Electroresponsive Molecular and Polymeric Systems: Volume 1:

Keeping pace with this rapidly expanding and dynamic field, this important reference presents detailed topical reviews of new advances in electroresponsive molecular and polymeric research -- stimulating productive interaction and exchange of ideas between disciplines. Written by leading authorities in industry and academia, Electroresponsive Molecular and Polymeric Systems incorporates theory, synthesis, and technological applications. This informative, up-to-date resource discusses the synthesis of new electronically conducting polymers ... considers recent theoretical developments in conductivity mechanisms ... reviews the status of piezo- and pyroelectric polymers, particularly their performance in commercial devices ... analyzes the structure and transport properties of ion-conducting polymers ... and explores structures and properties of redox polymeric systems. Illustrated with useful diagrams, equations, and drawings, and containing over 800 references, the volume is indispensable reading for all polymer scientists and engineers; solid state physicists; physical, surface, and electro- chemists; and upper-level undergraduate and graduate students in the above disciplines. Book jacket.