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Handbook of Surface Improvement and Modification contains information on several groups of additives and the modification processes which determine the surface properties of many materials. These additives can modify or improve scratch and mar resistance, improve gloss or flatten the surface, increase or decrease tack and inhibit staining. The mechanisms of damage, protection and property improvements are also discussed, making this an essential handbook for engineers, researchers and technicians interested in using additives to modify and improve the surface properties of materials. A companion book entitled Databook of Surface Modification Additives has also been published. It contains information and data on the additives commercially available to improve materials by the above-listed modifications. Both books do not repeat information. In this book, the focus is on the methods and mechanisms which are known to be responsible for the enhancement of material properties with the use of additives.
List of contents
1. Introduction2. Scratch and Mar Resistance3. Gloss Enhancement4. Surface Matting (Flattening) 5. Tack-free Surface6. Tackifiers7. Surface Tension and Wetting8. Easy Surface Cleaning and Stain Inhibition9. Water Repelling (Hydrophobization)10. Anti-cratering and Leveling11. The Coefficient of Friction
About the author
George Wypych has a Ph.D. in chemical engineering. His professional expertise includes both university teaching (full professor) and research and development. He has published 18 books, 47 scientific papers, and he has obtained 16 patents. He specializes in polymer additives, polymer processing and formulation, material durability and the development of sealants and coatings.
Summary
Surface appearance is one of the most important properties of many products. It must be tailored to the product needs which are frequently very different in various applications.
