Plastics and polymers Books

W ALL ARE SURROUNDED by plastic materials and cannot imagine modem life and utilities without the synthetic polymers. And yet, how many of us can distinguish between polyethylene and PVC? After all, most people name any polymer...

Polymers selected for this edition of the Handbook of Polymers include all major polymeric materials used by the plastics and other branches of the chemical industry as well as specialty polymers used in the electronics, pharmaceutical, medical, and...

This book is a comprehensive guide to cotton spinning, management, and carding, aimed at American cotton spinners and managers.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we...

Dieses Buch, geschrieben von einem bedeutenden französischen Chemiker des 19. Jahrhunderts, behandelt die Farbstoffe und ihre wissenschaftliche Erforschung. Es ist ein Klassiker der Farbstoffchemie und ein wichtiges Nachschlagewerk für Historiker und...

In this classic work, Thomas Roberts provides a detailed description of the operation and maintenance of tappet and dobby looms, the two most common types of weaving machines. With its clear illustrations and step-by-step instructions, this book is an...

This practical guide to dying and manufacturing wool, cotton, and silk textiles offers an accurate and detailed look at the various manipulations and techniques used in the West of England. A must-read for anyone interested in textile manufacturing or...

Este libro es una exploración detallada de las artes de curtir, teñir y vestir cuero. Desde los procesos químicos hasta las técnicas manuales, este libro cubre todo lo que necesita saber sobre la producción de cuero de alta calidad. Elaborado por los...

This book covers piping, buried pipe, duct systems, recommendations for fire safety and smoke, abrasion resistance of fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP), mechanism of FRP corrosion and deterioration, grounding of FRP systems, and popular fabrication...

PREFACE - This encyclopedia is an attempt to coordinate and unify practical information onplastic, polymer, and resin trademark products. These categories overlap, i.e., plasticsare a subset of polymers, and resins are often, but not always, polymers...

Fine Particles Science and Technology deals with the preparation, characterization and technological applications of monodisperse particles in the micro to nano size range. A broad view of this frontier field is given,...

Polymer blends and nanocomposites represent an advanced branch of polymer science where the component properties are efficiently enhanced by using various synthetic and processing methodologies. Extensive research focus on these materials in the past...

Worldwide, extrusion lines successfully process more plastics into prod­ ucts than other processes by consuming at least 36 wt% of all plastics. They continue to find practical solutions for new products and/ or prob­ lems to...

Since the publication of the first edition of The Physics of Glassy Polymers there have been substantial developments in both the theory and application of polymer physics, and many new materials have been introduced...

may never overcome the effects of hysteresis and stress (see Chapters 6 and 12). The first sentence of the reference work, Handbook of Liquid Crystals, reads: The terms liquid crystals, crystalline liquid, mesophase, and...

The last decade or so has seen a dramatic increase in the amount of detailed structural information available from a range of experimental techniques. Exciting new techniques such as atomic force microscopy have become widely...

Liquid crystal polymers (LCPs) have many strange properties that may be utilized to advantage in the processing of products made from them and their blends with isotropic polymers. This volume (volume 2 in the series Polymer...

Polymers are permeable, whilst ceramics, glasses and metals are gener­ ally impermeable. This may seem a disadvantage in that polymeric containers may allow loss or contamination of their contents and aggressive substances such...

Introduction.- Transport mechanism through carbon membranes.- Configuration of carbon membranes.- Preparation of carbon membranes.- Membrane testing.- Membrane characterization.- Membrane module constructions.- Other carbon based membranes.- Applications...

This is a vintage guide to leather working by Australian writer Paul N. Hasluck. It contains easy-to-follow instructions for making a variety of leather items including bags, cases, and even footballs. "Leather Working" will appeal to DIY enthusiasts...

This fascinating book contains practical instructions and hints for beginners in leatherwork, which promises to introduce to those who have not yet realised the possibilities of leatherwork, a pleasurable craft which is not difficult to practise. A guide...

This vintage book contains a comprehensive guide to decorating leather, with information on staining, painting, modelling, tools and equipment, and many other related aspects. Written in simple plain language and full of handy tips, this book is ideal...

This vintage handbook on leathercrafting and shoemaking remains a helpful and practical text for anyone interested in leatherworking and traditional crafts. The guide provides advice and instructions on a variety of leathercraft and shoemaking processes,...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and...

This informative book comprises a comprehensive manual of the varying methods used in leatherworking. This text was written primarily for the student in the classroom as a tool for reference and guidance, and as and independent reference point for...

This antique text comprises a comprehensive and practical manual for aspiring students of leatherworking, complete with many illustrations and original designs by the author. A wonderfully detailed and helpful guide for beginners and intermediate...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and...

This book contains a classic handbook on the art of decorating leather, with information on tools and equipment, materials, techniques, common problems, and many other related aspects. Profusely illustrated and full of handy tips and invaluable hints,...

The making of bags and purses with leather is one of the oldest and most universal of its uses. This fascinating book is intended to offer a selection of simple and practical shapes, giving the fullest value to the beauty of the material itself rather...

This antique text contains one of a series of pamphlets known as the 'Merit Badge Library', written with the intention of providing American boy scouts with the information required to attain certain merit badges. The pamphlets cover all kinds of...

Detailed in this text are a variety of leatherworking techniques and guides that will instruct the reader on how to make plethora of serviceable and decorative items. Accessible and detailed, this compendium comes complete with helpful illustrations and...

This fascinating text comprises a thoroughly comprehensive handbook for the leatherworker. Complete with a plethora of detailed illustrations and helpful photographs, this guide is perfect for the beginner whilst also being of immense value as a...

This text comprises a wonderfully detailed and expansive handbook for crafting in a variety of common mediums, including metal, leather, wood, rope, yarn, pottery, and stone. This is the perfect book for anyone with an interest in crafting, but will...

This antique book contains a detailed step by step guide to making toy animals out of leather. Accessible and easy to digest, this book is perfect for the amateur leatherworker and makes a great addition to any collection of antiquarian handcrafting...

This detailed and well-illustrated work on leathercraft and its techniques was first published in the 1940s and provides an instructional and informative guide to leatherwork as a craft and an art, written in a candid and personal style. Contents...

Designed for textile schools or home study, this book serves as an introduction to the processes and calculations used in cotton mills. The author presents the information in an easy-to-understand format, appropriate for students or home learners.This...

This book explains the principles of worsted spinning, including the raw materials used and different spinning methods. It is a valuable resource for anyone involved in textile manufacturing or interested in the history of wool spinning.This work has...

This comprehensive textbook covers the basics of textile chemistry, from fiber properties and dyeing techniques to finishing processes and quality control. With clear explanations, detailed diagrams, and practical examples, this book is an essential...

Cette encyclopédie universelle des industries tinctoriales et des industries annexes vous propose une analyse exhaustive de l'histoire et de la technique de la teinture, de l'impression, du blanchiment et des apprêts. Fruit de la collaboration de...

This comprehensive guide to yarns and fabrics provides in-depth calculations for a range of materials, from wool to silk to cotton. It's an essential reference for anyone involved in textile manufacturing or design, providing both quantitative and...

This practical treatise on weaving by hand and power looms provides a comprehensive guide for manufacturers and engineers alike. With detailed instructions and illustrations, this book is a must-have for anyone in the weaving industry.This work has been...

Originally published in 1918, this book provides a practical guide to the dyeing of cotton and other textile materials. It includes detailed instructions on how to prepare the fibers, choose the appropriate dyes, and carry out the dyeing process. With...

This technical manual provides a comprehensive guide to colour mixing for textile dyeing. Paterson covers the principles of colour theory and the practical aspects of creating specific colours using dyes and pigments. He also includes charts and tables...

Originally published in 1895, The Textile Industries is a comprehensive guide to all aspects of textile manufacturing. Author William S. Murphy provides detailed information on the production, processing, and finishing of all types of textile fibers,...

Originally published in 1895, this book offers a detailed overview of the cotton weaving industry in Great Britain at the turn of the 20th century. With a focus on the technical aspects of weaving, including looms, mechanical systems, and textile design,...

This book is a comprehensive guide to textiles, covering everything from fiber types to dyeing techniques. It is a valuable resource for textile students and professionals.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part...

Get a comprehensive overview of the world's most important plant fibres, from cotton and flax to jute and sisal. This detailed guide covers everything from the biology of these plants to the processes used to turn them into textiles, and offers valuable...