Polymer Nanocomposites: Processing, Characterization, and Applications offers researchers and materials scientists a complete reference to the physical concepts, techniques, applications and principles underlying one of the most researched materials.

Keeps you abreast of the latest trends, developments, and commercial applications!

Features:

• expert descriptions of the types of nanoparticles commonly used in polymeric matrices
• methods for transforming polymer matrix resins into nanocomposites used for coatings, adhesives, fire-retardant, ablative, and structural materials
• chemical and thermal properties of various nanoparticles such as nanoclays, nanosilicas, POSS®, carbon nanofibers, and carbon nanotubes
• new breakthroughs and commercial uses of polymer nanocomposites
• and more!

Contents

1. Introduction
2. An Overview of Nanoparticles
3. Selecting Resin Matrix and Nanoparticles for Applications
4. Processing of Nanomaterials
5. Characterization of Polymer Nanomaterials
6. Properties of Polymer Nanostructured Materials
7. Polymer Nanostructured Materials for High-Temperature Applications
8. Current Status, Trends, Future Directions, and Opportunities

Index

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