-based electronics\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChris Bailey, Tim Tilford \u0026amp; Hua Lu, University of Greenwich, UK \u0026amp; Marc Desmulliez, Heriot-Watt University, UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSESSION 3: COMPOSITES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 10: Rapid manufacture of structural thermoplastic composite components for aerospace and defence applications\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCharlotte Vacogne \u0026amp; Museok Kwak TWI, UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 11: Novel high temperature polymers for demanding composite applications\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDr.Theo Dingemans, Delft University of Technology, The Netherlands\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 12: Microfocus X-ray diffraction and its application to high-performance polymers and composites\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRichard Davies, C Riekel \u0026amp; M Burghammer, European Synchrotron Radiation Facility, France \u0026amp; S J Eichhorn \u0026amp; R J Young, University of Manchester, UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSESSION 4: CARBON NANO FIBRE-BASED MATERIALS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 13: Development of multifunctional advanced composites with polymer nanocomposite matrices for aerospace applications\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarco Monti, Luigi Torre, R Petrucci \u0026amp; Prof Jose Kenny, University of Perugia, Italy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 14: Manufacture and evaluation of hybrid carbon nanofiber containing nonwoven papers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAndrew Austin, Napier University, UK and J Haaland, Michael Jeschke \u0026amp; D Jhaveri, Technical Fibre Products, USA\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 15: New generation of multifunctional composites with carbon nanotubes for aerospace applications\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProf Dr Sergio H Pezzin \u0026amp; L A F Coelho, Santa Catrina State University, Brazil \u0026amp; S Amico, UFRGS, Brazil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSESSION 5: INORGANIC NANO-MATERIALS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 16: Development of phenolic based nanocomposites for ablative rocket combustion chambers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLuigi Torre, M Natali \u0026amp; J Kenny, University of Perugia, Italy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 17: High-performance polyurethane shape - memory polymer and its composites\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDr. W M Huang \u0026amp; Y Zhao, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore and Y Q Fu, Heriot-Watt University, UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 18: Ageing and performance predictions of polymer nanocomposites for exterior defence and aerospace applications\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDr. James Njuguna, Cranfield University, UK \u0026amp; K Pielichowski, Cracow University of Technology, Poland\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 19: UK strategic focus: The Materials and Structures National Technical Committee\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDr. Dan Kells, BAE Systems, UK \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 20: The role of micro and nanofillers on mechanical and tribological behaviour of polymer matrix composites for aerospace and automotive applications\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProf B Suresha \u0026amp; Prof Mohammed Ismail, The National Institute of Engineering, India\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSESSION 6: COATINGS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 21: Engineered coatings for composites and polymers used in defence \u0026amp; 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the commercial, general aviation, military and space sectors are a ‘must watch’ area for businesses seeking new business and technology opportunities. Accompanying this growth, polymers will play an increasing role, with, for example, a near doubling of the aerocomposites market is predicted by 2016.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePolymers in Defence and Aerospace Applications took an in-depth look at how polymers are increasingly being used to meet the developing demands of this industry in areas such as weight minimisation, increased strength, and enhanced affordability. Both defence and aerospace are industries where the performance requirements of polymer-based materials are continually being pushed to the limits of what is possible in order to help achieve these goals, and where there is a constant demand for new and improved materials for a wide range of existing and new applications. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis conference covered all of the important polymer related areas specific to the defence and aerospace industries, from state-of-the-art R\u0026amp;D to characterisation, fabrication, technology development and many new and emerging applications. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePolymers in Defence \u0026amp; Aerospace Applications featured presentations from key defence and aerospace industry experts, as well as from polymer manufacturers and those developing new polymer-based materials, technologies and applications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSESSION 1: NOVEL MATERIALS \u0026amp; PROCESSES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 1: Team MAST – Delivering materials and structures R \u0026amp; D to UK MOD\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDr. Dan Kells, BAE Systems, UK \u0026amp; Dr Eoin O’Keefe, QinetiQ Ltd, UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 2: Phosphazene elastomer use in defence and aerospace\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBill Goodwin \u0026amp; Raymond E Stiles, Materials Science Technology, USA\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 3: Formulation and properties of rigid polyurethane foams\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKaren J Foster, K N Hunt, C N Warriner, D R Harbron \u0026amp; D A Broughton, AWE plc, UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 4: Inkjet printing as a fabrication tool and its potential in defence \u0026amp; aerospace applications\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDr. Kay Yeong, Xennia Technology, UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSESSION 2: ELECTRONIC MATERIALS \u0026amp; APPLICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 5: Development of a thermoplastic printed circuit board for applications in the aviation industry\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDipl-Ing Thomas Apeldorn, Universität Bayreuth, Germany\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 6: Synthesis and characterization of novel conducting monomer showing chimeric polymerisation behaviour: Versatile applications in defence and aerospace research\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDr Dhana Lakshmi, Cranfield University, UK et al\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 7: Use of fluoropolymers in aerospace and defence: new applications and advantages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStefano Mortara, P Toniolo, M Gebert, A Marrani \u0026amp; M Bassi, Solvay Solexis SPA, Italy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 8: Rapid manufacturing of syntactic foams\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA.K. Walmsley, M. Carne, M. Swan, C. Warriner, K. Hunt AWE plc, UK, G.J. Gibbons, The University of Warwick, UK \u0026amp; S. Bubb, 3T RPD, UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 9: Design for manufacture and reliability of polymer-based electronics\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChris Bailey, Tim Tilford \u0026amp; Hua Lu, University of Greenwich, UK \u0026amp; Marc Desmulliez, Heriot-Watt University, UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSESSION 3: COMPOSITES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 10: Rapid manufacture of structural thermoplastic composite components for aerospace and defence applications\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCharlotte Vacogne \u0026amp; Museok Kwak TWI, UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 11: Novel high temperature polymers for demanding composite applications\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDr.Theo Dingemans, Delft University of Technology, The Netherlands\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 12: Microfocus X-ray diffraction and its application to high-performance polymers and composites\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRichard Davies, C Riekel \u0026amp; M Burghammer, European Synchrotron Radiation Facility, France \u0026amp; S J Eichhorn \u0026amp; R J Young, University of Manchester, UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSESSION 4: CARBON NANO FIBRE-BASED MATERIALS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 13: Development of multifunctional advanced composites with polymer nanocomposite matrices for aerospace applications\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarco Monti, Luigi Torre, R Petrucci \u0026amp; Prof Jose Kenny, University of Perugia, Italy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 14: Manufacture and evaluation of hybrid carbon nanofiber containing nonwoven papers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAndrew Austin, Napier University, UK and J Haaland, Michael Jeschke \u0026amp; D Jhaveri, Technical Fibre Products, USA\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 15: New generation of multifunctional composites with carbon nanotubes for aerospace applications\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProf Dr Sergio H Pezzin \u0026amp; L A F Coelho, Santa Catrina State University, Brazil \u0026amp; S Amico, UFRGS, Brazil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSESSION 5: INORGANIC NANO-MATERIALS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 16: Development of phenolic based nanocomposites for ablative rocket combustion chambers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLuigi Torre, M Natali \u0026amp; J Kenny, University of Perugia, Italy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 17: High-performance polyurethane shape - memory polymer and its composites\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDr. W M Huang \u0026amp; Y Zhao, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore and Y Q Fu, Heriot-Watt University, UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 18: Ageing and performance predictions of polymer nanocomposites for exterior defence and aerospace applications\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDr. James Njuguna, Cranfield University, UK \u0026amp; K Pielichowski, Cracow University of Technology, Poland\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 19: UK strategic focus: The Materials and Structures National Technical Committee\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDr. Dan Kells, BAE Systems, UK \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 20: The role of micro and nanofillers on mechanical and tribological behaviour of polymer matrix composites for aerospace and automotive applications\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProf B Suresha \u0026amp; Prof Mohammed Ismail, The National Institute of Engineering, India\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSESSION 6: COATINGS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 21: Engineered coatings for composites and polymers used in defence \u0026amp; aerospace: Now and the future\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGraham Armstrong, Indestructible Paint Ltd, UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 22: Silicone based coatings for aircraft applications\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBill Riegler, B Burkitt \u0026amp; R Thomaier, Nusil Technology, USA\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e"}

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{"id":11242250308,"title":"Polymers in Defence and Aerospace Applications, 2007","handle":"978-1-84735-019-0","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: Conference \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-84735-019-0 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished: 2007\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eToulouse, France, 18-19 September 2007\u003cbr\u003eRapra Conference Proceedings, 2007\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nPolymers play a vital role in many defence and aerospace applications and there is a huge amount of activity underway globally to produce new polymers and polymeric materials that can enhance these applications. Composites are one such example where materials have revolutionised performance capabilities and, with the emergence of nanomaterials, the world of composites is set to be further extended. Many new nanocomposites have been developed, each with interesting and novel properties and new potential applications. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA significant part of the conference was therefore devoted to presentations detailing composites, nanocomposites, and their novel applications. The conference also covered many of the other key novel polymers, processes, and applications, including high-temperature thermoplastics, elastomers, and rubbers. These proceedings will appeal to all those seeking to gain insights into the crucial role that polymers play in many critical aerospace and defence applications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\nSESSION 1. COMPOSITES \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 1 Composite Applications and Challenges for Lightweight Design of Aircraft Structure \u003cbr\u003eDave Wood, BAE SYSTEMS – Military Air Solutions, UK \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 2 Quickstep curing technology: an out of – autoclave technology for prepegs and dry fibre reinforced laminates \u003cbr\u003eDr. J. Schlimbach, A. Ogale, D. Brosius \u0026amp; N. Noble, Quickstep GmbH, Germany \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSESSION 2. NANOCOMPOSITES \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 3 Polymer nanocomposites with carbon nanotubes in aerospace and defence \u003cbr\u003eDr. James Njuguna, Cranefield University, UK \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 4 Nylon-12 nanocomposite thin films as protective barriers \u003cbr\u003eDr. Celia Stevens, M. Gnatowski \u0026amp; S. Duncan, Polymer Engineering Company Ltd, Canada \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 5 Thermal conductivity of ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer\/carbon nanofiller blends \u003cbr\u003eDr. Sayata Ghose, K.A. Watson, D.C. Working, J.W. Connell, J.G. Smith Jr, Y. Lin \u0026amp; Y.P. Sun, National Institute of Aerospace, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 6 Nanoscopically controlled polymer containing gadolinium atoms for shielding against radiation \u003cbr\u003eJoseph D Lichtenhan, J.P. Spratt, S. Aghara, P.A. Wheeler \u0026amp; R. Leadon, Hybrid Plastics, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 7 Conducting polymer nanofibres obtained by electrospinning \u003cbr\u003eDr. Lucie Robitaille \u0026amp; A. Laforgue, National Research Council Canada, Canada \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 8 Influence of space radiation on nano adhesive bonding of high-performance polymer \u003cbr\u003eDr. Shantanu Bhowmik, Delft University of Technology, The Netherlands \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSESSION 3. NOVEL POLYMER SYSTEMS \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 9 Electrically conductive shape memory polymer with anisotropic electro-thermo-mechanical properties \u003cbr\u003eW.M. Huang, N. Liu, S.Y. Phoo \u0026amp; C.S. Chan, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 10 Development of new, conductive and microwave-lossy materials involving conducting polymer coatings \u003cbr\u003eDr. Jamshid Avloni, Eeonyx Corp, USA \u0026amp; Dr. A. Henn, Marktek Inc, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 11 Incorporating functional fillers into silicone elastomer systems \u003cbr\u003eBrian Burkitt, B. Riegler \u0026amp; S. Bruner, NuSil Technology Europe, UK \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSESSION 4. ELASTOMERS AND RUBBERS \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 12 Elastomeric solutions to seal jet oils at high temperature with fluoroelastomers and perfluoroelastomers \u003cbr\u003eJean-Luc Matoux, EW Thomas \u0026amp; R.W. Schnell, DuPont Performance Elastomers SA, Switzerland \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 13 Novel nylon\/halogenated butyl rubber blends in protection against warfare agents \u003cbr\u003eDr. Marek Gnatowski, J.D. Van Dyke \u0026amp; A. Burczyk, Polymer Engineering Company Ltd, Canada \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 14 Development of wider performance range rubber seal materials and the utility of FEA modeling \u003cbr\u003eDr. Robert Keller, Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSESSION 5 OTHER MATERIALS AND ASSESSMENT \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 15 New PEEK™ products and process technology developments for lightweight aerospace components \u003cbr\u003eDidier Padey, John Walling \u0026amp; Alan Wood, Victrex plc, France \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 16 Polymerisation, compound and elastomeric modified ETFE in aerospace and defence applications \u003cbr\u003ePhil Spencer, AGC Chemicals Europe Ltd, UK \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 17 Lifetime prediction and assessment of metal-polymer laminates \u003cbr\u003eJulie Etheridge, AWE plc, UK \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSESSION 6 POLYMER PROCESSES AND APPLICATIONS \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 18 Sonochemical surface modification for advanced electronic materials \u003cbr\u003eDr. Andy Cobley \u0026amp; Prof T. Mason, The Sonochemistry Centre at Coventry University, UK \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 19 Polymers for exo-atmospheric supersonic vehicles: a tough life \u003cbr\u003eDr. Duncan Broughton, AWEplc, UK \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 20 The role of polymeric materials for effective structural damping \u003cbr\u003eJohn R. House MIOA, QinetiQ, UK \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 21 Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP): the ultimate solution for low-cost RF flexible electronics and antennae \u003cbr\u003eRushi Vyas, A. Ride, S. Bhattacharya \u0026amp; M.M. 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Composites are one such example where materials have revolutionised performance capabilities and, with the emergence of nanomaterials, the world of composites is set to be further extended. Many new nanocomposites have been developed, each with interesting and novel properties and new potential applications. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA significant part of the conference was therefore devoted to presentations detailing composites, nanocomposites, and their novel applications. The conference also covered many of the other key novel polymers, processes, and applications, including high-temperature thermoplastics, elastomers, and rubbers. These proceedings will appeal to all those seeking to gain insights into the crucial role that polymers play in many critical aerospace and defence applications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\nSESSION 1. COMPOSITES \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 1 Composite Applications and Challenges for Lightweight Design of Aircraft Structure \u003cbr\u003eDave Wood, BAE SYSTEMS – Military Air Solutions, UK \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 2 Quickstep curing technology: an out of – autoclave technology for prepegs and dry fibre reinforced laminates \u003cbr\u003eDr. J. Schlimbach, A. Ogale, D. Brosius \u0026amp; N. Noble, Quickstep GmbH, Germany \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSESSION 2. NANOCOMPOSITES \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 3 Polymer nanocomposites with carbon nanotubes in aerospace and defence \u003cbr\u003eDr. James Njuguna, Cranefield University, UK \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 4 Nylon-12 nanocomposite thin films as protective barriers \u003cbr\u003eDr. Celia Stevens, M. Gnatowski \u0026amp; S. Duncan, Polymer Engineering Company Ltd, Canada \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 5 Thermal conductivity of ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer\/carbon nanofiller blends \u003cbr\u003eDr. Sayata Ghose, K.A. Watson, D.C. Working, J.W. Connell, J.G. Smith Jr, Y. Lin \u0026amp; Y.P. Sun, National Institute of Aerospace, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 6 Nanoscopically controlled polymer containing gadolinium atoms for shielding against radiation \u003cbr\u003eJoseph D Lichtenhan, J.P. Spratt, S. Aghara, P.A. Wheeler \u0026amp; R. Leadon, Hybrid Plastics, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 7 Conducting polymer nanofibres obtained by electrospinning \u003cbr\u003eDr. Lucie Robitaille \u0026amp; A. Laforgue, National Research Council Canada, Canada \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 8 Influence of space radiation on nano adhesive bonding of high-performance polymer \u003cbr\u003eDr. Shantanu Bhowmik, Delft University of Technology, The Netherlands \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSESSION 3. NOVEL POLYMER SYSTEMS \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 9 Electrically conductive shape memory polymer with anisotropic electro-thermo-mechanical properties \u003cbr\u003eW.M. Huang, N. Liu, S.Y. Phoo \u0026amp; C.S. Chan, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 10 Development of new, conductive and microwave-lossy materials involving conducting polymer coatings \u003cbr\u003eDr. Jamshid Avloni, Eeonyx Corp, USA \u0026amp; Dr. A. Henn, Marktek Inc, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 11 Incorporating functional fillers into silicone elastomer systems \u003cbr\u003eBrian Burkitt, B. Riegler \u0026amp; S. Bruner, NuSil Technology Europe, UK \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSESSION 4. ELASTOMERS AND RUBBERS \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 12 Elastomeric solutions to seal jet oils at high temperature with fluoroelastomers and perfluoroelastomers \u003cbr\u003eJean-Luc Matoux, EW Thomas \u0026amp; R.W. Schnell, DuPont Performance Elastomers SA, Switzerland \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 13 Novel nylon\/halogenated butyl rubber blends in protection against warfare agents \u003cbr\u003eDr. Marek Gnatowski, J.D. Van Dyke \u0026amp; A. Burczyk, Polymer Engineering Company Ltd, Canada \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 14 Development of wider performance range rubber seal materials and the utility of FEA modeling \u003cbr\u003eDr. Robert Keller, Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership, USA \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSESSION 5 OTHER MATERIALS AND ASSESSMENT \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 15 New PEEK™ products and process technology developments for lightweight aerospace components \u003cbr\u003eDidier Padey, John Walling \u0026amp; Alan Wood, Victrex plc, France \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 16 Polymerisation, compound and elastomeric modified ETFE in aerospace and defence applications \u003cbr\u003ePhil Spencer, AGC Chemicals Europe Ltd, UK \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 17 Lifetime prediction and assessment of metal-polymer laminates \u003cbr\u003eJulie Etheridge, AWE plc, UK \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSESSION 6 POLYMER PROCESSES AND APPLICATIONS \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 18 Sonochemical surface modification for advanced electronic materials \u003cbr\u003eDr. Andy Cobley \u0026amp; Prof T. Mason, The Sonochemistry Centre at Coventry University, UK \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 19 Polymers for exo-atmospheric supersonic vehicles: a tough life \u003cbr\u003eDr. Duncan Broughton, AWEplc, UK \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 20 The role of polymeric materials for effective structural damping \u003cbr\u003eJohn R. House MIOA, QinetiQ, UK \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper 21 Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP): the ultimate solution for low-cost RF flexible electronics and antennae \u003cbr\u003eRushi Vyas, A. Ride, S. Bhattacharya \u0026amp; M.M. Tentzeris, Georgia Institute of Technology, USA\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e"}

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NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN FLAME RETARDED POLYMERS FOR ELECTRONICS \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaper 6: Sustainable flame retardants – beyond fire safety, RoHS, and WEEE compliance \u003cbr\u003eTroy DeSoto \u0026amp; Veronique Steukers, Albemarle Corporation, Belgium \u0026amp; Kumar Kumar, Albemarle Corporation, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaper 7: Phosphinates, the flame retardants for polymers in electronics\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eDr. Sebastian Hörold, lmar Schmitt, Mathias Dietz, Jerome De Boysere, Clariant Produkte GmbH, Germany\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaper 8: Fire retardancy of polymers in electronics, a scientific approach\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eR. Borms, S. Goebelbecker \u0026amp; L. Tange, Eurobrom B.V. ICL-IP \u0026amp; P. Georlette \u0026amp; Y. Bar Yaakov, ICL-IP, The Netherlands\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSESSION 4. 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Klaus Feldmann \u0026amp; Thomas Bigl, Institute for Manufacturing Automation and Production Systems (FAPS), Germany\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaper 13: Macromelt molding - low-pressure adhesive injection molding\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eOlaf Muendelein, Henkel GmbH, Germany\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaper 14: Conformal coating resistance to organic and inorganic contaminants\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eDr. Christopher Hunt, National Physical Laboratory, UK\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSESSION 5. POLYMER FORMULATION AND RECYCLING FOR ELECTRONICS APPLICATIONS \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaper 15: Additives: the way to tailor-made plastics for E\u0026amp;E applications \u003cbr\u003eDr. Markus C. Grob, Eelco Dekker \u0026amp; Dr. Wolfgang Diegritz, Ciba Specialty Chemicals Inc., Switzerland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaper 16: Polymer recycling from WEEE - rapid assessment of electronic product enclosure plastics for improved resource management\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eProf. Gary Stevens et al, Gnosys\/Surrey University, UK\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaper 17: Polymers in WEEE – A ‘sustainable’ raw material resource\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003eKeith Freegard, Axion Recycling Ltd, UK\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSESSION 6. 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Polyolefin Foams

$125.00

{"id":11242224644,"title":"Polyolefin Foams","handle":"978-1-85957-434-8","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: N.J. Mills \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-85957-434-8 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: 2004\u003cbr\u003epages 138\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nPolymer Foams are used in many different types of applications and it is hard to find an area where they are not utilised. Polyolefin Foams are a relatively recent development compared to the other types of foam. The Polyolefin foam processes were developed in the 1960s and 1970s.\u003cbr\u003eThis Review starts with a brief history of the subject and then reports on the current situation regarding Polyolefin Foams. The section on processing discusses the properties required for successful foam production. The polymer section then describes the molecular structures necessary to produce the required properties and then considers novel polymer that can be used for foams. The properties section covers the mechanical and thermal properties and how these can be used to best advantage, while the applications section discusses how these properties can be used.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n1 Introduction \u003cbr\u003e2 Polymers\u003cbr\u003e2.1 Polyethylenes\u003cbr\u003e2.1.1 Blends\u003cbr\u003e2.2 Ethylene-Styrene ‘Interpolymers’\u003cbr\u003e2.3 EPDM\u003cbr\u003e2.4 Polypropylenes \u003cbr\u003e3 Processing\u003cbr\u003e3.1 Melt Rheology Suitable for Foaming\u003cbr\u003e3.2 Foam Expansion\u003cbr\u003e3.2.1 Control of Cell Size and Cell Stability\u003cbr\u003e3.2.2 Control of Density\u003cbr\u003e3.3 Post-Extrusion Shrinkage\u003cbr\u003e3.4 Rotomoulding\u003cbr\u003e3.5 Microcellular Foams\u003cbr\u003e3.6 Oriented PP Foams – Strandfoam \u0026lt; \u003cbr\u003e4 Mechanical Properties\u003cbr\u003e4.1 Initial Response in Compression\u003cbr\u003e4.2 Bulk Modulus\u003cbr\u003e4.3 Compressive Collapse\u003cbr\u003e4.4 High Strain Compressive Response\u003cbr\u003e4.5 Heat Transfer from Gas to Polymer During High Strain Compression\u003cbr\u003e4.6 Creep Response and Air Loss from Cells\u003cbr\u003e4.7 Recovery After Creep\u003cbr\u003e4.8 Fatigue\u003cbr\u003e4.9 Cushion Curves for Impact Response\u003cbr\u003e4.10 Impact Response in Shear or Shear Plus Compression\u003cbr\u003e4.11 Recovery After Impact\u003cbr\u003e4.12 Multiple Impacts \u003cbr\u003e5 Thermal Properties\u003cbr\u003e5.1 Dynamic Mechanical Thermal Analysis (DMTA)\u003cbr\u003e5.2 Thermal Expansion\u003cbr\u003e5.3 Thermal Conductivity \u003cbr\u003e6 Applications\u003cbr\u003e6.1 Packaging Against Impact Damage\u003cbr\u003e6.2 EVA in Running Shoe Midsoles\u003cbr\u003e6.3 Body Armour\u003cbr\u003e6.4 Helmets\u003cbr\u003e6.5 Soccer Shin Protectors\u003cbr\u003e6.6 Automotive \u003cbr\u003e7 Market Growth\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\nNigel Mills, D.Eng., Ph. D, F.I.M. graduated in Natural Sciences from Kings College, Cambridge, and then worked for ICI Petrochemical and Polymer Laboratory in Runcorn from 1964 to 1970. Since then he has been at Birmingham University, where he is currently Reader in Polymer Engineering, in the Metallurgy and Materials Department. His research interests include modeling and testing the mechanical properties of polymer foams, and the testing and design of protective helmets, clothing, and shoes. The latter involves linking injury criteria to product performance tests. His research group is equipped for impact, creep and fracture testing of foams and plastics, and testing of helmets and sports equipment. He is chairman of the British Standards committee for motorcycle helmets. 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Mills \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-85957-434-8 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished: 2004\u003cbr\u003epages 138\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nPolymer Foams are used in many different types of applications and it is hard to find an area where they are not utilised. Polyolefin Foams are a relatively recent development compared to the other types of foam. The Polyolefin foam processes were developed in the 1960s and 1970s.\u003cbr\u003eThis Review starts with a brief history of the subject and then reports on the current situation regarding Polyolefin Foams. The section on processing discusses the properties required for successful foam production. The polymer section then describes the molecular structures necessary to produce the required properties and then considers novel polymer that can be used for foams. The properties section covers the mechanical and thermal properties and how these can be used to best advantage, while the applications section discusses how these properties can be used.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n1 Introduction \u003cbr\u003e2 Polymers\u003cbr\u003e2.1 Polyethylenes\u003cbr\u003e2.1.1 Blends\u003cbr\u003e2.2 Ethylene-Styrene ‘Interpolymers’\u003cbr\u003e2.3 EPDM\u003cbr\u003e2.4 Polypropylenes \u003cbr\u003e3 Processing\u003cbr\u003e3.1 Melt Rheology Suitable for Foaming\u003cbr\u003e3.2 Foam Expansion\u003cbr\u003e3.2.1 Control of Cell Size and Cell Stability\u003cbr\u003e3.2.2 Control of Density\u003cbr\u003e3.3 Post-Extrusion Shrinkage\u003cbr\u003e3.4 Rotomoulding\u003cbr\u003e3.5 Microcellular Foams\u003cbr\u003e3.6 Oriented PP Foams – Strandfoam \u0026lt; \u003cbr\u003e4 Mechanical Properties\u003cbr\u003e4.1 Initial Response in Compression\u003cbr\u003e4.2 Bulk Modulus\u003cbr\u003e4.3 Compressive Collapse\u003cbr\u003e4.4 High Strain Compressive Response\u003cbr\u003e4.5 Heat Transfer from Gas to Polymer During High Strain Compression\u003cbr\u003e4.6 Creep Response and Air Loss from Cells\u003cbr\u003e4.7 Recovery After Creep\u003cbr\u003e4.8 Fatigue\u003cbr\u003e4.9 Cushion Curves for Impact Response\u003cbr\u003e4.10 Impact Response in Shear or Shear Plus Compression\u003cbr\u003e4.11 Recovery After Impact\u003cbr\u003e4.12 Multiple Impacts \u003cbr\u003e5 Thermal Properties\u003cbr\u003e5.1 Dynamic Mechanical Thermal Analysis (DMTA)\u003cbr\u003e5.2 Thermal Expansion\u003cbr\u003e5.3 Thermal Conductivity \u003cbr\u003e6 Applications\u003cbr\u003e6.1 Packaging Against Impact Damage\u003cbr\u003e6.2 EVA in Running Shoe Midsoles\u003cbr\u003e6.3 Body Armour\u003cbr\u003e6.4 Helmets\u003cbr\u003e6.5 Soccer Shin Protectors\u003cbr\u003e6.6 Automotive \u003cbr\u003e7 Market Growth\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\nNigel Mills, D.Eng., Ph. D, F.I.M. graduated in Natural Sciences from Kings College, Cambridge, and then worked for ICI Petrochemical and Polymer Laboratory in Runcorn from 1964 to 1970. Since then he has been at Birmingham University, where he is currently Reader in Polymer Engineering, in the Metallurgy and Materials Department. His research interests include modeling and testing the mechanical properties of polymer foams, and the testing and design of protective helmets, clothing, and shoes. The latter involves linking injury criteria to product performance tests. His research group is equipped for impact, creep and fracture testing of foams and plastics, and testing of helmets and sports equipment. He is chairman of the British Standards committee for motorcycle helmets. He has published 140 papers on foam and polymer properties and applications."}

Polypropylene

$361.00

{"id":11242244036,"title":"Polypropylene","handle":"1-884207-58-8","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: Clive Maier, Teresa Calafut \u003cbr\u003e10-ISBN 1-884207-58-8 \u003cbr\u003e13-\u003cspan\u003eISBN 978-1-884207-58-7\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished: 1998\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ePages: 425, Figures: 315 , Tables: 115\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nPolypropylene, The Definitive User's Guide and Databook present in a single volume a panoramic and up-to-the-minute user's guide for today's most important thermoplastic. The book examines every aspect - science, technology, engineering, properties, design, processing, applications - of the continuing development and use of polypropylene. The unique treatment means that specialists can not only find what they want but for the first time can relate to and understand the needs and requirements of others in the product development chain. The entire work is underpinned by very extensive collections of property data that allow the reader to put the information to real industrial and commercial use.\u003cbr\u003eDespite the preeminence and unrivaled versatility of polypropylene as a thermoplastic material to manufacture, relatively few books have been devoted to its study. Polypropylene, The Definitive User's Guide, and Databook not only fills the gap but breaks new ground in doing so. Polypropylene is the most popular thermoplastic in use today, and still one of the fastest growing. Polypropylene, The Definitive User's Guide and Databook is the complete workbook and reference resource for all those who work with the material. Its comprehensive scope uniquely caters to polymer scientists, plastics engineers, processing technologists, product designers, machinery and mold makers, product managers, end users, researchers and students alike.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\nChemical Properties\u003cbr\u003eMorphology\u003cbr\u003eCommercial Forms\u003cbr\u003eAdditives\u003cbr\u003eData Sheet Properties\u003cbr\u003eDesign\u003cbr\u003eFilms, Sheets, Fibers \u0026amp; Foams\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtensive Processing Data On\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePre-Processing\u003cbr\u003eInjection Extrusion \u0026amp; Blow Molding\u003cbr\u003eThermoforming\u003cbr\u003eCalendering\u003cbr\u003eCompression\u003cbr\u003eMachining\u003cbr\u003eJoining\u003cbr\u003eDecorating\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions Including\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMechanical, Thermal \u0026amp; Electrical Properties\u003cbr\u003ePermeability\u003cbr\u003eUV Light and Weathering\u003cbr\u003eSterilization\u003cbr\u003eViscosity\u003cbr\u003eChemical Resistance\u003cbr\u003eFlammability\u003cbr\u003eToxicity\u003cbr\u003eAlso Included\u003cbr\u003eEnvironmental Considerations\u003cbr\u003eAgency Approvals\u003cbr\u003eApplications\u003cbr\u003eCommercial Suppliers\u003cbr\u003eAvailable Grades\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInformation Presented As\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTextual\u003cbr\u003eDiscussions\u003cbr\u003eImages\u003cbr\u003eGraphs\u003cbr\u003eTables","published_at":"2017-06-22T21:14:56-04:00","created_at":"2017-06-22T21:14:56-04:00","vendor":"Chemtec Publishing","type":"Book","tags":["1998","additives","blow molding","book","calendering","chemical resistance","compression","decorating","electrical","Environment","extrusion","fibers","films","flammability","foams","injection","joining","mechanical","morphology","moulding","p-chemistry","permeability","polymer","polypropylene","processing","properties","sheets","sterilization","thermal","thermoforming","thermoplastic","toxicity","UV","viscosity","weathering"],"price":36100,"price_min":36100,"price_max":36100,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":43378446532,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Polypropylene","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":36100,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"978-1-884207-58-7","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/1-884207-58-8.jpg?v=1499725990"],"featured_image":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/1-884207-58-8.jpg?v=1499725990","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":358710083677,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.767,"height":450,"width":345,"src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/1-884207-58-8.jpg?v=1499725990"},"aspect_ratio":0.767,"height":450,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/1-884207-58-8.jpg?v=1499725990","width":345}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: Clive Maier, Teresa Calafut \u003cbr\u003e10-ISBN 1-884207-58-8 \u003cbr\u003e13-\u003cspan\u003eISBN 978-1-884207-58-7\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished: 1998\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ePages: 425, Figures: 315 , Tables: 115\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nPolypropylene, The Definitive User's Guide and Databook present in a single volume a panoramic and up-to-the-minute user's guide for today's most important thermoplastic. The book examines every aspect - science, technology, engineering, properties, design, processing, applications - of the continuing development and use of polypropylene. The unique treatment means that specialists can not only find what they want but for the first time can relate to and understand the needs and requirements of others in the product development chain. The entire work is underpinned by very extensive collections of property data that allow the reader to put the information to real industrial and commercial use.\u003cbr\u003eDespite the preeminence and unrivaled versatility of polypropylene as a thermoplastic material to manufacture, relatively few books have been devoted to its study. Polypropylene, The Definitive User's Guide, and Databook not only fills the gap but breaks new ground in doing so. Polypropylene is the most popular thermoplastic in use today, and still one of the fastest growing. Polypropylene, The Definitive User's Guide and Databook is the complete workbook and reference resource for all those who work with the material. Its comprehensive scope uniquely caters to polymer scientists, plastics engineers, processing technologists, product designers, machinery and mold makers, product managers, end users, researchers and students alike.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\nChemical Properties\u003cbr\u003eMorphology\u003cbr\u003eCommercial Forms\u003cbr\u003eAdditives\u003cbr\u003eData Sheet Properties\u003cbr\u003eDesign\u003cbr\u003eFilms, Sheets, Fibers \u0026amp; Foams\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtensive Processing Data On\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePre-Processing\u003cbr\u003eInjection Extrusion \u0026amp; Blow Molding\u003cbr\u003eThermoforming\u003cbr\u003eCalendering\u003cbr\u003eCompression\u003cbr\u003eMachining\u003cbr\u003eJoining\u003cbr\u003eDecorating\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions Including\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMechanical, Thermal \u0026amp; Electrical Properties\u003cbr\u003ePermeability\u003cbr\u003eUV Light and Weathering\u003cbr\u003eSterilization\u003cbr\u003eViscosity\u003cbr\u003eChemical Resistance\u003cbr\u003eFlammability\u003cbr\u003eToxicity\u003cbr\u003eAlso Included\u003cbr\u003eEnvironmental Considerations\u003cbr\u003eAgency Approvals\u003cbr\u003eApplications\u003cbr\u003eCommercial Suppliers\u003cbr\u003eAvailable Grades\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInformation Presented As\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTextual\u003cbr\u003eDiscussions\u003cbr\u003eImages\u003cbr\u003eGraphs\u003cbr\u003eTables"}

Polyvinyl Alcohol: Mat...

$125.00

{"id":11242216260,"title":"Polyvinyl Alcohol: Materials, Processing and Applications","handle":"978-1-84735-095-4","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: Vannessa Goodship \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-84735-095-4 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished: 2009\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eRapra Review Report 191, Vol. 16, No. 11, 2009\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePages: 142\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nFor a number of years, plastic wastes have been accumulating at such a rate that there are now huge environmental concerns with their disposal. Options such as landfill and incineration have not been well received by the public, or indeed government legislation, and focus is now firmly upon the use of biodegradable alternatives for mass applications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne material that has been considered for mass application has been polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH). To date, the use of this material has been confined to comparatively low technology applications such as paper coatings and fibre sizing, which rely upon its inherently poor resistance to moisture to initiate degradation and ultimate disposal.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePolyvinyl Alcohol: Materials, Processing, and Applications provide a concise introduction to PVOH - the material itself, the processing and applications, and also potential future directions for PVOH. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\nDr. Vannessa Goodship is a Senior Research Fellow at The University of Warwick. She worked in the plastics industry for fourteen years prior to working at Warwick and has acted as coordinator for the UK Polymer Recycling Network. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShe has now worked in the field of polymer processing for over twenty four years and has published work on a variety of plastic related subjects.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","published_at":"2017-06-22T21:13:28-04:00","created_at":"2017-06-22T21:13:28-04:00","vendor":"Chemtec Publishing","type":"Book","tags":["2009","applications","book","p-chemistry","polymer","polyvinyl alcohol","processing","PVOH"],"price":12500,"price_min":12500,"price_max":12500,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":43378356548,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Polyvinyl Alcohol: Materials, Processing and Applications","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":12500,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"978-1-84735-095-4","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-84735-095-4.jpg?v=1499953482"],"featured_image":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-84735-095-4.jpg?v=1499953482","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":358715424861,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.767,"height":450,"width":345,"src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-84735-095-4.jpg?v=1499953482"},"aspect_ratio":0.767,"height":450,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/products\/978-1-84735-095-4.jpg?v=1499953482","width":345}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\nAuthor: Vannessa Goodship \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-84735-095-4 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished: 2009\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eRapra Review Report 191, Vol. 16, No. 11, 2009\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePages: 142\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\nFor a number of years, plastic wastes have been accumulating at such a rate that there are now huge environmental concerns with their disposal. Options such as landfill and incineration have not been well received by the public, or indeed government legislation, and focus is now firmly upon the use of biodegradable alternatives for mass applications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne material that has been considered for mass application has been polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH). To date, the use of this material has been confined to comparatively low technology applications such as paper coatings and fibre sizing, which rely upon its inherently poor resistance to moisture to initiate degradation and ultimate disposal.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePolyvinyl Alcohol: Materials, Processing, and Applications provide a concise introduction to PVOH - the material itself, the processing and applications, and also potential future directions for PVOH. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\nDr. Vannessa Goodship is a Senior Research Fellow at The University of Warwick. She worked in the plastics industry for fourteen years prior to working at Warwick and has acted as coordinator for the UK Polymer Recycling Network. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShe has now worked in the field of polymer processing for over twenty four years and has published work on a variety of plastic related subjects.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e"}

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