Shape Memory Polymers: Theory and Application

by: Hemjyoti Kalita (Author)

Publisher: De Gruyter

Edition: 1st

Publication Date: 2018/4/9

Language: English

Print Length: 150 pages

ISBN-10: 3110569329

ISBN-13: 9783110569322

Book Description

The basic principles and mechanism of shape memory polymers, classification of shape memory polymers, and related characterization techniques are illustrated. Furthermore, an overview of the broad spectrum of applications in various fields for shape memory polymer is presented. Special focus will be given to hyperbranched, blended, interpenetrating and bio-based shape memory polymers, as well as shape memory polymer nanocomposites.

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The basic principles and mechanism of shape memory polymers, classification of shape memory polymers, and related characterization techniques are illustrated. Furthermore, an overview of the broad spectrum of applications in various fields for shape memory polymer is presented. Special focus will be given to hyperbranched, blended, interpenetrating and bio-based shape memory polymers, as well as shape memory polymer nanocomposites.