This book guides readers from the principles of polymer grafting and crosslinking to methodologies, and on to end-use applications. It uses step-by-step explanations to demonstrate the advantages of grafting and crosslinking to modify polymer materials for specific functional requirements, and shows how this can be achieved economically and without the need for developing entirely new materials. The book's early chapters provide a solid foundation in the basic science and methodologies of grafting and crosslinking, and goes on to review a broad array of real-world industrial applications.

From the Preface: “We are fortunate to have the opportunity to edit a book in the grafting and crosslinking arena. While several excellent books on polymers are available, our experience in research over the years has revealed the need for a book which emphasizes the basics as well as applied orientation for beginners and those who want to increase their knowledge. An attempt has been made to present the subject lucidly by adopting a non-mathematical approach. The book covers various mechanistic methods, kinetic factors, analytical evidence, and diverse applications...”

Target Audience: Polymer chemists, surface chemists and physicists, membrane scientists, and students concerned with polymer grafting and crosslinking.

Table of Contents:

Introduction

Basic Features and Techniques

Mechanism and Kinetics

Analytical Evidence

Broader Spectrum: Examples

In the Biomedical Arena

In Textiles

In Automobiles

In Cable Technology

In Separation and Purification

In Coatings, Adhesives, and Laminates

In Commodity Plastics

Future Directions

Index