Reactive Polymers: Fundamentals and Applications: A Concise Guide to Industrial Polymers

Reactive Polymers: Fundamentals and Applications: A Concise Guide to Industrial Polymers, Third Edition introduces engineers and scientists to a range of reactive polymers and then details their applications and performance benefits. Basic principles and industrial processes are described for each class of reactive resin (thermoset), as well as additives, the curing process, applications and uses. The initial chapters are devoted to individual resin types (e.g., epoxides, cyanacrylates), followed by more general chapters on topics such as reactive extrusion and dental applications. Injection molding of reactive polymers, radiation curing, thermosetting elastomers, and reactive extrusion equipment are covered as well.

The use of reactive polymers enables manufacturers to make chemical changes at a late stage in the production process, which, in turn, cause changes in performance and properties. Material selection and control of the reaction are essential to achieve optimal performance. Material new to this edition includes the most recent developments, applications and commercial products for each chemical class of thermosets, as well as sections on fabrication methods, reactive biopolymers, recycling of reactive polymers and case studies.

Covers the basics and most recent developments, including reactive biopolymers, recycling of reactive polymers, nanocomposites and fluorosiliconesOffers an indispensable guide for engineers and advanced students alikeProvides extensive literature and patent reviewReflects a thorough review of all literature published in this area since 2014Features revised and updated chapters to reflect the latest research in reactive polymers

1. Unsaturated Polyester Resins 2. Poly(urethane)s 3. Epoxy Resins 4. Phenol/Formaldehyde Resins 5. Urea/Formaldehyde Resins 6. Melamine Resins 7. Furan Resins 8. Silicones 9. Acrylic Resins 10. Cyanate Ester Resins 11. Bismaleimide Resins 12. Terpene Resins 13. Cyanoacrylates 14. Benzocyclobutene Resins 15. Reactive Extrusion 16. Compatibilization 17. Rheology Control 18. Grafting 19. Acrylic Dental Fillers 20. Toners