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Introduction to Polymer Science and Technology

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This book covers polymerisation and polymers at a basic level, with emphasis on the delineation of the concepts and their relevance in practical terms. Highlighting the attractive features of polymers as engineering materials, it should appeal to those involved in learning and teaching as well as those working in the polymer-related industry.

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Table of Contents

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Introduction
History of the development of polymers
Why a clear understanding of material is important?
What can be achieved by appropriate selection of polymer-based materials?
What makes polymers versatile?
Polymerisation
Polymerisation mechanisms
Polymerisation processes
Polymerisation reactors
Catalysts
Molecular weight and molecular weight distributions
Self-assessment questions
Polymer processing
Concept of rheology
Processing and forming thermoplastics
Processing and forming thermosetting polymers
Self-assessment questions
Microstructure
Stereoregularity
Morphology in semi-crystalline thermoplastics
Degree of crystallinity
Crosslinking
Copolymer arrangements
Domain structures
Degree of molecular orientation
Self-assessment questions
Behaviour of polymers
Degradation of Polymers
Viscoelasticity
Relaxation transitions
Self-assessment questions
Mechanical properties
Introduction
Tensile properties
Flexural properties
Compressive properties
Shear properties
Hardness
Impact properties and fracture toughness
Bearing strength
Environmental stress cracking
Fatigue and wear
Self-assessment questions
Thermal properties
Differential scanning calorimetry
Thermogravimetric analysis
Thermomechanical analysis
Dynamic mechanical thermal analysis
Determination of softening temperature
Self-assessment questions
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OL25764826M
ISBN 13
9788740300871

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