Smart and Functional Polymers

Smart and Functional Polymers
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Publisher : MDPI
Total Pages : 306
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ISBN-10 : 9783039215904
ISBN-13 : 3039215906
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Synopsis Smart and Functional Polymers by : Jianxun Ding

This book is based on the Special Issue of the journal Molecules on “Smart and Functional Polymers”. The collected research and review articles focus on the synthesis and characterization of advanced functional polymers, polymers with specific structures and performances, current improvements in advanced polymer-based materials for various applications, and the opportunities and challenges in the future. The topics cover the emerging synthesis and characterization technology of smart polymers, core−shell structure polymers, stimuli-responsive polymers, anhydrous electrorheological materials fabricated from conducting polymers, reversible polymerization systems, and biomedical polymers for drug delivery and disease theranostics. In summary, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the latest synthesis approaches, representative structures and performances, and various applications of smart and functional polymers. It will serve as a useful reference for all researchers and readers interested in polymer sciences and technologies.

Smart Polymers and Their Applications

Smart Polymers and Their Applications
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Publisher : Woodhead Publishing
Total Pages : 704
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ISBN-10 : 9780081024171
ISBN-13 : 0081024177
Rating : 4/5 (71 Downloads)

Synopsis Smart Polymers and Their Applications by : Maria Rosa Aguilar

Smart Polymers and Their Applications, Second Edition presents an up-to-date resource of information on the synthesis and properties of different types of smart polymers, including temperature, pH, electro, magnetic and photo-responsive polymers, amongst others. It is an ideal introduction to this field, as well as a review of the latest research in this area. Shape memory polymers, smart polymer hydrogels, and self-healing polymer systems are also explored. In addition, a very strong focus on applications of smart polymers is included for tissue engineering, smart polymer nanocarriers for drug delivery, and the use of smart polymers in medical devices. Additionally, the book covers the use of smart polymers for textile applications, packaging, energy storage, optical data storage, environmental protection, and more. This book is an ideal, technical resource for chemists, chemical engineers, materials scientists, mechanical engineers and other professionals in a range of industries. - Includes a significant number of new chapters on smart polymer materials development, as well as new applications development in energy storage, sensors and devices, and environmental protection - Provides a multidisciplinary approach to the development of responsive polymers, approaching the subject by the different types of polymer (e.g. temperature-responsive) and its range of applications

Smart and Functional Polymers

Smart and Functional Polymers
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 306
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ISBN-10 : 3039215914
ISBN-13 : 9783039215911
Rating : 4/5 (14 Downloads)

Synopsis Smart and Functional Polymers by : Jianxun Ding

This book is based on the Special Issue of the journal Molecules on “Smart and Functional Polymers”. The collected research and review articles focus on the synthesis and characterization of advanced functional polymers, polymers with specific structures and performances, current improvements in advanced polymer-based materials for various applications, and the opportunities and challenges in the future. The topics cover the emerging synthesis and characterization technology of smart polymers, core?shell structure polymers, stimuli-responsive polymers, anhydrous electrorheological materials fabricated from conducting polymers, reversible polymerization systems, and biomedical polymers for drug delivery and disease theranostics. In summary, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the latest synthesis approaches, representative structures and performances, and various applications of smart and functional polymers. It will serve as a useful reference for all researchers and readers interested in polymer sciences and technologies.

Smart Polymer Nanocomposites

Smart Polymer Nanocomposites
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Publisher : Woodhead Publishing
Total Pages : 484
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ISBN-10 : 9780128204351
ISBN-13 : 0128204354
Rating : 4/5 (51 Downloads)

Synopsis Smart Polymer Nanocomposites by : Showkat Ahmad Bhawani

Smart Polymer Nanocomposites: Biomedical and Environmental Applications presents the latest information on smart polymers and their promising application in various fields, including their role in delivery systems for drugs, tissue engineering scaffolds, cell culture sports, bioseparation, and sensors or actuator systems. - Features detailed information on the preparation, characterization and applications of smart functional polymer composites - Covers a broad range of applications in both the biomedical and environmental engineering fields - Chapters are written by authors with diverse background expertise from the faculties of chemistry, engineering and the manufacturing industry

Functional Polymers

Functional Polymers
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Publisher : Springer
Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 3319959867
ISBN-13 : 9783319959863
Rating : 4/5 (67 Downloads)

Synopsis Functional Polymers by : Mohammad Abu Jafar Mazumder

This reference work provides a comprehensive and authoritative overview of functional polymers and polymeric materials, ranging from their synthesis and characterization, to properties, actual applications and an outlook on future perspectives. Including over 30 comprehensive review chapters, all written by leading international experts, this reference is also a sound introduction to this exciting field. The book is carefully edited by an international team of experts in the field, ensuring complete coverage of the relevant topics and concise representation. Functional polymers and smart polymeric materials play a decisive role for new innovations in all areas where new materials are needed. Optoelectronics, catalysis, biomaterials, medicine, building materials, water treatment, coatings, and many more applications rely on functional polymers. This work is a major reference for researchers, scientists, and practitioners working in any of these fields, or entering this vibrant research area. Key topics of this reference work include: Polymerization methods and polymer synthesis Characterization and properties of new functional polymers and smart materials Functional polymer composites and blends Applications of functional polymers and smart materials: for electro-optics and optoelectronics, in biology and in medical research, as coatings and adhesives, for gas sensing, in functional membranes for separation or proton conduction and many more

Smart Polymers

Smart Polymers
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Publisher : de Gruyter
Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 150152240X
ISBN-13 : 9781501522406
Rating : 4/5 (0X Downloads)

Synopsis Smart Polymers by : José Miguel García

Smart polymers react sharply to small changes in physical or chemical conditions and present an intelligent response to the presence of different biomolecules. For these reasons, the interest in smart polymers has recently increased exponentially. T

Reactive and Functional Polymers Volume Three

Reactive and Functional Polymers Volume Three
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Publisher : Springer Nature
Total Pages : 212
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ISBN-10 : 9783030504571
ISBN-13 : 3030504573
Rating : 4/5 (71 Downloads)

Synopsis Reactive and Functional Polymers Volume Three by : Tomy J. Gutiérrez

Reactive and functional polymers are manufactured with the aim of improving the performance of unmodified polymers or providing functionality for different applications. These polymers are created mainly through chemical reactions, but there are other important modifications that can be carried out by physical alterations in order to obtain reactive and functional polymers. This volume presents a comprehensive analysis of these reactive and functional polymers. Reactive and Functional Polymers Volume Three considers advanced polymeric materials such as electroactive polymers, multi-responsive polymers, shape memory polymers, stimuli responsive polymers, and active and intelligent polymers as topics for analysis. World renowned researchers from Argentina, Austria, China, Egypt, France, India, Iran, Japan, Pakistan, Romania and Spain have participated in this book. With its comprehensive scope and up-to-date coverage of issues and trends in Reactive and Functional Polymers, this is an outstanding book for students, professors, researchers and industrialists working in the field of polymers and plastic materials.

Adaptive And Functional Polymers, Textiles And Their Applications

Adaptive And Functional Polymers, Textiles And Their Applications
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Publisher : World Scientific
Total Pages : 416
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ISBN-10 : 9781908978196
ISBN-13 : 1908978198
Rating : 4/5 (96 Downloads)

Synopsis Adaptive And Functional Polymers, Textiles And Their Applications by : Jinlian Hu

Adaptive polymers include those which are responsive to different stimuli — namely physical, mechanical, chemical and biological — with controlled and/or predicable behavior. Many technological breakthroughs and scientific advances have been made in the last few decades and this volume aims to cover the most up-to-date studies and achievements in some adaptive polymers, in terms of principles of adaptiveness, properties, structure design and characterization with an emphasis on their applications, particularly in textiles, skin care, medicine and other related areas. Some versatile functional polymers, such as Chitosan, cylodextrin and dendrimer,and hyper-branched polymers are also introduced in order to provide a source for people in different professions when searching for knowledge and inspiration in the field of adaptive and functional polymers. One of the key features of this book is the fact that it is multi-disciplinary in nature, and so accessible to a wide variety of readers.

Smart Inorganic Polymers

Smart Inorganic Polymers
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Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages : 463
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ISBN-10 : 9783527819133
ISBN-13 : 3527819134
Rating : 4/5 (33 Downloads)

Synopsis Smart Inorganic Polymers by : Evamarie Hey-Hawkins

Provides complete and undiluted knowledge on making inorganic polymers functional. This comprehensive book reflects the state of the art in the field of inorganic polymers, based on research conducted by a number of internationally leading research groups working in this area. It covers the synthesis aspects of synthetic inorganic polymers and looks at multiple inorganic monomers as building blocks, which exhibit unprecedented electronic, redox, photo-emissive, magnetic, self-healing and catalytic properties. It also looks at the applications of inorganic polymers in areas such as optoelectronics, energy storage, industrial chemistry, and biology. Beginning with an overview of the use of smart inorganic polymers in daily life, Smart Inorganic Polymers: Synthesis, Properties and Emerging Applications in Materials and Life Sciences goes on to study the synthesis, properties, and applications of polymers incorporating different heteroelements such as boron, phosphorus, silicon, germanium, and tin. The book also examines inorganic polymers in flame-retardants, as functional materials, and in biology. An excellent addition to the polymer scientists' and synthetic chemists' toolbox Summarizes the state of the art on how to make and use functional inorganic polymers, from synthesis to applications Edited by the coordinator of a highly funded European community research program (COST action) that focuses specifically on the exploration of inorganic polymers Features contributions from top experts in the field Aimed at academics and industrial researchers in this field, Smart Inorganic Polymers: Synthesis, Properties and Emerging Applications in Materials and Life Sciences will also benefit scientists who want to get a better overview on the state-of-the-art of this rapidly advancing area.

Advanced Functional Polymers

Advanced Functional Polymers
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Publisher : Springer Nature
Total Pages : 219
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ISBN-10 : 9789819907878
ISBN-13 : 981990787X
Rating : 4/5 (78 Downloads)

Synopsis Advanced Functional Polymers by : Khubab Shaker

This book highlights different domains of functional polymers from membranes and coatings to composite materials. It includes their synthesis routes and techniques, characterization, properties, and applications. The book also provides the basics and advances about different functional polymers and composites with an up-to-date progress in the field of research and their application on a domestic and industrial scale. The main topics to be covered include polymeric membranes, paints and coatings, smart polymers, self-healing elastomers, biodegradable polymers, food packaging, and functional composite materials.