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Design and Applications of Nanostructured Polymer Blends and Nanocomposite Systems
1st Edition - September 22, 2015
Editors: Sabu Thomas, Robert Shanks, Sarath Chandran
Hardback ISBN:
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eBook ISBN:
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Design and Applications of Nanostructured Polymer Blend and Nanocomposite Systems offers readers an intelligent, thorough introduction to the design and applications of this new… Read more
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Design and Applications of Nanostructured Polymer Blend and Nanocomposite Systems
offers readers an intelligent, thorough introduction to the design and applications of this new generation of designer polymers with customized properties. The book assembles and covers, in a unified way, the state-of-the-art developments of this less explored type of material.With a focus on nanostructured polymer blends, the book discusses the science of nanostructure formation and the potential performance benefits of nanostructured polymer blends and composites for applications across many sectors: electronics, coatings, adhesives, energy (photovoltaics), aerospace, automotive, and medical devices (biocompatible polymers). The book also describes the design, morphology, and structure of nanostructured polymer composites and blends to achieve specific properties.
- Covers all important information for designing and selecting the right nanostructured polymer system
- Provides specialized knowledge on self-repairing, nanofibre and nanostructured multiphase materials, as well as evaluation and testing of nanostructured polymer systems
- Serves as a reference guide for development of new products in industries ranging from electronics, coatings, and energy, to transport and medical applications
- Describes the design, morphology, and structure of nanostructured polymer composites and blends to achieve specific properties
Polymer engineers, product designers, researchers and materials scientists within universities, independent research organizations, and government and R&D/industry master, graduate, PhD and post-doc students of polymer science, materials science and nanotechnology
Chapter 1: Thermoset-Thermoplastic Nanostructured Blends
- Abstract
- Acknowledgments
- 1.1 Introduction
- 1.2 Cure in Thermosetting
- 1.3 Phase Separation
- 1.4 Thermoset/Thermoplastic Blends Applications
- 1.5 Summary
Chapter 2: Thermoplastic-Thermoset Nanostructured Polymer Blends
- Abstract
- 2.1 Introduction
- 2.2 Polymer Blends
- 2.3 Thermoplastics/Thermosets Blends in a Thermoplastic Matrix
- 2.4 Phase Separation
- 2.5 Curing
- 2.6 Preparation of Nanostructured Thermoplastic/Thermoset Blends
- 2.7 Introduction of Nanoparticles
- 2.8 Morphology Development
- 2.9 Properties
- 2.10 Conclusion and Recommendation
Chapter 3: Liquid Crystalline Nanostructured Polymer Blends
- Abstract
- 3.1 Introduction
- 3.2 Liquid Crystalline Mesophases
- 3.3 Molecular Structures of Polymer Liquid Crystals
- 3.4 Properties and Applications of Polymer Liquid Crystal Blends
- 3.5 Characterization Methods
- 3.6 Final Remarks
Chapter 4: Thermoplastics Polymers Reinforced with Natural Fibers
- Abstract
- Acknowledgment
- 4.1 Introduction
- 4.2 Natural Fibers
- 4.3 Palm Fibers
- 4.4 Effect of Modification on Mechanical Properties of Palm Fiber Composites
Chapter 5: Aerogels and Foamed Nanostructured Polymer Blends
- Abstract
- Acknowledgment
- 5.1 Introduction
- 5.2 Foaming of Nanostructured Blend Systems
- 5.3 Aerogel Polymer Blends
- 5.4 Conclusion
Chapter 6: Nanomembrane Materials Based on Polymer Blends
- Abstract
- 6.1 Introduction to Nanomembrane Materials
- 6.2 Current State of the Art on Polymeric Nanomembranes
- 6.3 Concept of Mixed-Matrix Nanomembranes
- 6.4 Development of Mixed-Matrix Nanomembranes
- 6.5 A Nano-Blend with the Nano-Phase Removed for Controlled Porosity
- 6.6 Methods of Controlling the Pore Shape, Porosity and Size of Nanoporous Polymer Materials
- 6.7 Recent Progress in Mixed-Matrix Nanomembranes
- 6.8 Summary
Chapter 7: Polymers with Nano-Encapsulated Functional Polymers
- Abstract
- 7.1 Introduction
- 7.2 Functional Polymer
- 7.3 Encapsulation of Polymeric Nanoparticles
- 7.4 Application
- 7.5 Future Directions
- 7.6 Conclusions
Chapter 8: Polymers with Nano-Encapsulated Functional Polymers: Encapsulated Phase Change Materials
- Abstract
- 8.1 Introduction
- 8.2 Classification of PCMs
- 8.3 Encapsulation of PCMs
- 8.4 Nanoparticle-Enhanced PCM and Nano-Encapsulated PCM
- 8.5 Literature Review
- 8.6 Summary
Chapter 9: Polymers with Nano-Encapsulated Functional Polymers: Encapsulated Nanoparticles for Treatment of Cancer Cells
- Abstract
- 9.1 Introduction
- 9.2 NPs for Treatment of Cancer
- 9.3 Nanostructures for Anticancer Therapeutics: Future Tendencies
- 9.4 Conclusions and Future Directions
Chapter 10: Carbon Containing Nanostructured Polymer Blends
- Abstract
- 10.1 Introduction
- 10.2 Different Categories of Carbon Nanostructure
- 10.3 CNT and Graphene Reinforced Polymer Composite
- 10.4 Graphenated CNTs
- 10.5 Current Applications of CNTs and Graphene
- 10.6 Conclusion
- 10.7 Recommendation
Chapter 11: Immiscible Polymer Blends Stabilized with Nanophase
- Abstract
- 11.1 Introduction
- 11.2 Various Classifications of Polymeric Nanomaterials
- 11.3 Wetting Parameters; Effect on Particle Localization
- 11.4 Influence of Dynamic Processes on Ternary Nanocomposite Morphology
- 11.5 Compatiblizing Effect of Nanoparticles
- 11.6 Effect of Nanostructured Materials Nature on Phase Stability
- 11.7 Current Issues in Nanostructured Stabilized Polymer Blends
- 11.8 Conclusion
Chapter 12: Nanostructured Polymer Blends for Gas/Vapor Barrier and Dielectric Applications
- Abstract
- 12.1 Introduction
- 12.2 Gas Barrier Property
- 12.3 Mechanisms of Barrier Improvement in Polymers
- 12.4 Tortuous Path Model
- 12.5 Types of Nanoparticles
- 12.6 Nanocomposites
- 12.7 Nanostructured Polymer Blends
- 12.8 Polymers and Their Nanostructured Polymer Blends
- 12.9 Gas and Oxygen Barrier Characteristics of Nanostructured Polymer Blends
- 12.10 Barrier Properties Against UV Radiation of Nanocomposite Fibers
- 12.11 Dielectric Property of Nanostructured Polymer Blends
- 12.12 Future Trends: Predicting Nanotechnology Growth
- 12.13 Conclusions
Chapter 13: Polyhydroxyalkanoates and Their Nanobiocomposites With Cellulose Nanocrystals
- Abstract
- Acknowledgments
- 13.1 Introduction
- 13.2 Poly(3-Hydroxybutyrate) and Poly(3-Hydroxybutyrate-co-3-Hydroxyvalerate)
- 13.3 Lignocellulosic Fibers
- 13.4 Nanobiocomposites
- 13.5 Effect of Nanocellulose on the Properties of PHA
- 13.6 Application of PHBV/NCC Nanocomposites
- 13.7 Summary
Chapter 14: Crystallization and Morphological Changes in Nanostructured Polymer Blends
- Abstract
- 14.1 Introduction
- 14.2 Nucleation
- 14.3 Blends of Crystallizable Matrix and Amorphous Dispersed Phase
- 14.4 Confined Crystallization
- 14.5 Polymorphic Change
- 14.6 Conclusion
Chapter 15: Phase Structures in Thin Films of Nanostructured Polymer Blends
- Abstract
- Acknowledgment
- 15.1 Introduction
- 15.2 Introduction to Polymer-Blend Thin Films
- 15.3 Formation of Nanostructured Thin Films in Polymer Blends
- 15.4 Surface Morphologies in Homopolymer-Blend Thin Films
- 15.5 Self-Assembly of BCs in Thin Films
- 15.6 Pattern Formation in Thin Films of BC/Homopolymer
- 15.7 Thin Film Ordering in BC/BC Blends
- 15.8 Applications of Thin Films of Nanostructured Polymer Blends
- 15.9 Conclusions
Chapter 16: Mechanisms of Toughening in Nanostructured Polymer Blends
- Abstract
- 16.1 Toughness
- 16.2 Planes of Tests
- 16.3 Toughening Mechanism of Materials
- 16.4 Toughening of Polymers and Polymer Blends
- 16.5 Toughening of Nanostructured Polymer Blends
- 16.6 Conclusions
Chapter 17: Hydrophobic/Hydrophilic Nanostructured Polymer Blends
- Abstract
- Acknowledgment
- 17.1 Introduction
- 17.2 Black Copolymers
- 17.3 Amphilic Block Copolymer
- 17.4 Hydrogen Bonds in Nanostructured Polymer Blends
- 17.5 Superhydrophilicity
- 17.6 Methods Used for Preparation of Superhydrophilic Surfaces
- 17.7 Superhydrophobicity
- 17.8 Methods Used for the Preparation of Superhydrophobic Surfaces
- 17.9 Phase Structure and Surface Morphology
- 17.10 Applications
- 17.11 Conclusions
Appendix
Index
- No. of pages: 442
- Language: English
- Published: September 22, 2015
- Imprint: William Andrew
- Hardback ISBN: 9780323394086
- eBook ISBN: 9780323394543
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Sabu Thomas
Professor Sabu Thomas is currently the Vice Chancellor of Mahatma Gandhi University and Director of the School of Energy Materials. He is also a full professor of Polymer Science and Engineering at the School of Chemical Sciences of Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala, India, and the Founder Director and Professor of the International and Interuniversity Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology. Prof. Thomas has received international acclaim for his work in Nanoscience, Polymer Science and Engineering, Polymer Nanocomposites, Elastomers, Polymer Blends, Interpenetrating Polymer Networks, Polymer Membranes, Green Composites and Nanocomposites, Nanomedicine and Green Nanotechnology.
Affiliations and expertise
Vice-chancellor, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala, IndiaRS
Robert Shanks
Affiliations and expertise
RMIT University, Melbourne, AustraliaSC
Sarath Chandran
Dr. Sarathchandran C currently serves as an Assistant Professor of Chemistry in the Department of Science and Humanities, School of Engineering, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Chennai. He obtained his Ph. D. in 2016 from Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala.
Affiliations and expertise
Department of Science, Amrita School of Engineering, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Chennai, India. His research interests include photocatalysis, green energy harvesting from various sources including, development of eco-friendly fuels, etc.