Aging and Degradation of Polymer Nanocomposites

Md Amir Sohel, Asmita SenGupta, Sabu Thomas

• Publisher: Woodhead Publishing
• Year: 2025
• Topic: Technology & Engineering
• eBook ISBN:
  9780443288654
• Subtopic: Materials Science
• Index: Technology & Engineering

Aging and Degradation of Polymer Nanocomposites offers an in-depth look into the aging and degradation processes of polymer nanocomposites. The book meticulously details the mechanisms and implications of these processes for the design, development, and application of these materials. By exploring the effects of environmental conditions like heat and moisture, mechanical stress, and chemical reactions, the book provides crucial insights necessary for researchers and engineers. In addition to analyzing the role of nanofillers and their impact on various properties, the book discusses techniques to study aging and degradation, including analytical methods, simulations, and experimental analysis.Mitigation strategies such as additives, stabilizers, surface treatments, and protective coatings are also covered. This resource is invaluable for academics, researchers, and industry professionals engaged in polymer science and engineering. - Covers all aspects of aging and degradation mechanisms in polymer nanocomposites - Discusses different factors that contribute to these effects, along with mitigation strategies and recycling - Covers time dependent properties, the role of nanofillers, environmental factors, mechanical stress, modifications, and both physical and chemical aging - Includes analytical methods, simulations, and experimental analysis studies

Table of contents

• Title of Book
• 1. Introduction to polymer nanocomposites
• 2. Fundamentals of aging and degradation of polymer nanocomposites
• 3. Experimental techniques for probing physical aging of polymer nanocomposites
• 4. Physical aging of polymers and polymer nanocomposites
• 5. Physical aging of biopolymers and their nanocomposites
• 6. Accelerated aging of polymer nanocomposites
• 7. Chemical aging and degradation of polymers and polymer nanocomposites
• 8. Thermal and thermo-oxidative degradation of polymer nanocomposites
• 9. Hydrothermal degradation of polymer nanocomposites
• 10. Mechanical degradation of polymer nanocomposites
• 11. Ion irradiation-induced degradation mechanisms in polymer nanocomposites
• 12. Environmental degradation of polymer nanocomposites
• 13. Catalytic degradation of polymers and polymer nanocomposites
• 14. Biodegradation of polymer nanocomposites
• 15. Strategies for improving aging and degradation resistance in polymer nanocomposites
• 16. Lifetime prediction of polymer nanocomposites through degradation study
• 17. Upcycling of polymer nanocomposites through degradation mechanism
• 18. Conclusions and future directions in the study of aging and degradation of polymeric materials
• Index