Plastics and polymers Books

Introduction to cyanate ester resins. The synthesis, manufacture and characterization of cyanate ester monomers. Aspects of kinetics, modelling and simulation studies of network build-up during cyanate ester cure. Cyanate ester/polycyanurate...

BACKGROUND Polysiloxanes have chains constructed of alternately arranged silicon and oxygen atoms with organic groups attached to the silicon atoms. This structure gives them a unique combination of properties that hold great...

This volume represents a continuation of the Polymer Science and Technology series edited by Dr. D. M. Brewis and Professor D. Briggs. The theme of the series is the production of a number of stand alone volumes on various...

The first edition was produced at a time when the advantages of studying oriented polymers were just becoming apparent. From a sci­ entific stand point it had been demonstrated that greater insight into both structure and...

This book details the use of conducting polymers and their composites in supercapacitors, batteries, photovoltaics, and fuel cells, nearly covering the entire spectrum of energy area under one title. Conducting Polymers for Advanced Energy Applications...

This textbook aims to ensure that advances in medical textiles are addressed and that recent developments are able to be appreciated and understood not only by medical practitioners and healthcare personnel but also by textile scientists and...

Membranemimetic Approach to Nanotechnology (J.H. Fendler). Amphipathic Chitosan Salts (T. Rathke, S.M. Hudson). Chemical Antopoiesis: Selfreplication of Micelles and Vesicles (P. Walde et al.). Simple Models for the Stratim Corneum Lipids (S.E...

Une Perspective Historique; Y. Ne'eman. REVIEW PAPERS: Focal Conic Domains in Smectics; P. Boltenhagen, et al. On Polymer Brushes and Blobology; A. Halperin. RESEARCH PAPERS: Polymer Physics: NonDebye Screening in Polyelectrolyte Solutions; K...

HighPerformance Polymers: Preparation and Polymerization of Macrocyclic Oligomers (D.J. Brunelle, T.L. Evans). Poly(Enaminonitriles) (J.A. Moore). Polymers for Electronic Applications: Cure Kinetics of Epoxy Cresol Novolac Encapsulant for...

Micelles of Block and Graft Copolymers in Solutions (Z. Tuzar, P. Kratochvíl). Microemulsion Formation with Some Typical Surfactants (K. Ogino, M. Abe). Properties and Applications of Reversed Micelles (K. Konno). Surfactant Association in...

Polymers for Photonics: An Overview of the Development of Plastic Optical Fibers; F. Ide, A. Hasegawa. Nonlinear Optical Devices; G.I. Steadman. Application of Liquid Crystals in Space Activities; S.K. Gupta. Photopolymer Trends in Optics; Y.P...

Novel BiotechnologyDerived Polymers: New and Traditional Polymers from Biotechnology (C.G. Gebelein). Use of the Antiviral and Immune Modulator, Poly(ICLC), in the Treatment of AIDS (H. Levy et al.). Synthesis and Interaction of Water Soluble Nucleic ...

Fractal Aspects of Polymer Networks and Gels: Fractal Properties of Branched Polymers (M. Daoud). Novel Network Structures (T.A. Vilgis). The Fractal Nature of OneStep Rigid Networks and their Gels (S.M. Aharoni). Rigid and Semiflexible Networks and...

READING is a skill that one can hone. A person is known by the books he reads! the 3Rs of reading are plain and simple: Read, Record, Recall. Some of us read a book but do not retain what we read. It is for this reason that one needs to train in the...

First published in 1926, "Weaving Patterns of Yesterday and Today" is a comprehensive handbook on the textile industry, dealing with every aspect from the basic materials and tools to bleaching, finishing, and beyond. Although old, this volume contains a...

"Weaving Patterns of Yesterday and Today" explores the history of weaving and weaving patterns, first looking at its origins before walking the reader trough the various methods used to produce different patterns. With detailed explanations and simple,...

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...

In this early work on one of the most attractive crafts that man has developed, special attention is paid to the many details of leathercraft needed by the beginner if he wishes to produce attractive pieces of work. Its 210 pages are extensively...

This comprehensive guide to woolen and worsted spinning covers all aspects of the process, from raw material to finished product. With detailed descriptions of machinery and processes, as well as helpful tips on grading and cleansing the raw material,...

Dieses Buch beinhaltet eine detaillierte Beschreibung über die Verwendung von Anilinschwarz in der Textilindustrie. Es ist ein must-have für alle Experten und Studenten, die eine gründliche Kenntnis dieses Stoffes erwerben möchten.This work has been...

A practical guide to the mathematics of textile manufacturing, with an emphasis on the calculations used in the weaving process. Clark provides detailed explanations of warp and weft calculations, pattern design, and loom setup, and offers practical...

This book is a comprehensive introduction to the economic and technical aspects of yarn and cloth production. It provides a detailed account of the production process from raw materials to finished products, with an emphasis on the economic factors that...

This comprehensive history of textile printing covers the evolution of techniques and technologies from ancient times to the modern era. With detailed illustrations and photographs, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the fascinating world...

This book contains a comprehensive guide and reference for cotton spinners, addressing topics such as pay rates, bonuses, and deductions. It also includes tables and formulas for calculating various aspects of cotton spinning and pay. A valuable resource...

This comprehensive guide to power-loom weaving and yarn numbering is an essential resource for anyone working in the weaving industry or interested in the history and technology of weaving. With its detailed explanations and conversion tables, it is an...

The Discovery of Crown Ethers.- Tbe Productive Scientific Career of Charles Pedersen (October 3, 1904-0ctober 26, 1989).- Free Energy Perturbation Simulations of Cation Binding to Valinomycin.- An Approach to Channel Type Molecular Structures. 1...

An introduction to microbial spoilage. A review of chemical preservatives. The control of microbes through plant hygiene. Introduction to surfactants. Biodegradation of surfactants. Preservation of agrochemicals. Preservation of personal care ...

Biological reactions of dioxygen: an introduction. Oxygen activation by flavins and pterins. Reactions of dioxygen and its reduced forms with heme proteins and model porphyrin complexes. Dioxygen reactivity in copper proteins and complexes. Oxygen ...

Uses and applications of polymers. Polymer characterization. Mathematical modelling of polymerization kinetics. Polymerization reactor design. Reactor operation and control. Some more general process design considerations. Index.

Approaches to the synthesis of supergallery pillared clays. Ga, GaA1 and A1 polyoxacations and pillared clays. Optimization of the pillaring of a saponite. Preparation and properties of pillared synthetic boron saponite. Surface and cracking...

3 In 1992 the annual world production of plastics reached 102 x 1()6m at a value of 3 over US$300 billion, while that of steel was 50 x1()6m ata value ofUS$l25 billion (Table 1. 1). Furthermore, from 1980 to 1990, plastics...

During the last two decades, the production of polymers and plastics has been increasing rapidly. In spite of developing new polymers and polymeric materials, only 40~60 are used commercially on a large scale. It has been...

I. Additives Which Modify Physical Properties.- 1 Plasticizers.- 1.1 Thermodynamic Basis of Macromolecular Mixtures.- 1.1.1 Solubility of Polymers in Solvents.- 1.1.2 Flory-Huggins Interaction Parameter.- 1.1.3 Solubility Parameter.- 1.1.4 Phase...

Because of the many important new developments in other branches of science, some scientists fail to recognize that the volume of polyolefins produced annually is greater than that of all metals. Hence, the American Chemical...

During the past two decades Membrane Science and Technology has made tremendous progress and has changed from a simple laboratory tool to large scale processes with numerous applications in Medicine and Industry. In this volume...

Examination of the early literature attests to the fact that the study of copolymerization was initiated when polymer science was in its infancy. It has continued to grow to a subject of major importance and has been a source...

Raw materials. Hair-care products. Skin-care products. Colour cosmetics. Baby care. Ethnic products. Dental products. Perfumery. Personal hygiene products. Quality, safety and legislation. References. Appendices. Index.

1 Optical applications of organic photochromic polymer systems.- 1.1 Introduction.- 1.2 Potential for erasable optical storage in photochromic polymer systems.- 1.3 Photochromic imaging in ordered systems or in systems exploiting ordering effects.- 1.4...

1 Nature of Surfactants.- 1.1 Introduction to surfactants.- 1.2 Natural surfactants.- 1.3 Synthetic surfactants.- 1.4 Types of surfactant.- 1.4.1 Hydrophilic groups.- 1.4.2 Hydrophobic groups.- 1.5 Surface activity.- 1.5.1 Self-association.- 1.5.2 The...

Woven Fabrics is an indispensable guide for anyone interested in the design and construction of textiles. The book covers every aspect of the weaving process, from choosing the right materials to creating complex patterns. It is an essential resource for...

This catalogue is a comprehensive guide to the wool manufacturing industry in the United States, and includes information on everything from raw wool production to finished textiles. It was published by the National Association of Wool Manufacturers in...

Dieses Buch bietet eine präzise Beschreibung der Textildruckverfahren Manchester-Piquee-Mousselin und Casimir. Es richtet sich an Textilingenieure, Designer und Historiker und ist ein unverzichtbares Nachschlagewerk für diejenigen, die sich für...

Discover the fascinating world of silk production in America with this collection of journals from the early 20th century. Edited by Gideon B. Smith of the University of Wisconsin, this periodical combines scientific research with practical advice for...

If you're interested in furs, this is the book for you. George R Cripps has put together an exhaustive guide to all types of furs, including their origins, characteristics, and usage. He covers everything from animal ethics to fashion trends, making this...

This informative work provides a detailed overview of the carding process in textile manufacturing, with a particular focus on the design and operation of carding engines. Alderman Dobson's practical insights and clear writing style make this an...