Arunima Reghunadhan - Böcker

Polyurethane Polymers: Blends and Interpenetrating Networks deals with almost all aspects of blends and IPNs formed by polyurethane, including the thermal, mechanical, morphological, and viscoelastic properties of each blend presented in the book. In addition, major applications related to these blends and IPNs are mentioned.

Provides an elaborate coverage of the chemistry of polyurethane, including its synthesis and properties Includes available characterization techniques Relates types of polyurethanes to their potential properties Discusses blends options

Polyurethane Polymers: Composites and Nanocomposites concentrates on the composites and nanocomposites of polyurethane based materials. Polyurethane composites are a very important class of materials widely used in the biomedical and industrial field that offer numerous potential applications in many areas. This book discusses current research and identifies future research needs in the area.

Provides an elaborate coverage of the chemistry of polyurethane, its synthesis, and properties Includes available characterization techniques Relates types of polyurethanes to their potential properties Discusses composites, nanocomposites options, and PU recycling

APPLICATIONS OF BIOPOLYMERS IN SCIENCE, BIOTECHNOLOGY, AND ENGINEERINGSingle volume resource covering the many different applications of biopolymers, along with foundational knowledge like biodegradability and recent advancementsAlong with providing in-depth discussions on the fundamentals of biopolymers, such as synthesis, fabrication technologies, and properties, Applications of Biopolymers in Science, Biotechnology, and Engineering covers the applications of biopolymers in various fields such as biotechnology, construction and civil engineering, tissue engineering, dairy technology, packaging, electronics, food, medicine, tissue engineering, and biotechnology. Overall, the text conveys a broad overview of the field, enabling readers to grasp both the fundamentals and applications of the subject.Edited by three highly qualified academics with significant experience in the field, Applications of Biopolymers in Science, Biotechnology, and Engineering covers sample topics such as: Biopolymer blends, IPNs, gels, composites, and nanocomposites, and the properties, fabrication and applications of synthetic biopolymersRole of biopolymers and their composites in sustainable agriculture, covering recent developments and future perspectivesPolymers suitable for the fabrication of prosthetics, and polymers’ uses in different stages of drug delivery and drug designLife cycle analysis, biodegradability, and advances in the overall field of biopolymers, along with polymers and biopolymers in sensing applicationsCovering both foundational knowledge and a myriad of applications, Applications of Biopolymers in Science, Biotechnology, and Engineering is an essential resource on the subject for practitioners, researchers, and scientists in polymer science and engineering, materials science, surface science, bioengineering, chemical engineering, and any industry/field interested in biopolymers and/or nanocomposites.