Handbook of Pyrrolidone and Caprolactam Based Materials: Synthesis, Characterization and Industrial Applications 6 Volume Set

The Handbook of Pyrrolidone and Caprolactam Based Materials is a comprehensive six-volume set that covers the chemistry, production, and applications of γ- and ε- lactams, including pyrrolidone and caprolactam. It provides a detailed overview of the field, targeting significant and recent trends in γ- and ε- lactam science and technology.

Format: Hardback
Length: 2592 pages
Publication date: 13 May 2021
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

This extensive, six-volume set delves into the vast technical realm of γ- and ε- lactams, providing a comprehensive review of their chemistry, unique properties, and numerous commercially significant applications. Spanning from synthesis to production and into various applications, this comprehensive work aims to capture significant and recent advancements in γ- and ε-lactam science and technology. It addresses all crucial aspects of pyrrolidone- and caprolactam-based materials, offering a definitive overview of the field.

In Volume One, the chemistry of small lactam-based molecules is explored, unveiling their distinctive characteristics. Volume Two delves into polymeric materials, encompassing polyvinyl pyrrolidone and polyvinyl caprolactam, and examines homopolymerization, copolymerization, controlled radical polymerization, and acrylate-based pyrrolidone polymerizations.

Volume Three delves into the physical chemistry and molecular interactions of pyrrolidone and caprolactam-based materials, shedding light on their behavior and properties. Volume Four builds upon the characterization theme from the third volume, providing detailed discussions of nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) and Fourier transform-infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy, thermal and mechanical properties, and imaging techniques.

Volume Five explores pharmaceutical applications in both ingredients and materials, highlighting their significance in the healthcare industry. Additionally, it explores the antimicrobial properties of pyrrolidone and caprolactam-based materials, emphasizing their potential in combating various infections.

This handbook serves as a valuable resource for researchers, scientists, and professionals in the fields of chemistry, materials science, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare. It provides a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of pyrrolidone and caprolactam-based materials, enabling them to leverage their unique properties for innovative applications and advancements.

Weight: 4616g
Dimension: 205 x 145 x 140 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781119468738