Compatibilization of Polymer Blends

Ajitha A. R

ISBN 10: 0128160063 / ISBN 13: 9780128160060

Published by Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc, US, 2019

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Compatibilization of Polymer Blends: Micro and Nano Scale Phase Morphologies, Interphase Characterization and Properties offers a comprehensive approach to the use of compatibilizers in polymer blends, examining both fundamental and advanced knowledge in the field. The book begins by introducing polymer blends, describing thermodynamics, miscibility, and phase separation, and explaining the main concepts of compatibilization. Other sections cover theoretical approaches for nearly compatible blends, incompatible blends, nanofillers, physical compatibilization, reactive compatibilization, morphological and structural characterization, and physico-mechanical characterization. Finally, key application areas are covered, including biomedical applications, packaging and automobile engineering. While this book will be a highly valuable reference source for academics, researchers and postgraduate students interested in polymer blends, it will also be ideal for anyone involved in the fields of polymer science, polymer chemistry, polymer physics, materials science, scientists, RandD professionals, and engineers in involved in the development or engineering of polymer products.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Compatibilization of Polymer Blends
• Publisher: Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc, US
• Publication Date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0128160063
• ISBN 13: 9780128160060
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Weight: 1020 grams

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Synopsis

Compatibilization of Polymer Blends: Micro and Nano Scale Phase Morphologies, Interphase Characterization and Properties offers a comprehensive approach to the use of compatibilizers in polymer blends, examining both fundamental and advanced knowledge in the field. The book begins by introducing polymer blends, describing thermodynamics, miscibility, and phase separation, and explaining the main concepts of compatibilization. Other sections cover theoretical approaches for nearly compatible blends, incompatible blends, nanofillers, physical compatibilization, reactive compatibilization, morphological and structural characterization, and physico-mechanical characterization. Finally, key application areas are covered, including biomedical applications, packaging and automobile engineering.

While this book will be a highly valuable reference source for academics, researchers and postgraduate students interested in polymer blends, it will also be ideal for anyone involved in the fields of polymer science, polymer chemistry, polymer physics, materials science, scientists, R&D professionals, and engineers in involved in the development or engineering of polymer products.

• Offers detailed and systematic coverage of essential and advanced topics relating to the compatibilization of polymer blends
• Presents a critical analysis of the effect of compatibilization on morphology and thermal, mechanical, electrical and viscoelastic properties of polymer blends
• Draws on novel studies and state-of-the-art research, discussing the latest issues and developments

About the Authors

Dr. Ajitha A. R. specializesin polymer science, nanomaterials, and composite materials. She earned her B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Chemistry and completed her Ph.D. in Chemistry from Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala, India, in 2019 under the supervision of Prof. Sabu Thomas. Her doctoral research focused on developing polymer composites for EMI shielding applications. She holds two Indian patents for her innovative work.

Prof. Sabu Thomas is a globally renowned scientist and one of the leading researchers in polymer science and nanotechnology. He currently serves as Professor of Polymer Science & Engineering and was the former Vice Chancellor of Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala, India. Prof. Thomas is internationally recognized for his pioneering work on polymer blends, nanocomposites, green materials, and sustainable polymers.