by Marianna Kontopoulou
Explore polymer rheology from an industrial standpoint
Presenting
state-of-the-art polymer rheology as observed by well-recognized
authors, Applied Polymer Rheology: Polymeric Fluids with Industrial
Applications is designed to help readers understand the relationship
between molecular structure and the flow behavior of polymers. In
particular, it focuses on polymeric systems that elicit special
attention from industry.
Providing a
comprehensive overview of the rheological characteristics of polymeric
fluids, the book bridges the gap between theory and
practice/application, enabling readers to see the connection between
molecular structure and the behavior of the polymers studied. Beginning
with a discussion of the properties, processability, and processing
aids of specific polymers, later chapters examine filled polymers and
composites, and the theoretical framework upon which their analysis is
based. Various systems containing microstructure are presented
subsequently, with the final chapter introducing paste extrusion of
polytetrafluoroethylene paste.
An
invaluable reference guide that covers the literature and vast array of
technical approaches to polymer rheology, Applied Polymer Rheology's
coverage of polymeric fluids of interest to industry make it an
essential resource for plastics, polymer, and chemical engineers,
materials scientists, polymer chemists, and polymer physicists to use
when interpreting findings and planning experiments.
