The feature of polyimides and other heterocyclic polymers are now well-established and used for long term temperature durability in the range of 250 - 350'C. This book will review synthesis, mechanisms, ultimate properties, physico-chemical properties, processing and applications of such high performance materials needed in advanced technologies. It presents interdisciplinary papers on the state of knowledge of each topic under consideration through a combination of overviews and original unpublished research. The volume contains eleven chapters divided into three sections: Chemistry; Chemical and Physical Properties; and Applications.

This book describes advances in synthesis, processing, and technology of environmentally friendly polymers generated from renewable resources. With contents based on a wide range of functional monomers and contributions from eminent researchers, this volume demonstrates the design, synthesis, properties and applications of plant oil based polymers, presenting an elaborate review of acid mediated polymerization techniques for the generation of green polymers. Chemical engineers are provided with state-of-the-art information that acts to further progress research in this direction.

Summarizes the results published so far in the literature as an introduction to the third volume of the series, which will focus on the applications of heterocyclic polymers in the electronics industry. Considers the chemistry and applications of polyphenylquinoxalines and polymides, both of which have been used to make high-performance adhesives, composites, coatings, films, fibers, and foams that are now commercially available. Primarily a reference for materials scientists, polymer chemists, manufacturers of electronic components, and process engineers, but also potentially a textbook. Distributed in the US by Enfield Publishing and Distribution. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

"High Performance Polymers and Their Nanocomposites" fasst die unzähligen Forschungsergebnisse aus der jüngsten Zeit im Bereich der Hochleistungspolymere zusammen, u. a. Nanokomposite auf Basis von Hochleistungspolymeren, Flüssigkristallpolymere, Polyamid 4, 6, Polyamidimide, Polyacrylamide, Komposite auf Basis von Polyacrylamiden für verschiedene Anwendungen, Polybenzimidazole, Polycyclohexylen-Dimethylterephthalate, Polyetheretherketone, Polyetherimide, Polyetherketoneketone, Polyetherfulfone, Polyphenylensulfide, Polyphenylsulfone, Polyphthalamide, Polysulfone, eigenverstärkte Polyphenylene, thermoplastische Polyimide.

This book provides an extensive overview of current trends in the area of elastomers and their composites from the chapters contributed by internationally recognized specialists. The book deals with novel synthesis, modelling and experimental methods in elastomers. Contents include: new approach to crosslinking, liquid crystal elastomers, nanocomposites, smart elastomers, elastomers in microelectronics and microfluidics, elastomers in cement concrete and mortar, experimental testing and modelling. Each section demonstrates how enhancements in materials, processes and characterization techniques can improve performance in the field of engineering. The book provides a unique opportunity to discover the latest research on elastomer advances from laboratories around the world. This book addresses to industrial and academic researchers in the fields of physical, chemical, biological sciences and engineering.

Provides coverage on the full range of topics associated with polyimides, including structure, polymer fundamentals, and product areas. The text addresses both basic and applied aspects of the subject. It details the synthesis of polyimides, polyamideimides, and flourinated polyimides, explains the molecular design of photosensitive polyimides, and more.