Handbook of Polyurethanes, Polyureas, and Polyisocyanurates
- 1st Edition - March 1, 2026
- Author: George Wypych
- Language: English
- Hardback ISBN:9 7 8 - 1 - 7 7 4 6 7 - 0 9 2 - 7
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 1 - 7 7 4 6 7 - 0 9 3 - 4
Handbook of Polyurethanes, Polyureas, and Polyisocyanurates focuses on the raw materials required for polyurethane synthesis. It explores various isocyanates and polyols, detail… Read more
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Handbook of Polyurethanes, Polyureas, and Polyisocyanurates focuses on the raw materials required for polyurethane synthesis. It explores various isocyanates and polyols, detailing their chemical properties and roles in creating diverse polymer structures. Amines, solvents, catalysts, and other additives that enhance the synthesis process are also discussed, as are typical methods of synthesis, mechanisms of catalysis, factors affecting reaction rates, and potential side reactions that can occur during polymerization. Structures of linear and crosslinked polyurethanes are also covered, including how these configurations influence the physical and chemical properties of the final products. Typical methods for analyzing polyurethanes, allowing for their assessment, characteristics, and qualities are provided, as are the physical-mechanical properties of polyurethanes, including elasticity, tensile strength, and thermal stability. The creation of polyurethane blends and interpenetrating networks is discussed, and the book also features an extensive section on additives used with polyurethanes, such as plasticizers, pigments, flame retardants, and more. Processing methods such as metering, mixing, and storage are outlined, applications of polyurethanes in automotive parts, bedding, medical devices, and packaging are covered, and the book concludes with coverage of waste disposal, processing, and recycling strategies for these products.
- Focuses on the raw materials required for polyurethane synthesis, including isocynates and polyols, detailing their chemical properties and roles in creating diverse polymer structures
- Discusses amines, solvents, catalysts, and additives that enhance the synthesis process, including prepolymers
- Outlines different methods of synthesis, examining the mechanisms of catalysis, factors affecting reaction rates, and potential side reactions that can occur during polymerization
- Highlights the structures of linear and crosslinked polyurethanes, including how these configurations influence the physical and chemical properties of the final products
Researchers in materials science and engineering (chemical; mechanical); professional material scientists and engineers
1. Introduction to Polyurethanes, Polyureas, and Polyisocyanurates- Definition of Terms
2. Historical Timeline of Polyurethanes, Polyureas, and Polyisocyanurates
3. Raw Materials for Polyurethane Synthesis
4. Typical Methods of Polyurethane Synthesis
5. Structures of Linear and Crosslinked Polyurethanes
6. Domain Morphology of Polyurethanes, Polyureas, and Polyisocyanurates
7. Crystalline Structure, Phase Separation, and Hydrogen Bonding of Polyurethanes, Polyureas, and Polyisocyanurates
8. Typical Methods of Polyurethane Analysis
9. Physical-Mechanical Properties of Polyurethanes
10. Polyurethanes, Polyureas, and Polyisocyanurates Interaction with other Materials (substrates)
11. Polyurethane Degradation
2. Historical Timeline of Polyurethanes, Polyureas, and Polyisocyanurates
3. Raw Materials for Polyurethane Synthesis
4. Typical Methods of Polyurethane Synthesis
5. Structures of Linear and Crosslinked Polyurethanes
6. Domain Morphology of Polyurethanes, Polyureas, and Polyisocyanurates
7. Crystalline Structure, Phase Separation, and Hydrogen Bonding of Polyurethanes, Polyureas, and Polyisocyanurates
8. Typical Methods of Polyurethane Analysis
9. Physical-Mechanical Properties of Polyurethanes
10. Polyurethanes, Polyureas, and Polyisocyanurates Interaction with other Materials (substrates)
11. Polyurethane Degradation
- Edition: 1
- Published: March 1, 2026
- Language: English
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George Wypych
George Wypych has a Ph.D. in chemical engineering. His professional expertise includes both university teaching (full professor) and research and development. He has published 18 books, 47 scientific papers, and he has obtained 16 patents. He specializes in polymer additives, polymer processing and formulation, material durability and the development of sealants and coatings.
Affiliations and expertise
ChemTec Publishing, Ontario, Canada