Shaker K., Hafeez A. (eds.) Advanced Functional Polymers: Synthesis to Applications

Springer, 2023. — 378 p. — (Engineering Materials). — ISBN 978-981-99-0786-1.This book highlights different domains of functional polymers from membranes and coatings to composite materials. It includes their synthesis routes and techniques, characterization, properties, and applications. The book also provides the basics and advances about different functional polymers and composites with an up-to-date progress in the field of research and their application on a domestic and industrial scale.Introduction to “Advanced Functional Polymers: Synthesis to Applications”
Stereospecific Polymerization Techniques
Lamellar Membranes
Polymeric Paints and Coatings
Smart Polymers and Composites
Self-healing Elastomers
Synthetic-Origin Biodegradable Polymers
Bioinspired Polymer Composite Implants
Functional Polymers and Composites for Zero Gravity
Modern Characterization Techniques for Functional Polymers
Polymer Recycling Techniques