Handbook of Polymer Synthesis, Characterization, and Processing
, by Saldivar-guerra, Enrique; Vivaldo-lima, Eduardo- ISBN: 9780470630327 | 0470630329
- Cover: Hardcover
- Copyright: 3/4/2013
ENRIQUE SALDÍVAR-GUERRA is Senior Scientist and Head of the Polymerization Processes Department at the Center for Research on Applied Chemistry in Mexico. Formerly the president of the Mexican Polymer Society, he holds five patents and serves as a reviewer for the Journal of Applied Polymer Science, Industrial & Engineering Chemistry Research, and Macromolecular Theory and Simulations, among others.
EDUARDO VIVALDO-LIMA is Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering of the Faculty of Chemistry at Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, and External Academic Member of the Institute for Polymer Research of the University of Waterloo in Canada. A former president of the Mexican Polymer Society, Dr. Vivaldo-Lima is a reviewer for quite a number of journals, including Polymer Engineering & Science, Journal of Applied Polymer Science, Macromolecular Theory and Simulations, and Macromolecular Reaction Engineering.
Part 1 Basic Concepts
Chapter 1 Introduction to Polymers and Polymer Types
Enrique Saldívar-Guerra, Eduardo Vivaldo-Lima
Introduction to Polymers
1.1 Basic Concepts
1.2 History
1.3 Mechanical and Rheological Properties
1.4 Polymer States
Molecular Weight
Main Types and Uses
2 Classification of Polymers
2.1 Classification Based on Structure
2.2 Classification Based on Mechanism
2.3 Classification by Chain Topology
2.4 Other Classification Criteria
3 Nomenclature
3.1 Conventional Nomenclature
3.2 IUPAC Structure-based Nomenclature
3.3 Trade, Common Names and Abbreviations
References
Chapter 2 Polymer States and Properties
J. Betzabe González-Campos, Diana G. Zárate-Triviño, Arturo Mendoza-Galván, Evgen Prokhorov, Gabriel Luna-Bárcenas, F. Villaseñor-Ortega
1 Introduction
2 Glass Transition Temperature (α-relaxation) Controversy in Chitin, Chitosan and PVA
3 Glass Transition Related to the α-relaxation
4 Moisture Content Effects on Polymer?s Molecular Relaxations
5 Dielectric Fundamentals
5.1. The Origin of the Dielectric Response
5.2 Dielectric Relaxation in Solid Polymers
5.3. ?-relaxation
5.4 ?-relaxation
5.5 dc Conductivity Calculation
6. Chitin, Chitosan and PVA Films Preparation for Dielectric Measurements
6.1. Chitin Films Preparation
6.2 Neutralized and Non-neutralized Chitosan Films Preparation
6.3 Electrode Preparation for Dielectric Measurements
7. Dielectric Relaxations in Chitin: Evidence for a Glass Transition
7.1. Effect of Moisture on Dielectric Spectra
7.2 X-Ray Diffraction Measurements
7.3. Dielectric Spectra: General Features
8. Dielectric Relaxations in Neutralized and Non-neutralized Chitosan
8.1. Low Frequency Relaxations: the Influence of Moisture Content on Dielectric Measurements
8.2. High Frequency Relaxation
8.3. Chitosan Molecular Relaxations Conclusions
9. PVA Dielectric Relaxations
9.1 PVA Dielectric Relaxations Conclusions
10. References
Part 2 Polymer Synthesis and Modification
Chapter 3 Step Growth Polymerization
Luis Ernesto Elizalde, Gladys de los Santos, Manuel Aguilar-Vega
1. Introduction.
1.1. General Principles
1.2 Number-average Degree of Polymerization
1.3. Molecular Weight Distribution
1.4. Polymers Obtained by Step Growth Polymerization
2. Polymerization Kinetics
3. Polyamides
3.1. Polyamidation
3.2. Aromatic Polyamides
4. Polyimides
5 Polyesterification
5.1. Polyesters from Diacids
5.2. Polyethers
5.3. Polyesters
5.4. Polyurethanes
6. Inorganic Condensation Polymers
6.1. Polysylanes
6.2. Polyphosphazenes
7. Dendrimers
8. Thermoset Polycondensation Polymers
8.1 Polyester Resins
8.2. Epoxy Resins
8.3. Alkyd Resins
8.4. Phenolic Resins
9. Controlled Molecular Weight Condensation Polymers
9.1. Solid Phase Synthesis
9.2 Use of Macromonomers in Condensation Reactions
References
Chapter 4 Free Radical Polymerization
Ramiro Guerrero-Santos, Enrique Saldívar-Guerra, José Bonilla-Cruz
1 Introduction
2 Basic Mechanism
2.1 Initiation
2.2 Propagation
2.3 Termination
3 Other Free Radical Reactions
3.1 Chain Transfer to Small Species
3.2 Chain Transfer to Monomer
3.3 Chain Transfer to Initiator
3.4 Chain Transfer to Solvent and Chain Transfer Agents
Chain Transfer to Impurities
Chain Transfer to Polymer
Backbiting
Inhibition
Kinetics and Polymerization Rate
Variations of kp and kt with Length and Conversion. Auto-acceleration
Molecular Weight and Molecular Weight Distribution
Full Molecular Weight Distribution
Experimental Determination of Rate Constants
Thermodynamics of Polymerization
Controlled Radical Polymerization
8.1 Stable Free Radical or Nitroxide Mediated Radical Polymerization (SFRP, NMRP)
8.2 Atom Transfer Radical Polymerization (ATRP)
8.3 Reversible Addition-Fragmentation Chain-Transfer Polymerization (RAFT)
8.4 Outlook of CRP Techniques
Chapter 5 Coordination Polymerization
Joao B. P. Soares, Odilia Pérez
Introduction
Polymer Types
3. Catalysts Types
3.1 Phillips Catalyst
3.2 Classical Ziegler-Natta Catalysts
3.3 Single-Site Catalyst
4. Coordination polymerization Mechanism
5. Polymerization Kinetics and Mathematical Modeling
5.1 Polymer Microstructural Models
5.2. Particle Break-up, Inter- and Intraparticle Mass and Heat Transfer Resistance Models
5.3. Polymerization Reactor Models
References
Chapter 6 Copolymerization
Marc A. Dubé, Enrique Saldívar-Guerra, Iván Zapata-González
1. Introductory Section
What Are Copolymers ?
Commercial Copolymer Examples
Step Growth Copolymerization
2. Types of Copolymers
Statistical Copolymers
Alternating Copolymers
Block Copolymers
Gradient Copolymers
Graft Copolymers
Notes on Nomenclature
3. Copolymer Composition and Microstucture
Terminal Model Kinetics
Other Copolymerization Models
Reactivity Ratio Estimation
Sequence Length Distribution
Composition Measurement Methods
Extensions to Multicomponent Copolymerization
4. Reaction Conditions Considerations
Copolymerization Rate
Effect of Temperature
Reaction Medium
Effect of Pressure
Achieving Uniform Copolymer Composition
References
Chapter 7 Anionic Polymerization
Roderick Quirk
1. Introduction
2. Living Anionic Polymerization
2.1. Molecular Weight Control
2.2. Molecular Weight Distribution
3. General Considerations
3.1. Monomers
3.2. Solvents
3.3. Initiators
4. Kinetics and Mechanisms of Polymerization
4.1. Styrene and Diene Monomers
4.2 Polar Monomers
5. Stereochemistry
5.1. Polydienes
5.2. Methacrylate Stereochemistry
5.3. Styrene
5.4.Vinylpyridines
6. Copolymerization of Styrenes and Dienes
6.1. Tapered Block Copolymers
6.2. Random Styrene-Diene Copolymers (SBR)
7. Synthetic Applications of Living Anionic Polymerization
7.1 Block Copolymers
7.2. Star-Branched Polymers
7.3. Synthesis of Chain-End Functionalized Polymers.
References
Chapter 8 Cationic Polymerization
Filip E. Du Prez, Eric J. Goethals, Richard Hoogenboom
1 Introduction
2 Carbocationic Polymerization
2.1 Isobutene
2.2 Vinyl Ethers
2.2 Styrene Monomers
3 Cationic Ring-opening Polymerization
3.1 Cyclic Ethers
3.2 Cyclic Amines
3.3 Cyclic Imino ethers
4 Summary and Prospects
Acknowledgements
References
Chapter 9 Crosslinking
Julio César Hernández-Ortiz, Eduardo Vivaldo-Lima
1. Introduction
2. Background on Polymer Networks
2.1 Types of Polymer Networks Based on Structure
2.2 Chemical and Physical Networks
2.3 Intermolecular and Intramolecular Crosslinking
2.4 Monomer Functionality (f)
2.5 Crosslink Density
2.6 Gelation and Swelling Index
3. Main Chemical Routes for Synthesis of Polymer Networks
3.1 Step-growth Polymerization
3.2 Vulcanization
3.3 End-linking
3.4 Free Radical Copolymerization (FRC)
4. Characterization of Polymer Networks and Gels
4.1 Determination of the Gelation Point
4.2 Measurement of Crosslink Density
5. Theory and Mathematical Modeling of Crosslinking
5.1 Statistical Gelation Theories
5.2 Percolation Gelation Theories
5.3 Kinetic Theories
5.4 Crosslinking and Controlled-living Radical Polymerization
6. References
Appendix I. Calculation of Average Chain Lengths
Appendix II. Calculation of Sol and Gel Fractions
Chapter 10 Polymer Modification: Functionalization and Grafting
José Bonilla-Cruz, Mariamné Dehonor, Enrique Saldívar-Guerra, Alfonso González-Montiel
1. General Concepts
1.1 Methods for the Synthesis of Functional Polymers
Grafting Onto, Grafting Through and Grafting From
Grafting on Polymeric and Inorganic Surfaces
Polymer Coupling Reactions
2. Graft Copolymers
Commercial Polymer Grafting
Polyolefins
Modern Grafting Techniques onto Polymers
Functionalization and Grafting from Surfaces.
Concluding Remarks
References
Chapter 11 Polymer Additives
Rudolf Pfaendner
1. Introduction
2. Antioxidants
2.1. Primary Antioxidants
2.2. Secondary Antioxidants
2.3. Other Antioxidative Stabilizers
2.4. Testing of Antioxidants
2.5. Selected Examples
3. PVC Heat Stabilizers
3.1. Mixed Metal Salts
3.2. Organo Tin Heat Stabilizers
3.3. Metal Free Heat Stabilizers
3.4. Costabilizers
3.5. Testing of PVC Heat Stabilizers
3.6. Selected Examples of PVC Heat Stabilisation
4. Light Stabilizers
4.1. UV Absorbers
4.2. Hindered Amine Light Stabilizers
4.3. Testing of Light Stabilizers
4.4 Selected Examples of Light Stabilization
5. Flame Retardants
5.1. Halogenated Flame Retardants
5.2. Inorganic Flame Retardants
5.3. Phosphorus and Nitrogen Containing Flame Retardants
5.4. Testing of Flame Retardancy
5.5. Selected Examples of Flame Retardancy
6. Plasticizers
7. Scavenging Agents
7.1. Acid Scavengers
7.2. Aldehyde Scavenger
7.3. Odor Reduction
8. Additives to Enhance Processing
9. Additives to Modify Plastic Surface Properties
9.1. Slip and Antiblocking Agents
9.2. Antifogging Agents
9.3. Antistatic Agents
10. Additives to Modify Polymer Chain Structures
10.1. Chain Extenders
10.2. Controlled Degradation
10.3. Prodegradants
10.4. Cross-linking Agents
11. Additives to Influence Morphology and Crystallinity of Polymers
11.1. Nucleating Agents / Clarifiers
11.2. Coupling Agents / Compatibilizers
12. Antimicrobials
13. Additives to Enhance Thermal Conductivity
14. Active Protection Additives (Smart Additives)
14.1. Content Protection
14.2. Productivity Enhancer
14.3. Heat Control
15. Odor Masking
16. Animal Repellents
17. Markers
18. Blowing Agents
19. Summary and Trends in Polymer Additives
20. Selected Literature
References
Part 3 Polymerization Processes and Engineering
Chapter 12 Polymer Reaction Engineering
Alexander Penlidis, Eduardo Vivaldo-Lima, Julio C. Hernández-Ortiz, Enrique Saldívar-Guerra
1. Introduction
2. Mathematical modeling of polymerization processes
2.1 Chemical Reactor Modeling Background
2.2 The Method of Moments
2.3 Bivariate Distributions
2.4 Pseudo-homopolymer Approach or Pseudo-kinetic Rate Constants Method (PKRCM)
3. Useful Tips on Polymer Reaction Engineering (PRE) and Modeling
4. Examples of Several Free-radical (co)Polymerization Schemes and the Resulting Kinetic and Molecular Weight Development Equations
4.1 Modeling Linear and Nonlinear Homo- and Copolymerizations Assuming Monofunctional Polymer Molecules and Using the PKRCM
4.2 Modeling Linear and Nonlinear Homo- and Copolymerizations Assuming Multifunctional Polymer Molecules and Using the PKRCM
5. References
Chapter 13 Bulk and Solution Processes
Marco A. Villalobos, Jon Debling
1. Definition
2. History
3. Processes for Bulk and Solution Polymerization
3.1 Reactor Types
3.1.1 Batch/Semi-batch Reactor
3.1.2 Continuous Stirred Tank Reactor (CSTR)
3.1.3 Autoclave Reactor
3.1.4 Tubular Reactor
3.1.5 Loop Reactor
3.1.6 Casts and Molds
3.2 Processes for Free Radical Polymerization
3.2.1 Polystyrene
3.2.2 Styrene Acrylonitrile (SAN) Copolymers
3.2.3 High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS)
3.2.4 Acrylonitrile/butadiene/styrene (ABS)
3.2.5 Acrylics
3.2.6 Water Soluble Polymers
3.3 Processes for Step Growth Polymerization
3.3.1 Polyesters
3.3.2 Polyamides
3.3.3 Polycarbonates
3.3.4 Polysulfones
3.4 Processes for Ionic/Anionic Polymerization
3.4.1 Anionic Polystyrene (PS), Styrene-Butadiene (SB) and Styrene-Isoprene (SI) Copolymers
3.5 Processes for Homogenous Catalyzed Polymerization
3.5.1 Polyethylene
4. Energy Considerations
4.1 Heat of Polymerization
4.2 Adiabatic Temperature Rise
4.3 Self Accelerating Temperature
4.4 Reactor Energy Balance
4.4.1 CSTR
4.4.2 Cascade of CSTR?s
4.4.3 Tubular Reactors
5. Mass Considerations
5.1 Reactor Size
5.2 Process Residence Time, Conversion, Transients and Steady State
5.3 Reactor Pressure
5.4 Viscosity
5.5 Mixing
5.6 Polymer Purification
6. References
Chapter 14 Dispersed Phase Polymerization Processes
Jorge Herrera-Ordóñez, Enrique Saldívar-Guerra, Eduardo Vivaldo-Lima
1. Introduction
2. Emulsion Polymerization.
2.1 Historical Developments
2.2 Principles of Colloid Science
2.3 Surfactants in Aqueous Solution
2.4. Emulsions.
2.5 Monomer Partitioning and Swelling in Polymer Colloids.
2.6 Formulation Components in Emulsion Polymerization
2.7 Overall Description of Emulsion Polymerization
2.8 Batch, Semi-batch and Continuous Processes
2.9 Control of Number and Size Distribution of Particles
2.10 Particle Morphology
2.11 Latex Characterization
3. Microemulsion Polymerization
4. Miniemulsion Polymerization
5. Applications of Polymer Latexes
6. Dispersion and Precipitation Polymerizations
7. Suspension Polymerization
7.1 Generalities
7.2 Some Issues about the Modeling of PSD in Suspension Polymerization
8. Controlled Radical Polymerization (CRP) in Aqueous Dispersions
8.1 NMRP in Aqueous Dispersions
8.2 ATRP in Aqueous Dispersions
8.3 RAFT in Aqueous Dispersions
8.4 Controlled Radical Suspension Polymerization
Chapter 15 New Polymerization Processes
Eduardo Vivaldo-Lima, Carlos Guerrero-Sánchez, Christian Hornung, Iraís A. Quintero-Ortega, Gabriel Luna-Bárcenas
1. Introduction
2. Polymerization in Benign or Green Solvents
2.1 Polymerization in Compressed and Supercritical Fluids (SCF)
2.2 Polymerization in Ionic Liquids
3. Alternative Energy Sources for Polymerization Processes
3.1 Microwave Activated Polymerization
3.2 Polymerization Under Irradiation of Other Wavelengths
4. Polymerization in Microreactors
5. References
Part 4 Polymer Characterization
Chapter 16 Polymer Spectroscopy and Compositional Analysis
Gladys de los Santos Villarreal, Luis Ernesto Elizalde Herrera
Introduction
Elemental Analysis
General Principles
Infrared Spectroscopy
General Principles
3.2 Instrumentation
Qualitative Analysis of Polymers
Quantitative Analysis of Polymers
Sampling Methods
Attenuated Total Reflectance (ATR)
Diffuse Reflection IR Fourier Transform Spectroscopy (DRIFT)
FT-IR Microscopy
Real Time ? IR Spectroscopy
Discussion of IR Spectra for Poly(ethylene)
Conclusions
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance of Polymers in Solution
Chemical Shift
Spin-spin Coupling
Instrumentation
Sample Preparation
Qualitative Analysis of Polymers
Two Dimensional NMR Analysis
Quantitative and Compositional Analysis
Mass Spectrometry
General Principles
Electron Ionization
Sample Introduction
Other Ionization Processes
References
Chapter 17 Polymer Molecular Weight Measurement
M. G. Neira-Velázquez, M. T. Rodríguez-Hernández, E. Hernández-Hernández, A. R. Y. Ruiz-Martínez
1 Introduction
2 Historical Background
3 Principles of GPC
3.1 Principle of Separation
3.2 Average Molecular Weight of Polymers
3.3 GPC Systems
4. Measurement of Intrinsic Viscosity
4.1 Introduction
4.2 The Ubbelohde Capillary Viscometer
References
Chapter 18 Light Scattering and its Applications to Polymer Characterization
Roberto Alexander-Katz
1 Introduction
2 Principles of Static and Dynamic Light Scattering
3 Static Light Scattering by Dilute Polymer Solutions
3.1 Scattering at Small Angles (q?«????Determination of Molecular Weights and Thermodynamic Properties.
3.2 Application of SLS to the Determination of Structure When?q ??≥ 1.
4 Dynamic Light Scattering
4.1 General Concepts. Determination of Particle Sizes in Dilute Solutions
4.2 Dynamic Light Scattering by a Dilute Solution of Thin Rods
4.3 Dynamic Light Scattering by Flexible Polymers
References
Chapter 19 Small Angle X-Ray Scattering of Polymer Systems
Carlos A. Avila-Orta, and Francisco J. Medellín-Rodríguez
Introduction
Polymer Morphology
Single Crystals, Spherulites, and Shish-Kebabs
Lamellae
Unit Cells
Small-Angle X-ray Scattering
Interaction of X-rays with Matter
Electron Density Function
Scattering Vector
Scattering Intensity
Analysis in Reciprocal Space
Scattering Intensity when q ? 0
Scattering Intensity at Intermediate Angles
Scattering Intensity when q ? ?
Analysis in Real Space
Correlation Function, ?(r)
Interface Distribution Function, g(r)
Appendix 19.1 Procedure to Obtain Morphological Data from 1D-SAXS Profiles
A1.1 Data analysis
References
Chapter 20 Microscopy
Mariamné Dehonor-Gómez, Carlos López-Barrón, Christopher W. Macosko
Introduction
Transmission Electron Microscopy
Conventional Transmission Electron Microscopy
Transmission Electron Microscopy Allied Techniques
Three-dimensional Microscopy
Introduction
3.2 Methods to Obtain 3D Micrographs
3.3 3-D Image Analysis
3.4 Summary
References
Chapter 21 Structure and Mechanical Properties of Polymers
Manuel Aguilar-Vega
1.Structure of Polymer Chains
2.Polymer Mechanical Properties
2.1Molecular Structure and Mechanical Properties
2.2 Viscoelastic Properties and Temperature
3 Mechanical Properties of Polymer Composites
References
Part 5 Polymer Processing
Chapter 22 Polymer Rheology
Estanislao Ortíz-Rodríguez
1. Introduction to Polymer Rheology Fundamentals
1.1 Deformation Response of Polymeric Solids
1.2 Rheology of Polymeric Liquids
1.3 Mathematical Relationships for Polymer Rheology
2. Linear Viscoelasticity
3. Viscometric Techniques for Polymer Melts
3.1 The Capillary Rheometer
3.2 Rotational Rheometers
3.3 Temperature and Pressure Effects on Viscosity
3.4 Other Viscometric Determinations
4. Overview of Constitutive Equations
4.1 The Generalized Newtonian fluid (GNF)
4. 2 Differential Equations
4.3 Integral Constitutive Equations
5. Brief Overview on Other Relevant Polymer Rheology Aspects
5.1 Rheology of Filled Polymeric Melts
5.2 Molecular Dynamic Simulations in Polymer Rheology
5.3 A CFD Perspective on Polymer Rheology
6. References
Chapter 23 Principles of Polymer Processing
Luis Francisco Ramos de Valle
Table of Contents
1 General
2 Compounding
3 Extrusion
4 Bottle Blowing
5 Injection Molding
5.1 Limitations
5.2 Defects
5.3 Rotational Molding
5.4 Compression Molding
6 Thermoforming
7 Further Reading
References
Chapter 24 Blown Films and Ribbons Extrusion
J.R. Robledo-Ortíz, D.E. Ramírez-Arreola, D. Rodrigue and Rubén González-Núñez
1. Introduction
2. Extrusion Processes for Blown Films and Ribbons
3. Equations
3.1 Blown Film Equations
3.2 Ribbon Extrusion Equations
4. Ribbon and Film Dimensions
5. Cooling Process and Stretching Force
6. Morphology and Mechanical Properties
7. References
Chapter Chapter 25 Polymer Solutions and Processing
Dámaso Navarro Rodríguez
Introduction
Polymer Solution Thermodynamics and Conformation of Polymer Chains.
Basic Concepts
2.1 Change in Enthalpy, Entropy and Gibbs Free Energy of Mixing
2.2 Conformation of Polymer Chains
2.3 Flory-Huggins Lattice Theory and Related Theories
2.4 The Solubility Parameter
2.5 Phase Equilibria in Polymer Solutions
2.6 Characterization of Polymers Using Thermodynamic-Based Techniques Semidilute Polymer Solutions
3.1 The Blob Model
3.2 Scaling Theory
Processing of Polymer Solutions
4.1 Film Forming Processes Via Polymer Solution
4.2 Fiber Forming Processes from Solution
References
Chapter 26 Wood and Natural Fiber-Based Composites (NFC)
J.R. Robledo-Ortíz, F.J. Fuentes-Talavera, R. González-Núñez, J.A. Silva-Guzmán
1. Introduction
2. Background
3. Raw Materials
3.1 Natural Fibers
3.2 Types of Polymers Used in Wood Plastic Composites Manufacturing
3.3 Additives
3.4 Polymer-Natural Fiber Interface
3.5 Wood/Polymer Ratio, Particle Size and Moisture Content
4. Manufacturing Process
5. Properties of Composite Materials
5.1 Water Absorption in Natural Fiber Plastic Composites
5.2 Mechanical properties
6 Durability
6.1 Decay
7 Factors that Affect Decay of Wood Plastic Composites
7.1 Moisture
7.2 Wood Particle Size and Wood/Plastic Ratios
7.3 Wood/Polymer Interface
8 Uses of Wood Plastic Composites
References
Chapter 27 Polymer Blends
Saul Sanchez Valdés, Luis Francisco Ramos de Valle, Octavio Manero
1 Introduction
2 Miscibility in Polymer Blends
3 Compatibility in Polymer Blends
4 Techniques for Studying Blend Microstructure
5 Preparation of Polymer Blends
6 Factors Influencing the Morphology of a Polymer Blend
7 Properties of Polymer Blends
8 Applications of Polymer Blends
References
Chapter 28 Thermosetting Polymers
J.-P. Pascault, R.J.J. Williams
1. Introduction
2. Chemistries of Network Formation
3. Structural Transformations During Network Formation
3.1 Gelation
3.2 Vitrification
3.3 Conversion-Temperature Transformation (CTT) Diagram
4. Processing
4.1 Formulations
4.2 Rules for Processing Thermosetting Polymers
4.3 Thermosetting Polymers for Adhesives, Coatings and Paintings
4.4 Reaction Injection Molding (RIM)
4.5 Thermosetting Polymers for Composite Materials
5. Conclusions
6. References
Part 6 Polymers for Advanced Technologies
Chapter 29 Conducting Polymers
M. Judith Percino, Víctor M. Chapela
Table of Contents
1 Introduction
2 Historical Background
3 The Structures of Conducting Polymers
4 Charge Storage
5 Doping
5.1 Redox Doping
5.2 Chemical and Electrochemical p-Doping
5.3 Chemical and Electrochemical n-Doping
5.4 Doping Involving no Dopant Ions
5.5 Non-Redox Doping
6 Polyanilines
6.1 Allowed Oxidation States
6.2 Doping
7 Charge transport
8 Syntheses
9 Conducting Polymers
9.1 Polyacetylene trans or cis
9.2 Polyaniline
9.3 Polythiophene
9.4 Polypyrrole
9.5 Poly(paraphenylene)
9.6 Poly(p-phenylenevinylene)
10 Characterization Techniques
11 Present and Future Potential
11.1 Applications
Chapter 30 Dendritic Polymers
Jason Dockendorff, Mario Gauthier
1 Introduction
2 Dendrimers
2.1 Synthetic Strategies and Properties
2.2 General Characteristics
2.3 Common Structures
2.4 Applications and Recent Trends
3 Hyperbranched Polymers
3.1 General Features
3.2 Synthetic Strategies and Common Structures
3.3 Applications and Recent Trends
4 Dendrigraft Polymers
4.1 General Characteristics
4.2 Synthetic Strategies, Common Structures, and Properties
4.3 Applications and Recent Trends
5 Concluding Remarks
6 References
Chapter 31 Polymer Nanocomposites
Octavio Manero, Antonio Sanchez-Solis
1 Introduction
2 Polyester-clay Nanocomposites
2.1 PET-Clay
2.2 PET-PEN / Clay
2.3 Polyester Resin / Clay
3 Polyolefin/clay Nanocomposites
3.1 Polyethylene / Clay
3.2 Polypropylene / Clay
4 Polystyrene/clay Nanocomposites
4.1 HIPS / Clay
4.2 HIPS-PET / Clay
5 Polymer-Carbon Black Nanocomposites
5.1 PET-PMMA / Carbon Black
5.2 PET-HDPE / Carbon Black
6 Nanoparticles of Barium Sulfate
7 Polymer / Graphene Nanocomposites
7.1 Synthesis and Structural Features of Graphene
7.2 Surface Modification of Grapheme
7.3 Polymer/Graphene Nanocomposites
7.4 Preparation Methods of Polymer/Graphene Nanocomposites
8 Conclusions
9 Acknowledgements
10 References
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