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Aging and Degradation of Polymer Nanocomposites offers an in-depth look into the aging and degradation processes of polymer nanocomposites. The book meticulously details the mechanisms and implications of these processes for the design, development, and application of these materials. By exploring the effects of environmental conditions like heat and moisture, mechanical stress, and chemical reactions, the book provides crucial insights necessary for researchers and engineers. In addition to analyzing the role of nanofillers and their impact on various properties, the book discusses techniques to study aging and degradation, including analytical methods, simulations, and experimental analysis.
Mitigation strategies such as additives, stabilizers, surface treatments, and protective coatings are also covered. This resource is invaluable for academics, researchers, and industry professionals engaged in polymer science and engineering.
List of contents
1. Introduction to Polymer Nanocomposites
2. Fundamentals of Aging and Degradation of Polymer Nanocomposites
3. Physical Aging of Polymers and Polymer Nanocomposites
4. Theoretical Modelling and Simulation of Physical Aging in Polymer Nanocomposites
5. Experimental Techniques for Probing Physical Aging of Polymer Nanocomposites
6. Physical Aging of Amorphous Polymers and their Nanocomposites
7. Physical Aging of Biopolymers and their Nanocomposites
8. Physical Aging of Polymer Blends and their Nanocomposites
9. Accelerated Aging of Polymer Nanocomposites
10. Chemical Aging and Degradation of Polymers and Polymer Nanocomposites
11. Experimental Techniques for Studying Chemical Aging and Degradation of Polymer Nanocomposites
12. Thermal and Thermo-oxidative degradation of Polymer Nanocomposites
13. Hydrothermal Degradation of Polymer Nanocomposites
14. Mechanical Degradation of Polymer Nanocomposites
15. Ion-irradiation Degradation of Polymer Nanocomposites
16. Radiation Degradation of Polymer Nanocomposites
17. Environmental Degradation of Polymer Nanocomposites
18. Catalytic Degradation of Polymer Nanocomposites
19. Biodegradation of Polymer Nanocomposites
20. Strategies for Improving Aging and Degradation Resistance in Polymer Nanocomposites
21. Lifetime Prediction of Polymer Nanocomposites through Degradation Study
22. Upcycling of Polymer Nanocomposites through Degradation Mechanism
23. Conclusions and Future Directions in the study of Aging and Degradation of Polymeric Materials
About the author
Md Amir Sohel is a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Department of Nuclear and Quantum Engineering, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, Daejeon, South Korea. His research involves physical aging, degradation, and free volume analysis of polymeric and energy-related materials using positron annihilation spectroscopy, with current interests in polymer nanocomposites and irradiation effects on materials for energy storage.Asmita SenGupta is a Retired Professor and Head, Department of Physics, Visva-Bharati, Santiniketan, India. Her main research interests lie in polymer physics, biopolymers, nanocomposites, semiconductors, metals, and radiation physics, with substantial experience in performing positron experiments in various materials.
Sabu Thomas is a Professor and Director of the International and Interuniversity Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala, India. Professor Thomas is internationally recognized for his contributions to polymer science and engineering, with his research interests encompassing polymer nanocomposites, elastomers, polymer blends, interpenetrating polymer networks, polymer membranes, green composites, nanocomposites, nanomedicine, and green nanotechnology. His groundbreaking inventions in polymer nanocomposites, polymer blends, green bionanotechnology, and nano-biomedical sciences have significantly advanced the development of new materials for the automotive, space, housing, and biomedical fields.
