Polymer Glasses

The book provides a comprehensive overview of molecular level insights into polymer glasses in confined geometries and under deformation, covering commonalities across different types of glass formers and leading to treatments for polymer glasses with first-principle based approaches and molecular level detail. It is valuable for both newcomers to the field and mature active researchers.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 556 pages
Publication date: 31 March 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The present book, "Molecular Level Insights into Polymer Glasses in Confined Geometries and under Deformation," is a valuable resource for both newcomers to the field and mature active researchers. It offers a coherent and timely introduction to modern approaches, ideas, results, emerging understanding, and numerous open questions in the fascinating field of polymer glasses, supercooled liquids, and thin films.

Polymer glasses have become essential in our daily lives, from eyeglass lenses to aquarium tanks, offering advantages over glass in terms of weight, ease of manufacture, and transparency. This book provides a comprehensive overview of molecular level insights into polymer glasses in confined geometries and under deformation.

The book begins with an introduction to the field, followed by state-of-the-art investigations. Chapters delve into studies of commonalities across different types of glass formers, including polymers, small molecules, colloids, and granular materials. The authors demonstrate how glass formers are modeled across different systems, leading to treatments for polymer glasses with first-principle-based approaches and molecular level detail.

Readers across disciplines will benefit from this topical overview, summarizing the key areas of polymer glasses, along with an introduction to the main principles and approaches.

The book is organized into five sections: Introduction, State of the Art Investigations, Commonalities across Different Types of Glass Formers, Modeling of Glass Formers, and Treatments for Polymer Glasses. Each section is further divided into chapters, providing a comprehensive and in-depth exploration of the topics covered.

In the Introduction, the authors provide a brief history of polymer glasses and their applications. They discuss the challenges associated with studying polymer glasses and the need for molecular level insights.

The State of the Art Investigations section includes chapters on the structure, dynamics, and properties of polymer glasses. The authors discuss the various experimental techniques used to study polymer glasses, including X-ray diffraction, neutron scattering, and molecular dynamics simulations. They also highlight recent advances in the field, such as the development of new glass formers and the study of glass formation in confined geometries.

The Commonalities across Different Types of Glass Formers section explores the similarities and differences between different types of glass formers. The authors discuss the role of molecular structure, intermolecular interactions, and thermodynamic properties in determining the glass formation behavior of polymers. They also highlight the importance of glass formation in the development of new materials and technologies.

The Modeling of Glass Formers section focuses on the development of theoretical models for glass formation. The authors discuss the various models used to describe the glass transition, including the free volume theory, the random first-order transition theory, and the mode-coupling theory. They also discuss the challenges associated with modeling glass formation and the need for more accurate models.

The Treatments for Polymer Glasses section discusses the various methods used to improve the properties of polymer glasses. The authors discuss the use of additives, fillers, and nanocomposites to enhance the mechanical, thermal, and optical properties of polymer glasses. They also highlight the importance of understanding the glass formation process in order to develop effective treatments.

In conclusion, "Molecular Level Insights into Polymer Glasses in Confined Geometries and under Deformation" is a valuable resource for both newcomers to the field and mature active researchers. It provides a coherent and timely introduction to modern approaches, ideas, results, emerging understanding, and numerous open questions in the fascinating field of polymer glasses, supercooled liquids, and thin films. The book is organized into five sections, each of which is further divided into chapters, providing a comprehensive and in-depth exploration of the topics covered. Whether you are a researcher, engineer, or student, this book will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to advance your understanding of polymer glasses and their applications.

Weight: 1057g
Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367782436