Thermoset Nanocomposites

The book discusses proven and promising methods to achieve a compatibilization between the organic and inorganic phases in thermoset polymers such as polyurethanes, phenolic resins, polyesters and epoxies. Of particular importance to the polymer engineer are the chapters dealing with compatibilization agents such as maleic anhydride elastomers, hydroxyl or carboxylic acid functionalized copolymers or metallocenes that catalyze the reactive processing. This title is essential reading for materials scientists, polymer chemists, chemical industry, and chemical engineers.

Thermoset Nanocomposites Technology Filler Exfoliation: Considerations on the Polarity of the Polymer Role of Curing and Processing Conditions on the Filler Delamination and Composite Properties Polyurethane Nanocomposites: Synthesis and Effect of the Organic–Inorganic Compatibilization Synthesis and Properties of Epoxy Nanocomposites Bio–based Polymers for the Synthesis of Environmentally Friendly Thermoset Nanocomposites Unsaturated Polyester Nanocomposites Synthesis, Microstructure Development and Properties of Phenolic Resin–based Nanocomposites Commercial Applications of Thermoset Nanocomposites Future Challenges of Thermoset Nanocomposites Technology