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This book describes industrial applications of polyolefins from the researchers' perspective. Polyolefins constitute today arguably the most important class of polymers and polymeric materials for widespread industrial applications. This book summarizes the present state of the art. Starting from fundamental aspects, such as the polymerization techniques to synthesize polyolefins, the book introduces the topic. Basic knowledge about polyolefin composites and blends is explained, before applications aspects in different industry sectors are discussed. The spectrum comprises a wide range of applications and industry sectors, such as the packaging and food industry, the textile industry, automotive and buildings, and even biomedical applications. Topics, which are addressed in the various chapters, comprise synthesis and processing of the materials; their classification; mechanical, physical and technical requirements and properties; their characterization; and many more. In the end of the book, even the disposal, degradation and recycling of polyolefins are addressed, and light is shed on their commercial significance and economic value. In this way, the book follows the entire 'lifetime' of polyolefin compounds and materials: from their synthesis and processing, over applications, to the recycling and reuse of disposed or degraded polyolefin substrates.

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Author:   Mariam Al-Ali AlMa'adeed ,  Igor Krupa
Publisher:   Springer International Publishing AG
Imprint:   Springer International Publishing AG
Edition:   Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2016
Dimensions:   Width: 15.50cm , Height: 1.90cm , Length: 23.50cm
Weight:   0.557kg
ISBN:  

9783319798714

ISBN 10:   3319798715
Pages:   354
Publication Date:   30 March 2018
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

Introduction.- Polyolefins – the history and economic impact.- Olefin Polymerization.- Processing Techniques for Polyolefins.- Polyolefin Blends.- Polyolefin Composites and  Nano-Composites.- Polyolefin in the Packaging and Food Industry.- Polyolefin Adhesion Modifications.- Polyolefins in Textiles and Non-wovens.- Biomedical Applications of Polyolefins.- Polyolefins in Automotive Industry.- Polyolefins: From Thermal and Oxidative Degradation to Ignition and Burning.- Recycling of Polyolefin Materials.- Oxo-biodegradable Plastics: What They Are and To What They Serve – Present Status and Future Perspectives.

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