Plastics technology handbook. (©2007)

• Record Type: Book
• Further Information: Note: Manas Chanda and Salil K. Roy.
• Other Names: Chanda, Manas, 1940-; Roy, Salil K, 1939-
• Contents: Preface ; Characteristics of Polymers ; What Is a Polymer?; Molecular Weight of Polymers; Polymerization Processes; Configurations of Polymer Molecules; Conformations of a Polymer Molecule; Polymer Crystallinity; The Amorphous State; Structural Shape of Polymer Molecules; Thermal Transitions in Polymers; Designing a Polymer Structure for Improved Properties; Cross-Linking of Polymer Chains; Solubility Behavior of Polymers; Effects of Corrosives on Polymers; Thermal Stability and Flame Retardation; Deterioration of Polymers; Stabilization of Polymers; Metal Deactivators; Light Stabilizers; Light Stabilizers for Selected Plastics; Diffusion and Permeability; Polymer Compounding; Plasticizers; Antistatic Agents; Flame Retardants; Smoke Suppressants; Colorants; Antimicrobials; Toxicity of Plastics; References; Fabrication Processes ; Types of Processes; Tooling for Plastics Processing; Compression Molding; Transfer Molding; Injection Molding of Thermoplastics; Injection Molding of Thermosetting Resins; Extrusion; Blow Molding; Calendering; Spinning of Fibers; Thermoforming; Casting Processes; Reinforcing Processes; Reaction Injection Molding; Structural Reaction Injection Molding; Resin Transfer Molding; Foaming Processes; Rubber Compounding and Processing Technology; Miscellaneous Processing Techniques; Decoration of Plastics; References; Plastics Properties and Testing ; Introduction; Mechanical Properties; Reinforced Plastics; Electrical Properties; Optical Properties; Thermal Properties; Identification of Common Plastics; References; Industrial Polymers ; Introduction; Part I: Addition Polymers; Part II: Condensation Polymers; References ; Polymers in Special Uses ; Introduction; High-Temperature and Fire-Resistant Polymers; Liquid Crystal Polymers; Electroactive Polymers; Polymers in Photoresist Applications; Photoresist Applications for Printing; Optical Information Storage; Polymers in Adhesives; Degradable Polymers; Ionic Polymers; Scavenger Resins; Synthetic Polymer Membranes; Hydrogels and Smart Polymers; Dendritic Polymers; Shape Memory Polymers; Microencapsulation; Polymer Nanocomposites; Wood-Polymer Composites; Polymerization-Filled Composites; References; Recycling of Polymers ; Introduction; Outline of Recycling Methods; Recycling of Poly (Ethylene Terephthalate); Recycling of Polyurethanes; Recycling of Poly (Vinyl Chloride); Recycling of Cured Epoxies; Recycling of Mixed Plastics Waste; Post-Consumer Polyethylene Films; Recycling of Ground Rubber Tires ; Recycling of Car Batteries; Plastic Recycling Equipment and Machinery; References; Trends in Polymer Applications ; Introduction; Polymers in Packaging; Polymers in Building and Construction; Polymers in Corrosion Prevention and Control; Plastics in Automotive Applications; Polymers in Aerospace Applications; Polymers in Electrical and Electronic Applications; Polymers in Agriculture and Horticulture; Polymers in Domestic Appliances and Business Machines; Polymers in Medical and Biomedical Applications; Polymers in Marine and Offshore Applications; Polymers in Sport; References; APPENDICES ; Trade Names for Some Industrial Polymers; Commonly Used Abbreviations for Industrial Polymers; Index of Trade Names, Manufacturers, and Suppliers of Antioxidants; Index of Trade Names, Manufacturers, and Suppliers of Metal Deactivators; Index of Trade Names, Manufacturers, and Suppliers of Light Stabilizers; Index of Trade Names and Suppliers of Frame Retardants; Index of Trade Names and Suppliers of Foaming Agents; Harmonic Motion of a Maxwell Model; Formulations of Flame-Retarded Selection Thermoplastics; Formulations of Selected Rubber Compounds; Formulations of Selected PVC Compounds; Formulations of Polyurethane Foams; Commercial Polymer Blends and Alloys; Conversion of Units; Typical Properties of Polymers Used for Molding and Extrusion; Typical Properties of Cross-Linked Rubber Compounds; Typical Properties of Representative Textile Fibers; Index
• Edition: 4th ed
• Publisher Details: Boca Raton : CRC Press
• Publication Date: 2007
• Copyright Date: 2007
• Extent: 1 online resource (1 volume (various pagings)), illustrations
• Subjects: 668.4; Plastics; TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING -- Chemical & Biochemical; Plastics; Kunststoff; Kunststofftechnik; Electronic books; Electronic books
• Languages: English
• ISBNs: 9781420006360; 1420006363; 9781628705461; 1628705469
• Related ISBNs: 0849370396; 9780849370397
• Notes: Note: Includes bibliographical references and index.; Note: Print version record.
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