Cintil Jose Chirayil – författare

Unsaturated Polyester Resins: Fundamentals, Design, Fabrication, and Applications explains the preparation, techniques and applications relating to the use of unsaturated polyester resin systems for blends, interpenetrating polymer networks (IPNs), gels, composites and nanocomposites, enabling readers to understand and utilize the improved material properties that UPRs facilitate. Chapters cover unsaturated polyester resins and their interaction at the macro, micro and nano levels, in-depth studies on the properties and analysis of UPR based materials, and the applications of UPR based composites, blends, IPNs and gels across a range of advanced commercial and industrial fields.

This is a highly detailed source of information on unsaturated polyester resins, supporting academics, researchers and postgraduate students working with UPRs, polyesters, polymeric or composite materials, polymer chemistry, polymer physics, and materials science, as well as scientists, R&D professionals and engineers in industry.

Covers the use of unsaturated polyester resin systems for blends, IPNs, gels, composites and nanocomposites Presents cutting-edge techniques for the analysis and improvement of properties of advanced UPR-based materials Unlocks the potential of unsaturated polyester resins in high-performance materials for a range of advanced applications

Applications of Unsaturated Polyester Resins: Synthesis, Modifications, and Preparation Methods takes a practical approach to unsaturated polyester-based materials and their preparation for implementation in a range of innovative areas. Sections introduce the background of polyester and the fundamentals of unsaturated polyester resins (UPRs), including chemistry, additives, curing, and processing methods. Hydrolytic stability and structure-property relationships are also discussed in detail, along with coverage of modification strategies for UPR and the development of bio-composites incorporating natural fiber with unsaturated polyester.

Subsequent chapters focus on the preparation of UPR for specific target applications, including in construction, marine and aerospace, adhesives and coatings, insulation systems, electrics, pipeline corrosion, military, biomedicine, and tissue engineering. Finally, the advantages and disadvantages of UPR compared to other resins, in terms of properties and performance, as well as life cycle assessment, are addressed and analyzed.

Presents processing methods, morphology, structure-property relationship, and modification strategies for unsaturated polyester Explores sustainability in terms of lifecycle assessment of unsaturated polyester and bio-composites incorporating unsaturated polyester Guides the reader to advanced applications across construction, marine and aerospace, adhesives and coatings, electrics and many more areas

Nanocellulose for Water Purification: Advancements, Applications, and Environmental Impact provides a comprehensive overview on the properties, modifications, and applications of nanocellulose-based materials for addressing water pollution. Initial chapters introduce the fundamental aspects of nanocellulose, including its origin, characteristics, and properties, while subsequent chapters discuss surface functionalization and modification techniques that improve the adsorption capabilities of nanocellulose. Next, readers will find an overview of the different forms of nanocellulose-based adsorbents, such as films, membranes, hydrogels, and aerogels, highlighting their effectiveness in removing various pollutants, including agrochemicals, organic solvents, cationic and anionic dyes, heavy metals, lipids, and pharmaceutical contaminants.The final chapters address the environmental and economic implications of nanocellulose advancements in water purification technologies and discuss the challenges and future directions in the field. This book serves as an important resource for researchers and industry professionals in nanotechnology, materials science, polymer science, environmental engineering, and chemical engineering, providing detailed information on the innovative use of nanocellulose in water treatment applications.Offers comprehensive coverage of nanocellulose-based materials, detailing their properties, synthesis, and functionalizationReviews the different forms of nanocelluloses, such as films, membranes, hydrogels, and aerogels, highlighting their effectiveness in removing pollutantsFeatures practical applications and case studies, demonstrating the effectiveness of nanocellulose-based materials in various water treatment scenarios

This book on biopolymers offers a comprehensive source for biomaterial professionals. It covers all elementary topics related to the properties of biopolymers, the production, and processing of biopolymers, applications of biopolymers, examples of biopolymers, and the future of biopolymers.

This book explores the functional materials derived from biomass for environmental remediation applications. Various topics covered in this book include classification of biomass, conversion and utilization techniques, functional materials, different applications in environmental remediation, biofuels and many more.