Polyurethane Nanocomposites

Design Formulations, Preparation, Characterization and Applications

Kalim Deshmukh, Mayank Pandey

• Publisher: Woodhead Publishing
• Year: 2025
• Topic: Technology & Engineering
• eBook ISBN:
  9780443299056
• Subtopic: Materials Science
• Index: Technology & Engineering

Polyurethane Nanocomposites: Design Formulations, Preparation, Characterization and Applications presents recent progress in this important area of research. The book covers the synthesis, processing, characterization, properties, and applications of these materials, along with their microstructural, mechanical, thermal, optical, electrical, dielectric, acoustic, morphological, rheological, and viscoelastic properties. In addition, nanofiller dispersion, polymer-nanofiller interaction, biodegradability, lifecycle assessment, environmental and health impacts, and disposal and recycling are covered in detail.This book is an outstanding reference resource for academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists, engineers, and anyone involved in the field of polyurethane nanocomposites utilized in a broad range of different applications. - Covers the fabrication, processing, characterization, functionalization, and applications of polyurethane nanocomposites - Discusses the influence of synthesis methods on the formation of polyurethane nanocomposites, the effect of nanofiller size and shape, and the dispersion state of various nanofillers in different polyurethane matrices - Provides the latest information on AI and machine learning to support materials' design, sustainability, multifunctionality, and innovative production technologies

Table of contents

• Title of Book
• 1 Polyurethanes: history, classifications, basic chemistry, structure, synthesis, characterizations, sustainability aspects, and applications
• 2 Polyurethane nanocomposites: synthesis methods, functionalization strategies, and fundamental properties
• 3 Microstructural, mechanical, and thermal properties of polyurethane nanocomposites
• 4 Morphological, rheological and viscoelastic properties of polyurethane nanocomposites
• 5 Electrical, dielectric, optical, and acoustic properties of polyurethane nanocomposites
• 6 Self-healing polyurethane nanocomposites
• 7 Flame-retardant polyurethane nanocomposites
• 8 Nanocomposites of waterborne polyurethane: recent advances, opportunities and challenges
• 9 Advances in nonisocyanate polyurethane nanocomposites: preparation, properties, and applications
• 10 Polyurethane nanocomposite foams for thermal insulations
• 11 Polyurethane nanocomposites for rechargeable batteries
• 12 Polyurethane nanocomposites for supercapacitor applications
• 13 Polyurethane nanocomposites for electromagnetic interference shielding applications
• 14 Polyurethane nanocomposites for sensing and detection of hazardous gases and volatile organic compounds
• 15 Polyurethane nanocomposite-based flexible strain and pressure sensors
• 16 Polyurethane nanocomposites for efficient removal of dyes and heavy metals from wastewater
• 17 Polyurethane nanocomposites for oil–water separation
• 18 Polyurethane nanocomposites for food packaging applications
• 19 Polyurethane nanocomposites for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine applications
• 20 Polyurethane nanocomposites based antibacterial, drug delivery, and wound dressing systems
• 21 Paints and coatings based on polyurethane nanocomposites: preparation, properties, and applications
• 22 3D/4D printing of polyurethane nanocomposites: recent advances, prospects, and challenges
• 23 Molecular modeling, simulations, and machine learning approaches of polyurethane nanocomposites
• 24 Biodegradability, life cycle assessment, toxicity, recycling and disposal, environmental and health impact of polyurethane nanocomposites
• Index