Multifunctional Polymeric Foams: Advancements and Innovative Approaches

ISBN-13: 9781032111698 / Angielski / Twarda / 2023 / 240 str.

B. P., Resmi

Opis

This book discusses the utilization of nano-based formulations for control of viral agents. Antiviral potential of green synthesized silver, chitosan nanoparticles encapsulating curcumin, photoinduced antiviral carbon nanohorns, and role of carbon-based materials like carbon nanotubes in repression of viral antigens are explained.

Spis treści

1. Polymeric foams - An Introduction. 2. Micromechanical modelling of foams. 3. Latex-based polymeric foam - Preparation, properties and applications . 4. Blended polymeric foams. 5. Polymer nanocomposite foams as metal ion removers. 6. Polymeric nanocomposite foams in biomedical engineering. 7. Polymer nanocomposite foams and acoustics. 8. An overview about the growing usage of elastomeric foams and nanocomposite derivatives in the foam market. 9. Polymeric foams and their nanocomposite derivatives  for shock absorption. 10. An overview on Nanoparticles, nanocomposites and emerging applications of polymeric nanocomposite  foams. 11. Innovations in polymeric foams and new application opportunities including energy and energy devices.