Erman B., Mark J.E. Structure and properties of rubberlike networks

Oxford University Press, 1997. — 383 p. — ISBN: 0-19-508237-0.
Rubber elasticity is an important sub-field of polymer science. This book is a sequel to the author's previous, more introductory book, Rubberlike Elasticity: A Molecular Primer (Wiley-Interscience, 1988). A more advanced text than its predecessor, subject areas are covered in greater depth and in a more sophisticated style, with an emphasis on molecular concepts and theories. It is expected that this comprehensive up-to-date text will replace the now classic book by L.R.G. Reloar, The Physics of Rubber Elasticity (Oxford, 1975) as a benchmark in the discipline.Overview and some fundamental information
Classical theories of rubber elasticity
Intermolecular Effects 1. The constrained-junction model
Intermolecular Effects 2. Constraints along network chains
Relationships between stress and strain
Swelling networks
Critical phenomena and phase transitions in gels
Calculations and simulations
Thermoelasticity
Model elastomers
Segmental orientation
Networks with semiflexible chains and networks exhibiting strain-induced crystallization
Networks having multimodal chain-length distributions
Small-angle neutron scattering
Bioelastomers
Multiphase systems
Appendixes