Books in Polymer science and technology

Rubber Technology

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Sabu Thomas + 3 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Rubber Technology: Manufacture, Processing, Properties, and Applications brings together detailed and comprehensive information on rubber types and processes, guiding the reader from fundamentals through to the latest innovations in the field. Sections introduce structure-property relationships, compounding, processing, testing, and mechanics, and provide methodical discussions on rubber by type, covering natural rubber, synthetic rubbers, liquid rubbers, rubber composites, nanocomposites, and rubber-based blends, as well as major properties such as self-healing, shape memory, and functionalization. The penultimate section covers key aspects in the engineering and industrial utilization of rubber, including modeling and simulation, product manufacture, quality management, and applications.Finally... the book examines themes relating to the recycling and lifecycle of rubber-based products. This is a valuable resource for academic researchers and advanced students across materials science and engineering, and those from other disciplines who are looking to understand rubber, as well as industrial scientists, R&D, and engineers.

Phenolic Resins

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Sandhya P.K. + 2 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Phenolic Resins: Synthesis, Modifications, Properties, and Applications brings together the latest research in phenolic resin-based materials, enabling the reader to establish innovative strategies for the preparation of phenolic resins for a range of applications. The book begins by introducing phenolic resins, the state-of-the-art, current challenges, and possible opportunities in the field. This is followed by in-depth chapters covering synthesis techniques, processing, characterization, and properties, all with a view to advanced applications. This includes detailed information on new, greener routes, including phenolic resins from biomass and waste, and alternative resins as a replacement for phenol formaldehyde, as well as chapters examining degradation and life cycle analysis. This resource is of interest to researchers and advanced students across polymer science, plastics engineering, materials science, chemistry, civil engineering, and automotive/aerospace engineering, as well as engineers, scientists and R&D professionals with an interest in phenolic resins, composites, and nanocomposites, in an industrial setting.

Micro- and Nanostructured Epoxy Thermosetting Polymer Blends and their Nanocomposites

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Sabu Thomas + 3 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Micro- and Nanostructured Epoxy Thermosetting Polymer Blends and their Nanocomposites provides a comprehensive overview of nanostructured thermoset blends and nanocomposites. It covers basic concepts of synthesis and design, as well as applications such as toughening, viscoelasticity, and thermal stability. The book begins with detailed descriptions of epoxy and block copolymers, reviewing their morphology and toughening mechanisms. The following chapters explore several epoxy/block copolymer blends and their nanocomposites, focusing on synthesis, viscoelastic properties, thermal stability, rheology, surface properties, and mechanical properties.The final chapters offer insights into future directions in this rapidly evolving field. This book is a valuable reference for researchers and industry professionals interested in these materials and the development of highly toughened micro and nanostructured high-performance materials.

Conducting Polymers and their Functionalization

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Sapana Jadoun
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Conducting Polymers and their Functionalization: Synthesis, Characterization, and Applications offers a comprehensive guide on the synthesis techniques, characterization methods, functionalization approaches, and diverse applications of conducting polymers. The book begins with an overview of different types of conductive polymers, their electrical properties, and conductivity mechanisms, and then progresses to discuss strategies for functionalization, including chemical, doping, hybridization, copolymerization, and post-polymerization modifications. It further explores various chemical synthesis approaches, detailing their resulting properties and discussing the advantages and disadvantages of each technique. The book also features a dedicated chapter on the applications of functionalized conducting polymers in several fields, from water treatment to bioelectronics, environmental sensing, imaging, and optoelectronics. Case studies on applications are also included. A valuable resource to researchers, polymers scientists, engineers, and advanced students working with conductive polymers, the book covers present challenges and future research directions, highlighting potential applications of functionalized conducting polymers.

Cellulose Science and Technology

1st Edition
November 3, 2025
Majid Montazer + 1 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Cellulose Science and Technology: Recent Findings and Emerging Applications presents the latest research in cellulose materials, including properties, synthesis, characterization, and applications. The book begins with an overview of developments in cellulose science, exploring biosynthesis, advanced modification techniques, and the challenges of molecular simulation in cellulose interactions. Further sections highlight recent discoveries regarding cellulose properties, such as aggregation-induced emissions, photoluminescence properties, and cellulose nanocrystals.Final chapters discuss applications in energy harvesting, wastewater treatment, and biomedical fields, making it a valuable resource for researchers and professionals in sustainable materials.

Biopolymer-based Composites for Energy Generation and Storage

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
Satyaranjan Bairagi + 2 more
English
Paperback
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Biopolymer-Based Composites for Energy Storage and Generation covers the properties and performance of various biopolymers, examining their potential applications in batteries, supercapacitors, and solar cells, alongside considerations of their environmental impact, economic benefits, and associated challenges and limitations. Chapters discuss the fundamentals of biopolymers used in the energy field, cover their essential properties and performance, and feature specific applications, including batteries, supercapacitors, solar cells, portable electronics, electric vehicles, and grid energy storage. The book concludes by discussing the role of biopolymers in energy harvesting and generation, energy efficiency, and conservation.It critically examines challenges and limitations, considering both environmental impact and economic benefits. Research advancements and future directions are also discussed, making this a valuable resource for researchers and professionals interested in the application of sustainable materials in the energy sector.

Polybenzimidazole-Based Materials

1st Edition
September 26, 2025
Hongting Pu
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Polybenzimidazoles (PBIs) represent a unique class of polymers with exceptional thermo-mechanical properties and chemical resistance suitable for a variety of applications. It is primarily used to produce temperature and flame-resistant fibers but because of its high thermal stability and interesting structure of imidazole-based polymers, PBIs are attracting steadily increasing interest for applications in different fields.Polybenzimida... Materials: From Synthesis to Application presents readers with comprehensive and cutting-edge information on the synthesis, structure modification, processing, properties, and applications of PBIs with various structure as well as their related copolymers. Recent advances and new applications of PBIs are also discussed, making this a valuable reference for material scientists, polymer scientists and engineers in academia and industry.

PEEK Blends and Composites

1st Edition
September 1, 2025
Kuruvilla Joseph + 3 more
English
Paperback
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PEEK Blends and Composites: Synthesis, Processing and Applications provides a comprehensive overview of the preparation methods and processing techniques of PEEK related materials and composites, and their main applications in various fields. This book serves as a valuable resource for materials scientists and engineers seeking comprehensive knowledge on a diverse range of innovative PEEK materials. It offers in-depth information and analysis of their properties, synthesis techniques, manufacturing processes, improved characteristics, and numerous applications.

Functionalized Biopolymers

1st Edition
September 1, 2025
Swati Sharma + 3 more
English
Paperback
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Functionalized Biopolymers: Design, Developments, and Applications provides a comprehensive overview of the current state-of-the-art, recent advances, and emerging challenges in the field of functionalized biopolymers. The book covers various fundamental aspects, such as extraction and processing methods, properties, classification, and characterizations of biopolymers. In addition, it discusses their applications across diverse industries, including biomedical, cosmetics, agriculture, electronics, and environmental science. Users will find an in-depth analysis of the morphological, thermal, electrical, mechanical, and viscoelastic properties of functionalized biopolymers.This book will serve as a valuable resource for researchers and professionals seeking practical guidance on the development of high-performance functionalized biopolymers tailored to diverse applications.

Multifunctionality of Polymer Composites

2nd Edition
September 1, 2025
Ulf Breuer + 2 more
English
Hardback
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eBook
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Multifunctionality of Polymer Composites: Challenges and Applications, Second Edition, brings together contributions from experts in the field of multifunctionality, presenting state-of-the-art discussion on the possible routes to achieve multifunctionality in reinforced polymers and composite structures, as well as their application in various industries. This new edition has been revised and expanded to include the latest advances, new materials, and applications that have emerged in recent years, and includes new chapters on self-healing composites, thermoelectric generators, vitrimers, morphing composites, and sliding materials. The text will enable engineers and materials scientists to achieve multifunctionality in their own products using different types of polymer matrices and various nano- and micro-sized fillers and reinforcements, including carbon nanotubes and graphene. In addition, technologies for the integration of active materials such as shape memory alloys are discussed. The latest developments in a wide range of applications, including automotive/aerospace... electronics, construction, medical engineering, and future trends are discussed, making this book an essential reference for any researcher or engineer seeking to stay ahead in this high-potential area.

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