Polymer Nanocomposites Processing, Characterization, And Applications

A State-of-the-Art Guide to the Principles, Applications, and Limitations of the Material Components of Polymer Nanostructured Materials Polymer Nanocomposites: Processing, Characterization, and Applicationsoffers researchers an invaluable tool for understanding and utilizing the special chemical and material principles underlying these cutting-edge polymer nanocomposites. This rigorous guide presents detailed information on the physical concepts, techniques, and applications of such nanomaterials as nanoclays, nanosilicas, carbon nanofibers, polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxanes (POSS), and carbon nanotubes. With this essential resource, readers can: Get expert descriptions of the types of nanoparticles commonly used in polymeric matrices Discover methods for transforming polymer matrix resins into nanocomposites used for coatings, adhesives, fire-retardant, ablative, and structural materials Examine chemical and thermal properties of various nanoparticles such as nanoclays, nanosilicas, POSS, carbon nanofibers, and carbon nanotubes Capitalize on new breakthroughs and commercial uses of polymer nanocomposites Explore Every Aspect of Today's Widely Used Polymer Nanocomposites: An overview of nanoparticles Selecting resin matrix and nanoparticles for applications Processing of nanomaterials Characterization of polymer nanomaterials Properties of polymer nanostructured materials Polymer nanostructured materials for high-temperature applications Current status, trends, future directions, and opportunitiesKoo, Joseph H. is the author of 'Polymer Nanocomposites Processing, Characterization, And Applications', published 2006 under ISBN 9780071458214 and ISBN 0071458212.