Polymer Science and Technology

ISBN-13: 9780849389399 / Angielski / Twarda / 2000 / 483 str.

Robert Oboigbaotor Ebewele;Ebewele; Ebewele O. Ebewele

Opis

This text covers the fundamentals of the science in a simple way. The book is divided into three main parts: part one explains polymer fundamentals; part two discusses the preparation of polymers from monomers and the transformation of polymers into useful everyday articles; and part three examines the properties and applications of polymers. The author emphasizes basic, qualitative comprehension of concepts, rather than rote memorization or detailed mathematical analysis, and examines various stages involved in the production of the finished product and their influence on its properties. Chapter review problems with answers are provided as well as worked examples.

Recenzje

" … a comprehensive textbook on the many aspects of polymer chemistry, physics, and engineering…provides excellent problem examples for self study by the student…Given the nature of the text, I thought that the book was a good value. It provided references to many areas in polymer science, minimizing the number of books on my shelf. The format was very readable and consistent throughout the book. The examples greatly aided in understanding of the subject matter…an outstanding undergraduate book."
--Andrew Auerbach, in Polymer News, Vol. 26, No. 8

"I would recommend this as a reference text from the point of view covering the principles…"
-Physical Sciences Educational Reviews, Vol. 7

Spis treści

FUNDAMENTALS:

Introduction
Historical Development
Basic Concepts and Definitions
Classification of Polymers
Polymerization Mechanisms
Chain-Reaction Polymerization
Ionic and Coordination Polymerizations
Step-Growth Polymerization
Ring-Opening Polymerization
Chemical Bonding and Polymer Structure
Chemical Bonding
Primary Structure
Secondary Structure
Tertiary Structure
Crystallinity and Polymer Properties
Thermal Transitions in Polymers
The Glass Transition Temperature
The Crystalline Melting Point
Polymer Modification
Copolymerization
Postpolymerization Reactions
Functional Polymers

POLYMER PREPARATION AND PROCESSING METHODS:

Condensation (Step-Reaction) Polymerization
Mechanism of Condensation Polymerization
Kinetics of Condensation Polymerization
Stoichiometry in Linear Systems
Molecular Weight Control
Molecular Weight Distribution in Linear Condensation Systems
Molecular Weight Averages
Ring Formation vs. Chain Polymerization
Three-Dimensional Network Step-Reaction Polymers
Prediction of the Gel Point
Morphology of Cross-Linked Polymers
Chain Reaction (Addition) Polymerization
Vinyl Monomers
Mechanism of Chain Polymerization
Steady-State Kinetics of Free-Radical Polymerization
Autoacceleration (Trommsdorff Effect)
Kinetic Chain Length
Chain-Transfer Reactions
Temperature Dependence of Degree of Polymerization
Ionic and Coordination Chain Polymerization
Copolymerization
The Copolymer Equation
Types of Copolymerization
Polymer Composition Variation with Feed Conversion
Chemistry of Copolymerization
The Q-e Scheme
Polymer Additives and Reinforcements
Plasticizers
Fillers and Reinforcements (Composites)
Alloys and Blends
Antioxidants and Thermal and UV Stabilizers
Flame Retardants
Colorants
Antistatic Agents (Antistats)
Polymer Reaction Engineering
Polymerization Processes
Polymerization Reactors
Unit Operations in Polymer Processing
Extrusion
Injection Molding
Blow Molding
Rotational Molding
Thermoforming
Compression and Transfer Molding
Casting

PROPERTIES AND APPLICATIONS:

Solution Properties of Polymers
Solubility Parameter (Cohesive Energy Density)
Conformations of Polymer Chains on Solution
Thermodynamics of Polymer Solutions
Solution Viscosity
Mechanical Properties of Polymers
Mechanical Tests
Stress-Strain Behavior of Polymers
Deformation of Solid Polymers
Compression vs. Tensile Tests
Effects of Structural and Environmental Factors on Mechanical Properties
Polymer Fracture Behavior
Polymer Viscoelasticity
Simple Rheological Responses
Viscoelasticity
Mechanical Models for Linear Viscoelastic Response
Material Response Time -The Deborah Number
Relaxation and Retardation Spectra
Superposition Principles
Polymer Properties and Applications
The Structure of the Polymer Industry
Raw Materials for the Polymer Industry
Polymer Properties and Applications
Other Vinyl Polymers
Acrylics
Engineering Polymers
Elastomers
Thermosets
Appendices
Polymer Nomenclature
Answers to Selected Problems
Conversion Factors
Index

**An Introduction is included at the beginning of each chapter and Problems and References are included at the end of each chapter**

O autorze

Robert O. Ebewele