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Phenolic Resins: Synthesis, Modifications, Properties, and Applications brings together cutting-edge research to explore the versatile nature of phenolic resin materials. This comprehensive resource delves into the synthesis, processing, and characterization of phenolic resins, shedding light on their potential for advanced applications. The book also emphasizes greener and sustainable approaches, such as using biomass and waste, while analyzing lifecycle impacts. Perfect for researchers and professionals, it bridges the gap between academic advancements and industrial applications, offering innovative solutions for engineering, materials science, and polymer chemistry.
The book provides detailed insights into alternative resins to replace traditional phenol formaldehyde, along with in-depth chapters on degradation studies and lifecycle analyses. It is an invaluable resource for those in polymer science, civil and plastics engineering, and automotive and aerospace industries. By merging theoretical knowledge with practical applications, the text ensures readers are well-equipped to innovate and optimize phenolic resin technologies. From composites to nanocomposites, this guide is essential for researchers, R&D professionals, and advanced students aiming to explore the forefront of phenolic resin advancements.
List of contents
1. Phenolic resins: state of the art, new challenges, and opportunities
2. Synthesis of resole and novolac phenolic resin
3. Synthesis of water soluble phenolic resin
4. Synthesis of oil soluble phenolic resins
5. Bio-mass derived phenolic resins
6. Substitution of phenol formaldehyde by novel synthetic resins - their performance and applications
7. Graphitization of phenolic resin
8. Mesoporous phenolic resin
9. Phenolic resin moulding methods
10. Phenolic resin based activated carbon
11. Toughening of phenolic resins
12. Boron modified phenoilc resins and properties
13. Cardanol modified phenolic resin
14. Phenolic resin from waste materials
15. Elastomer modified phenolic resin
16. Curing characteristics of phenolic resins
17. Structural characterization of phenolic resin
18. Morphology of phenolic resins
19. Fracture toughness of phenolic resins
20. Thermal characteristics of phenolic resins
21. Mechanical properties of phenolic resins
22. Adhesive property of phenolic resins
23. Rheological property of phenolic resin
24. Industrial applications of phenolic resins
25. Phenolic resin for high performance super capacitor application
26. Versatile applications of phenolic resins
27. Degradation of phenolic resin
28. Life cycle analysis of phenolic resins
About the author
Dr. Sandhya P.K. is an Assistant Professor at the Postgraduate Research Department of Chemistry, Sree Sankara College, Kalady, Kerala, India. She received her Master of Philosophy in Chemistry in 2009 at the same university. She has published several articles in international journals, presented her work at various international and national conferences, and co-authored multiple book chapters. Dr. Sandhya’s research interests include the synthesis of nanomaterials such as graphene, phenol-formaldehyde resin based nanocomposites, and foams.Dr. M.S. Sreekala is an Assistant Professor at the Postgraduate Research Department of Chemistry, Sree Sankara College Kalady, India. An active researcher in the field of polymer science and technology, she has edited 6 books, and has over 50 research publications to her name. Dr. Sreekala received the prestigious Alexander von Humboldt (AvH) post-doctoral fellowship from the Humboldt Foundation, Bonn, Germany, and conducted research at the Institute for Composite Materials, University of Kaiserslautern, Germany. She was awarded the JSPS post-doctoral fellowship from Japan Society for Promotion of Science, Tokyo, Japan, and conducted research at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Yamaguchi University, Japan.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.
