Recent Advances and Applications of Thermoset Resins

2nd Edition - February 19, 2022

Author: Debdatta Ratna

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Recent Advances and Applications of Thermoset Resins, Second Edition provides a reference source for anyone interested in understanding the chemistry, processing, properties, composites and applications of thermoset resins. Sections cover the chemistry of thermoset resins and recent advances in various aspects, including toughening, micro-reinforcement, nano-reinforcement, simultaneous nano-reinforcement and toughening. The book provides detailed information on synthesis, characterization and processing techniques. A critical review of the latest advances in thermoset-based composites and nanocomposites is also presented, along with future directions of research in various areas of thermoset resins.

This is a valuable resource for researchers, scientists and advanced students in polymer science, plastics engineering, adhesives and coatings, composites, and materials engineering, as well as R&D professionals, engineers and manufacturers with an interest in thermoset resins and materials for advanced applications.

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Title page
Table of Contents
Copyright
Preface
Chapter 1. Chemistry and general applications of thermoset resins
Abstract
Abbreviations
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Unsaturated polyester resin
1.3 Bio-based unsaturated polyester
1.4 Vinyl ester resins
1.5 Epoxy resins
1.6 Polyurethanes
1.7 Phenolic resins
1.8 Amino resins
1.9 Furan resins
1.10 Benzoxazine resins
1.11 Polyimides
1.12 Bismaleimide resin
1.13 Cyanate ester resin
1.14 Phthalonitrile resin
References
Chapter 2. Properties and processing of thermoset resin
Abstract
Abbreviations
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Gelation and vitrification
2.3 Cure characteristics
2.4 Cure cycle
2.5 Thermal property
2.6 Thermomechanical properties
2.7 Rheological properties
2.8 Liquid crystalline thermoset
2.9 Elastomeric thermoset
2.10 Interpenetrating polymer networks
2.11 Smart thermoset
2.12 Vitrimers
2.13 Metal–organic frameworks
2.14 Flame-retardant thermoset
2.15 Additives for thermoset resin
2.16 Processing of thermoset resin
2.17 3D printing
References
Chapter 3. Toughened thermoset resins
Abstract
Abbreviations
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Toughening of thermosets
3.3 Liquid rubber toughening
3.4 Toughening of vinyl ester resin
3.5 Modification of UPE resin
3.6 Toughening of phenolic resin
3.7 Toughening of PI, BMI, and CE resins
3.8 Toughened epoxy resins
3.9 Chemical modification
3.10 Rubber toughening
3.11 Core–shell particle toughening
3.12 Thermoplastic toughening
3.13 Rigid particle toughening of epoxy
3.14 Summary and conclusion
References
Chapter 4. Thermoset composites
Abstract
Abbreviations
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Composite interface
4.3 Processing of composites
4.4 Analysis and testing of composites
4.5 Prediction of composite strength and rigidity
4.6 Thermomechanical properties of thermoset composites
4.7 Toughened composites
References
Chapter 5. Thermoset nanocomposites
Abstract
Abbreviations
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Thermoset nanocomposites
References
Chapter 6. Characterization, performance evaluation and lifetime analysis of thermoset resin
Abstract
Abbreviations
6.1 Analysis and Characterization
6.2 Testing of thermoset resins
6.3 Performance evaluation
6.4 Lifetime prediction
6.5 Conclusion
References
Index