Polymers & Plastics

Plasma Surface Modification and Plasma Polymerization..

This book begins with a discussion of different types of molds and dies, including compression molding, injection molding, blow molding, thermoforming, reaction injection molding, extrusion, and pultrusion. It then covers spinning, casting, reinforcing, foaming, compounding, and coating processes as..

A concise review of the inherent properties of polymers, this volume explores a range of topics, including how their end-use properties can be influenced through changes in the molecular architecture or incorporation of various fillers and additives. The authors describe the mechanical, electrical, ..

An analysis of polymer and composite rheology. This second edition covers flow properties of thermoplastic and thermoset polymers, and general principles and applications of all phases of polymer rheology, with new chapters on the rheology of particulate and fibre composites. It also includes new an..

This book provides a one-stop reference on the various aspects of polymer brush technology, including synthesis, properties, performance, and applications. Along with introductory information for newcomers, the text presents both experimental details and theoretical insights to enable a better under..

Polymer semiconductor is the only semiconductor that can be processed in solution. Electronics made by these flexible materials have many advantages such as large-area solution process, low cost, and high performance. Researchers and companies are increasingly dedicating time and money in polymer el..

There has recently been much interest among geographers, historians and political theorists in concepts of centre and periphery. In this book a wide range of studies consider how such concepts can be used to clarify our understanding of pre-capitalist societies...

A reflection of the significant advances in the field, this book discusses the macromolecular basis of polymer translocation that have emerged based on experimentation, new models, and computational approaches. In the first section, the author, and internationally recognized authority and pioneer in..

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This work is an outstanding reference devoted to discussing the separation of gases by membranes. It examines the latest findings of membrane science and practical applications, exploring the complete spectrum of relevant topics from fundamentals of gas absorption and diffusion in polymers to vapor ..

This volume highlights the latest developments and trends in advanced polyblends and their structures. It presents the developments of advanced polyblends and respective tools to characterize and predict the material properties and behavior. The book provides important original and theoretical exper..

Scientific principles of design and fabrication of packaging materials for food purposes are described in this work, as well as methods for structural modification and other techniques. The main practical properties and applications of polymer materials are described...