Prediction of Polymer Properties

by Jozef Bicerano

Overview

Highlighting a broad range multiscale modeling and methods for anticipating the morphologies and the properties of interfaces and multiphase materials, this reference covers the methodology of predicting polymer properties and its potential application to a wider variety of polymer types than previously thought possible. A comprehensive source, the

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781135563868
Publisher:	CRC Press
Publication date:	08/01/2002
Series:	Plastics Engineering
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	784
File size:	17 MB
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About the Author

Jozef Bicerano

Table of Contents

Preface, Acknowledgements, Chapter 1. Introduction, Chapter 2 Topological Method for Structure-Property Correlations, Chapter 3. Volumetric Properties, Chapter 4. Thermodynamic Properties, Chapter 5. Cohesive Energy and Solubility Parameter, Chapter 6. Transition and Relaxation Temperatures, Chapter 7. Surface Tension and Interfacial Tension, Chapter 8. Optical Properties, Chapter 9. Electrical Properties, Chapter 10. Magnetic Properties, Chapter 11. Mechanical Properties, Chapter 12. Properties of Polymers in Dilute Solutions, Chapter 13 Shear Viscosity, Chapter 15. Transport of Small Penetrant Molecules, Chapter 16. Thermal Stability, Chapter 17. Extensions, Generalizations, Shortcuts, and Possible Directions, for Future Work, Chapter 18. Detailed Examples, Chapter 19. Morphologies of Multiphase Materials, Chapter 20. Properties of Multiphase Materials, Glossary: Symbols and Abbreviations, Append ix: Repeat Unit Molecular Weights, Index

Editorial Reviews

Details a breakthrough in the methodology of predicting polymer properties through quantitative structure-property relationships and demonstrates how this methodology can be applied to a variety of polymer types. This second edition provides more background information, offers an extended discussion of melt viscosity with new equations for shear rate dependence, and contains updated tables listing the experimental values of surface and interfacial tensions. For scientists and engineers working on applied problems in polymer science and technology in the chemical and plastics industries. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Booknews

The prediction of chemical and physical properties of polymers from what is known about pre-synthesis molecular structures naturally aids in the design of polymers. Bicerano (Corporate Research and Development Laboratories, Dow Chemical Company) presents a systems approach to the prediction of properties based on topological techniques. He focuses primarily on the prediction of material properties of polymers of both the fundamental (volume, cohesive energy, heat capacity, molar refraction, and molar dielectric polarization) and derived (glass transition temperature, density, and solubility parameter) kinds. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

"The third edition of this book which has been much revised and expanded, provides an excellent description of the latest breakthroughs in the methodology of prediction of the key physical and chemical properties of polymers … and will be of great value in the design of 'new' polymeric materials."
- Polym Int, 54, 2005


Praise for previous editions…

"…comprehensive…easy to use…an engaging, accessible and attractively presented book."
-Polymer International

"…Invaluable…highly recommended!"
-Adhesives and Sealants Newsletter

"…a very effective reference…highly recommend[ed]…a must for every shelf."
-PolymerNews




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