Reactive Polymer Blending (progress In Polymer Processing)

Types of Reactive Polymers which Have Been InvestigatedChemistry of Compatibilization ReactionsIn-Situ Interfacial Reactions - Kinetics and Interfacial ThicknessMolecular Architecture of Reactive Compatibilizing PolymersEffects of Interfacial Reactions on Phase Morphology DevelopmentEffects of Rheology on Phase Morphology DevelopmentPhase Inversions in BlendingRole of Mixing Mechanisms and Devices in Reactive BlendingExtruders Used in Reactive BlendingOne-Step and Two-Step Reactive Blending ProcessesReactive Blending of PolyamidesPrinciples and Examples of TougheningReactive Blend Compatibilization Using Small Molecules Much enabling technology is required to produce commercially viable blends including compatibilization chemistry, blend rheology, process equipment and morphology control. This volume is particularly suitable for students as a graduate level textbook and for practitioners trying to optimize these products and processes.