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Book Structure property Relationships of Polymers Containing Hybrid Nano filler  polyhedral Oligomeric Silsequioxanes  POSS

Download or read book Structure property Relationships of Polymers Containing Hybrid Nano filler polyhedral Oligomeric Silsequioxanes POSS written by Haiping Geng and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Structure property Relationships of Polymers Containing Hybrid Nano filler  polyhedral Oligomeric Silsequioxanes  POSS

Download or read book Structure property Relationships of Polymers Containing Hybrid Nano filler polyhedral Oligomeric Silsequioxanes POSS written by Haiping Geng and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Polyhedral Oligomeric Silsesquioxane  POSS  Polymer Nanocomposites

Download or read book Polyhedral Oligomeric Silsesquioxane POSS Polymer Nanocomposites written by Sabu Thomas and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2021-03-25 with total page 578 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Polyhedral Oligomeric Silsesquioxane (POSS) Polymer Nanocomposites: From Synthesis to Applications offers extensive coverage of polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxanes and their nanocomposites, including their synthesis, characterization, interfacial interactions and advanced applications. Sections introduce essentials, information on their preparation and discussions on polymeric materials, including elastomers, thermoplastics, thermosetting polymers, polymer blends and IPNs. Further sections cover the latest analysis techniques, examine the properties of POSS-polymer nanocomposites, and discuss key application areas, such as biological, energy, defense, and space. Finally, issues surrounding industry implementation and lifecycle are explored. This is a valuable reference for researchers, scientists and advanced students in the areas of polymer composites and nanocomposites, polymer chemistry, polymer physics, polymer science, and materials science and engineering. In an industrial setting, this book will be of great interest to scientists, R&D professionals, and engineers across industries and disciplines. Covers all aspects of polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxanes (POSS) and their nanocomposites, including synthesis and characterization techniques, properties, analysis, applications and trends Targets POSS nanocomposites, describing synthesis, characterization and the selection of POSS filler types according to polymeric material Explains the preparation and utilization of POSS polymer nanocomposites for cutting-edge applications, including biological, energy, and defense field applications

Book Developments in Nanoscience  Polyhedral Oligomeric Silsesquioxane  POSS    Polymers

Download or read book Developments in Nanoscience Polyhedral Oligomeric Silsesquioxane POSS Polymers written by and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This review is intended to cover the more recent advances in both structure-property relationships of polymers incorporating Polyhedral Oligomeric Silsesquioxane(s) (POSS) nanostructured chemicals as well as space-survivability testing of POSS-polymers. The strategy employed for using POSS as building blocks is discussed in addition to current models and predictions pertaining to the ideal crystallite/aggregate size of the nanocomposite within the polymer matrix to provide maximum mechanical improvements. The oxidation and rapid formation of SiO2 during atomic oxygen testing leads to a passivating layer and conclusive proof of these phenomena is presented. Also a brief history of POSS is outlined to help readers understand how they relate to the recent boom in nanotechnology and their position in nanomaterials R & D.

Book Polymer Composites with Functionalized Nanoparticles

Download or read book Polymer Composites with Functionalized Nanoparticles written by Krzysztof Pielichowski and published by Woodhead Publishing. This book was released on 2018-09-22 with total page 513 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Polymer Composites with Functional Nanoparticles: Synthesis, Properties, and Applications reviews the latest research in the area of polymer nanocomposites and functionalized nanoparticles, providing an introduction for those new to the field, and supporting further research and development. The book helps researchers and practitioners better understand the key role of nanoparticle functionalization for improving the compatibility of inorganic metallic nanomaterials with organic polymers, and for the fabrication of nanostructured materials with special properties. A range of nanoparticles, such as carbon nanotubes are covered, along with descriptions of the methods of functionalization to support better compatibility with polymer matrices. The book also discusses the various applications of this technology, including uses in electronics and the medical and energy industries. Summarizes the latest research in functionalized nanoparticles for modification of polymer matrices, providing a valuable platform for further research Includes functionalization of a range of nanoparticles for incorporation into nanocomposites, including carbon nanotubes, graphene, gold and silver, silica and clay Provides detailed coverage of application areas, including energy, electronics, biomedical applications, and end-of-life considerations

Book Molecular Dynamics Simulations of Polymer Nanocomposites Containing Polyhedral Oligomeric Silsesquioxanes

Download or read book Molecular Dynamics Simulations of Polymer Nanocomposites Containing Polyhedral Oligomeric Silsesquioxanes written by Reena R. Patel and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Molecular dynamics simulations were carried out on traditional polymers copolymerized with POSS (Polyhedral Oligomeric Silsesquioxanes) derivatives to identify the reason behind improved properties imparted to the conventional polymers with the chemical incorporation of POSS. Two classes of systems are used in the present study, namely the polystyrene and polymethyl methacrylate systems. Seven systems are studied in the polystyrene class. The effect of corner substituent groups of the POSS cage on the properties of the polymer nanocomposites was studied using the polystyrene. In addition, the effect of the type of cage structure on the properties was studied using T8, T10 and T12 POSS cage structures containing phenyl substituents on each POSS cage. Systems with polymethyl methacrylate were studied to analyze the effect of mole percent of POSS on the polymer properties, holding the corner substituents on the POSS unit constant. The corner function used was the isobutyl group. The properties analyzed using simulations include glass transition temperature, volumetric thermal expansion coefficient, X-ray scattering data, solubility parameter and mechanical properties. In both polystyrene and polymethyl methacrylate systems, simulations were also carried out on the pure parent polymers for the sake of comparison. The effect of forcefield on the predicted properties was studied using both COMPASS and PCFF forcefields. Performance analysis of the code used in the present simulation was done by analyzing the parallel run time of simulations involving pure atactic polystyrene.

Book Hybrid Nanocomposites for Nanotechnology

Download or read book Hybrid Nanocomposites for Nanotechnology written by Lhadi Merhari and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2009-03-03 with total page 840 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book covers the latest advances in polymer-inorganic nanocomposites, with particular focus on high-added-value applications in fields including electronics, optics, magnetism and biotechnology. The unique focus of this book is on electronic, optical, magnetic and biomedical applications of hybrid nanocomposites. Coverage includes: Synthesis methods and issues and production scale-up; Characterization methods; Electronic applications; Optical applications and Photonics; Magnetic applications; and Biomedical applications. The book offers readers a solid grasp of the state of the art, and of current challenges in non-traditional applications of hybrid nanocomposites.

Book POSS Based Polymers

Download or read book POSS Based Polymers written by Ignazio Blanco and published by MDPI. This book was released on 2019-12-19 with total page 310 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The combination of functional polymers with inorganic nanostructured compounds has become a major area of research and technological development owing to the remarkable properties and multifunctionalities deriving from their nano and hybrid structures. In this context, polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxanes (POSSs) have increasing importance and a dominant position with respect to the reinforcement of polymeric materials. Although POSSs were first described in 1946 by Scott, these materials, however, have not immediately been successful if we consider that, starting from 1946 and up to 1995, we find in the literature 85 manuscripts regarding POSSs; which means that less than two papers per year were published over 50 years. Since 1995, we observe an exponential growth of scientific manuscripts concerning POSSs. It is changing from an annual average of 20 manuscripts for the period 1995–2000 to an annual average of about 400 manuscripts, with an increase of 2800%. The introduction of POSSs inorganic nanostructures into polymers gives rise to polymer nanostructured materials (PNMs) with interesting mechanical and physical properties, thus representing a radical alternative to the traditional filled polymers or polymer compositions.

Book Nanocomposites

Download or read book Nanocomposites written by Subbarayan Sivasankaran and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2019-01-23 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: To have unimaginably outstanding useful properties (physical, mechanical, electrical, optical, chemical, and magnetic) in a single material design is a highly challenging task in the material science community, which can be achieved through nanocomposites. These nanocomposites can be produced from all conventional materials, which include polymers, metals/alloys, and ceramics, by modifying their internal structures. Due to modification of the structures of all kinds of conventional materials, at either the nano or ultra-fine level, the materials exhibit superior performance, which is a boon for all fields of science. In general, nanocomposite materials can be manufactured by solid-state processing techniques, liquid metallurgy, ex-situ and in-situ powder metallurgy, and other basic science synthesis routes. Furthermore, the possibility of making environmentally friendly materials is also possible with nanotechnology. Therefore, to investigate and demonstrate developments in the field of nanocomposites, this book is targeted at all the scientific personnel working in this field.

Book Health and Environmental Safety of Nanomaterials

Download or read book Health and Environmental Safety of Nanomaterials written by James Njuguna and published by Woodhead Publishing. This book was released on 2021-07-24 with total page 534 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first edition of Health and Environmental Safety of Nanomaterials: Polymer Nanocomposites and Other Materials Containing Nanoparticles was published in 2014, but since that time, new developments in the field of nanomaterials safety have emerged, both at release and exposure, along with the expanding applications of the nanomaterials side. Numerous studies have been dedicated to the issue of biophysical interactions of nanoparticles with the human body at the organ, cellular, and molecular levels. In this second edition, all the chapters have been brought fully up to date. There are also four brand new chapters on the biophysical interaction of nanoparticles with the human body; advanced modeling approaches to help elucidate the nanorisks; safety measures at work with nanoparticles; and the health and environmental risks of graphene. It provides key knowledge and information needs for all those who are working in the research and development sector and need to learn more about the safety of nanomaterials. • Focuses on the health and safety of polymer nanocomposites and other materials containing nanoparticles, as well as their medical and environmental implications • Discusses the fundamental nature of various biophysical interactions of nanoparticles with the human body • Looks at the physico-chemistry of nanoparticles and their uptake, translocation, transformation, transport, and biodistribution in mammalian and plant systems • Presents the structure–activity relationships and modeling of the interactions of nanoparticles with biological molecules, biochemical pathways, analysis of biomolecular signatures, and the development of biomarkers.

Book Polymer POSS Nanocomposites and Hybrid Materials

Download or read book Polymer POSS Nanocomposites and Hybrid Materials written by Susheel Kalia and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-11-27 with total page 462 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides an overview of polymer nanocomposites and hybrid materials with polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxanes (POSS). Among inorganic nanoparticles, functionalized POSS are unique nano-building blocks that can be used to create a wide variety of hybrid and composite materials, where precise control of nanostructures and properties is required. This book describes the influence of incorporation of POSS moieties into (organic) polymer matrices on the mechanical, thermal and flammability behavior of composites and hybrid organic-inorganic materials. Importantly, POSS-containing materials can be bio-functionalized by linking e.g. peptides and growth factors through appropriate surface modification in order to enhance the haemo-compatibility of cardiovascular devices made of these materials. This volume includes descriptions of synthesis routes of POSS and POSS-containing polymeric materials (e.g. based on polyolefines, epoxy resins and polyurethanes), presentation of POSS’ role as flame retardants and as biocompatible linker, as well as the depiction of decomposition and ageing processes.

Book Study of the Structure property Relationships of Polymers with Metal ligand Coordination Bonds

Download or read book Study of the Structure property Relationships of Polymers with Metal ligand Coordination Bonds written by Xinyue Zhang and published by . This book was released on 2022 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Incorporating dynamic interactions into polymer matrices has emerged as a powerful tool to engineer materials for advanced applications. Metal-ligand coordination as the dynamic component has been a popular choice due to the diversity and ease of tailoring the functional sites without altering the backbone chemistry. Extensive theoretical and experimental studies have been conducted to unveil the fundamental science and critical mechanisms for better material design. The sticky Rouse model has been developed to describe the linear viscoelasticity of associative polymers neglecting the chemistry and structural details of bonding sites. Most of the experimental research on polymers containing metal-ligand coordination has focused on synthesis methods or the optical and mechanical effects resulting from bonds breaking and reforming. A gap between the theoretical understanding and the experimental findings exists due to the challenge of decoupling the metal-ligand interactions from other factors governing the bulk polymer behavior. In addition, the dynamic surface properties and ionic conductivity performances arising from metal-ligand coordination are less studied. This dissertation contributes to the understanding of the structure-property relationships of metal-ligand coordinated polymers by bridging the molecular metal-ligand coordination details and the macroscopic behavior of the materials with carefully designed model systems. This dissertation starts with a combined experimental and theoretical approach to quantitatively establishing how the stability and structure of metal-ligand interaction acting as dynamic crosslinks determines the viscoelastic characteristics of a metallopolymer. A model system which is free from solvent molecules, chain entanglement and phase-separation was designed to decouple the metal-ligand interactions from other factors governing the polymer behavior. By analyzing the key parameters extracted from the experimental results, the enhanced sticky Rouse model was proposed. This assists subsequent rational design of metal-ligand coordinated polymers with an easily accessible and implementable quantitative model. We then moved on to demonstrate that introducing metal-ligand coordination not only enables the dynamic characteristics of the polymer, but also raises other fascinating properties. This idea was elaborated in the following two works. First, we proposed a surface design approach to enable a reversible transition between hydrophobicity and hydrophilicity on the polymer surface in response to changing the environment polarity via "hiding" polar metal-ligand coordination sites under non-polar PDMS backbone. The dynamic characteristics of the bulk polymer is governed by network architecture and coordination strength, and is directly correlated to the speed and extent of the surface evolution. Second, we investigated the ionic conductivity of metal-ligand coordinated PDMS. The interaction between the ligands on a polymer chain and the metal cations from the salt added facilities the ion dissociation within the PDMS, and turns the non-conductive PDMS into an ionic conductive PDMS. The ionic transport mechanism was discussed in the context of the density and strength of metal-ligand coordination. Synergistic effects were observed and discussed for mixed lithium (Li) and copper (Cu) coordination, which shows the improved mechanical strength as well as ionic conductivity compared to the Li-coordinated PDMS. The systematic study on the structure-property relationships of polymers containing metal-ligand coordination in this dissertation provides insights to assist the design of advanced materials.

Book Structure property Relationships in Dynamic Polymer Networks

Download or read book Structure property Relationships in Dynamic Polymer Networks written by Christopher Brittain Cooper and published by . This book was released on 2023 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many emerging applications including wearable electronics and e-skins, soft robotics and actuators, and biomaterials, require material platforms with precisely controlled mechanical, electrical, thermal, and optical properties. The practical realization of devices for these applications is often restricted not by the lack of novel designs, but rather by the sparsity of materials with the required properties. Dynamic polymers, which employ both permanent and reversible linkages, offer a promising platform for the design of new materials due to their highly tunable and responsive chemical structures. This dissertation explores structure-property relationships in different dynamic polymer networks with well-defined polymer design and is structured as follows. Chapter 1 introduces the concept of dynamic polymers, provides comparisons to supramolecular polymers and segmented block copolymers, and concludes with emerging applications for these systems. Chapter 2 examines the molecular design rules for spontaneous self-assembly of periodic dynamic polymers into supramolecular nanofibers. Chapter 3 discusses the phenomenon of strain-induced supramolecular structures exhibited by entangled periodic dynamic polymers. Chapter 4 highlights how the clustered nanomorphology exhibited by periodic dynamic polymers can be used to design recyclable underwater adhesives. Chapter 5 explains how immiscible dynamic polymers can be used to achieve autonomous alignment of multilayered soft electronics. Chapter 6 concludes with key observations and on the future outlook of next-generation materials.

Book Structure Property Relationships for Polymers Bearing Reversibly Associating Side groups

Download or read book Structure Property Relationships for Polymers Bearing Reversibly Associating Side groups written by Christopher Lloyd Lewis and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 237 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The objective of this research is to establish structure-property relationships for macromolecules bearing reversibly associating side-groups. In previous studies we demonstrated shape-memory behavior for elastomer networks bearing strong ureido-pyrimidinone (UPy) hydrogen-bonding side-groups. However, relationships between the underlying viscoelastic behavior and side-group features such as hydrogen bond strength, structure, the presence of a permanent network and distance of the binding group from the macromolecular chain are not well established. Further, while numerous studies focus on the associative behavior of polymers in solution, few have examined their bulk behavior. To address this need, copolymers bearing weak ([Delta]H ~ 30kJ/mol) or strong hydrogen ([Delta]H ~ 70kJ/mol) bonding side-groups (HBSGs) were copolymerized with a low glass transition (Tg) polymer backbone into linear and network polymers. For polymers bearing weak HBSGs the temperature dependence of viscosity could be attributed to the elevation of Tg alone whereas the rheological behavior of strong HBSG polymers could be attributed to side-group association. To explain our results, a 'state-of-ease' model was developed that assumes continuous mechanical equilibrium between applied stress and the stresses arising from a permanent network and a second network that continuously reforms. The model is able to predict various rheological responses for UPy containing polymers such as dynamic mechanical and shape-memory behavior. The influence of micro-environment can also influence viscoelastic behavior. To assess the ability of a strong HBSG to dimerize within water swollen environments the swelling and dynamic mechanical behavior of a hydrophilic polymer bearing UPy side-groups was studied. The presence of UPy reduced the rate of short-time swelling whereas long-time swelling increased with UPy concentration and was attributed to UPy disrupting the native polymer structure. While the presence of UPy dramatically increased the viscosity, it does not form a percolated network at low UPy concentrations, suggesting that UPy's efficacy is reduced in the presence of water. In summary, by systematically studying several model polymers, this thesis exposes the degree to which reversibly binding side-groups can affect rheology, solid mechanics, and water sorption. The acquired knowledge can form a basis for materials design of future self-healing and shape-memory polymers, thermoplastic elastomers, and other field-responsive polymers"--Pages viii-ix.

Book Structure property Relationships in Polymers

Download or read book Structure property Relationships in Polymers written by E. H. Andrews and published by . This book was released on 1988 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Fundamentals  Properties  and Applications of Polymer Nanocomposites

Download or read book Fundamentals Properties and Applications of Polymer Nanocomposites written by Joseph H. Koo and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2016-10-31 with total page 719 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is focused primarily on polymer nanocomposites, based on the author's research experience as well as open literature. The environmental health and safety aspects of nanomaterials and polymer nanocomposites, risk assessment and safety standards, and fire toxicity of polymer nanocomposites, are studied. In the final chapter, a brief overview of opportunities, trends, and challenges of polymer nanocomposites are included. Throughout the book, the theme is developed that polymer nanocomposites are a whole family of polymeric materials whose properties are capable of being tailored to meet specific applications. This volume serves as a general introduction to students and researchers just entering the field and to scholars from other subfields seeking information.

Book Rubber Nanocomposites

Download or read book Rubber Nanocomposites written by Sabu Thomas and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-04-09 with total page 729 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rubber Nanocomposites: Preparation, Properties and Applications focuses on the preparation, characterization and properties of natural and synthetic rubber nanocomposites. The book carefully debates the preparation of unmodified and modified nanofillers, various manufacturing techniques of rubber nanocomposites, structure, morphology and properties of nanocomposites. The text reviews the processing; characterization and properties of 0-, 1D and 2D nanofiller reinforced rubber nanocomposites. It examines the polymer/filler interaction, i.e., the compatibility between matrix and filler using unmodified and modified nanofillers. The book also examines the applications of rubber nanocomposites in various engineering fields, which include tyre engineering. The book also examines the current state of the art, challenges and applications in the field of rubber nanocomposites. The handpicked selection of topics and expert contributions make this survey of rubber nanocomposites an outstanding resource for anyone involved in the field of polymer materials design. A handy "one stop" reference resource for important research accomplishments in the area of rubber nanocomposites. Covers the various aspects of preparation, characterization, morphology, properties and applications of rubber nanocomposites. Summarizes many of the recent technical research accomplishments in the area of nanocomposites, in a comprehensive manner It covers an up to date record on the major findings and observations in the field