Handbook of multiphase polymer systems / editors, Abderrahim Boudenne ... [et al.].

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Boudenne, Abderrahim.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Polymeric composites.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (1060 p.)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Hoboken, N.J. : Wiley, 2011.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

Multiphase polymeric systems include a wide range of materials such as composites, blends, alloys, gels, and interpenetrating polymer networks (IPNs). A one-stop reference on multiphase polymer systems, this book fully covers the preparation, properties, and applications of advanced multiphase systems from macro to nano scales. Edited by well-respected academics in the field of multiphase polymer systems, the book includes contributions from leading international experts. An essential resource for plastic and rubber technologists, filler specialists and researchers in fields studying thermal a

Contents:

Handbook of Multiphase Polymer Systems; Contents; List of Contributors; Foreword; VOLUME 1; 1 Physical, Thermophysical and Interfacial Properties of Multiphase Polymer Systems: State of the Art, New Challenges and Opportunities; 1.1 Introduction; 1.2 Multiphase Polymer Systems; 1.2.1 Polymer Blends; 1.2.2 Polymer Composites; 1.2.3 Polymer Nanocomposites; 1.2.4 Polymer Gels; 1.2.5 Interpenetrating Polymer Network System (IPNs); 1.3 A Short Survey of the Literature and Applications; 1.4 Book Content

1.4.1 Modeling and Computer Simulation of Multiphase Composites: From Nanoscale to Macroscale Properties1.4.2 Morphological Investigation Techniques; 1.4.3 Macroscopic Physical Characterization; 1.4.4 Life Cycling; 1.5 Future Outlook, New Challenges and Opportunities; References; 2 Macro, Micro and Nano Mechanics of Multiphase Polymer Systems; 2.1 Introduction; 2.2 Unentangled Systems; 2.2.1 Microscopic Structure; 2.2.2 Macroscopic Properties; 2.2.3 Results; 2.3 Entangled Systems; 2.3.1 Microscopic Structure; 2.3.2 Macroscopic Properties; 2.3.3 Results; 2.4 Conclusion; Acknowledgements

References3 Theory and Simulation of Multiphase Polymer Systems; 3.1 Introduction; 3.2 Basic Concepts of Polymer Theory; 3.2.1 Fundamental Properties of Polymer Molecules; 3.2.2 Coarse-Graining, Part I; 3.2.3 Ideal Chains; 3.2.4 Interacting Chains; 3.2.5 Chain Dynamics; 3.3 Theory of Multiphase Polymer Mixtures; 3.3.1 Flory-Huggins Theory; 3.3.2 Self-consistent Field Theory; 3.3.3 Analytical Theories; 3.3.4 An Application: Interfaces in Binary Blends; 3.4 Simulations of Multiphase Polymer Systems; 3.4.1 Coarse-Graining, Part II; 3.4.2 Overview of Structural Models

3.4.3 Overview of Dynamical Models3.4.4 Applications; 3.5 Future Challenges; Acknowledgements; References; 4 Interfaces in Multiphase Polymer Systems; 4.1 Introduction; 4.2 Basic Considerations; 4.3 Characteristics of Interfacial Layers; 4.3.1 Role of Thermodynamic Factors; 4.3.2 Role of Kinetic Factors; 4.3.3 Relationship Between Interfacial Structure and Mechanical Response; 4.4 Interface Modifications: Types and Aims; 4.4.1 Interlayers of Controlled Morphology; 4.4.2 Interlayers of Modified Segmental Mobility; 4.4.3 Interlayers for Improving the Compatibility of the Phases

4.5 Interlayers of Modified Reactivity4.6 Responsive Interphases; 4.6.1 Non-reversibly Adaptive Interphases; 4.6.2 Smart Reversibly Adaptive Interphases; 4.7 Methods of Interface Analysis; 4.8 Conclusions; References; 5 Manufacturing of Multiphase Polymeric Systems; 5.1 Introduction; 5.2 Manufacturing Techniques of Polymer Blends; 5.2.1 Solution Blending; 5.2.2 Latex Blending; 5.2.3 Freeze-drying; 5.2.4 Mechanical Blending; 5.2.5 Mechano-chemical Blending; 5.2.6 Manufacturing of Polymer Blends Using Supercritical Fluids; 5.3 Manufacturing Techniques of Polymer Composites

5.3.1 Hand Layup Process

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

1-283-24038-6

9786613240385

1-119-97202-7

1-119-97203-5

OCLC:

759159345