Advanced Polymers by Sharma, Savita; Kumar, Amit;

Rövid leírás:

A comprehensive yet accessible integration of fundamental polymer science with cutting-edge applications and emerging technologies such as sustainable materials, smart polymers, and AI-driven research providing readers a clear pathway from core concepts to future innovations in the field.

Hosszú leírás:

This book provides a comprehensive and structured overview of polymer science and engineering, catering to students, researchers, and industry professionals seeking to understand the fundamentals as well as the latest advancements in the field. Organized into five well-defined sections, it systematically covers the basic principles, synthesis methods, processing techniques, characterization tools, and a wide range of real-world applications of polymers.

The first section introduces readers to the foundational concepts of polymer science, including the molecular structure, polymerization techniques, and the physical properties that influence polymer performance in practical settings. It builds a strong conceptual framework for understanding how polymers behave and how their structure determines their utility.

The second section delves into the diversity of polymers, from commodity plastics to cutting-edge materials such as biodegradable polymers, conductive polymers, and nanocomposites. It highlights the synthesis routes and engineering potential of each type, offering insights into how specific polymers are tailored for particular uses.

Section three focuses on polymer processing and characterization, presenting the techniques used in industrial manufacturing (e.g., extrusion, injection molding, 3D printing) and analytical methods like spectroscopy and thermal analysis that reveal material properties and quality.

The fourth section emphasizes the vast application domains of polymers, exploring their roles in biomedicine, electronics, automotive and aerospace sectors, and green technologies. This section bridges theory with practice, demonstrating the tangible impact of polymer science on modern life.

Finally, the book concludes with emerging trends and challenges such as polymer recycling, smart materials, AI-driven research, and space technology applications positioning the reader to appreciate the dynamic future of this rapidly evolving discipline.

Tartalomjegyzék:

CHAPTER 1: Introduction to Polymer Science; CHAPTER 2: Polymer Structures and Molecular Weight; CHAPTER 3: Polymerization Techniques (Step-Growth, Chain-Growth, and Copolymerization); CHAPTER 4: Polymer Morphology and Crystallinity; CHAPTER 5: Thermal, Mechanical, and Rheological Properties of Polymers; CHAPTER 6: Commodity and Engineering Polymers; CHAPTER 7: Biopolymers and Biodegradable Polymers; CHAPTER 8: Conductive and Smart Polymers; CHAPTER 9: Nanocomposites and Hybrid Polymers; CHAPTER 10: Polymer Processing Technique; CHAPTER 11: Polymer Characterization: Comprehensive Analysis and Techniques; CHAPTER 12: Polymers in Biomedical Applications (Drug Delivery, Tissue Engineering); CHAPTER 13: Polymers in Electronics and Optoelectronics; CHAPTER 14: Polymers in Aerospace and Automotive Industries; CHAPTER 15: Sustainable Polymers and Green Technologies; CHAPTER 16: Future Trends & Challenges: Recycling and Circular Economy in Polymer Science; CHAPTER 17: Advances in Self-Healing and Responsive Polymers; CHAPTER 18: AI and Machine Learning in Polymer Research; and CHAPTER 19: Future Prospects of Polymers in Nanotechnology and Space Science.