Design of Functional Polymer Nanocomposites

In the research and development of polymer nanocomposites, the interface and interphase reactions of different constituents is extremely important. They play a vital role in introducing additional features and in the final resultant properties of the nanocomposite. In addition, final properties are also dependent upon the bond behaviour, and the reaction and the interface created between the two constituents. Compatibilization behaviour is also extremely important in relation to the final functionality and structure. Design of Functional Polymer Nanocomposites: Interface and Interphase Reactions, Compatibilization and Bond Behavior, and Functionalization Procedures reviews the latest developments in this fast-moving research field. It discusses interface and interphase interactions in polymer nanocomposites, as well as compatibilization behaviour and different functionalization procedures. It illustrates how each of these essential tools can be used in the design of new polymer nanocomposites for a broad range of different industrial-scale applications.