Micro- and Nanostructured Epoxy Thermosetting Polymer Blends and their Nanocomposites

Micro- and Nanostructured Epoxy Thermosetting Polymer Blends and their Nanocomposites provides an in-depth overview of the existing knowledge on nanostructured thermoset blends and nanocomposites, from the basic concepts of synthesis and design to their applications as toughening, viscoelastic and thermally stable materials. The book begins with a detailed description of epoxy and block copolymers, and then reviews the morphology and toughening mechanism of various block copolymers and nanoparticles. The following chapters feature several epoxy/block copolymer blends and their mixture of nanocomposites, providing detailed descriptions of possible synthesis, viscoelastic properties, thermal stability, rheology, surface properties, and mechanical properties. The final chapters offer insights into the future directions of this rapidly evolving field. This is a valuable reference tool for both the research community and industry professionals wanting to learn about these materials and the development of highly toughened micro and nanostructured high-performance materials.

• The most comprehensive coverage of the state of the art in nanostructured thermoset blends and their nanocomposites, from synthesis and design to opportunities and applications
• Highlights latest experimental and theoretical studies on epoxy-block copolymer blends and blend nanocomposites
• Integrates fundamentals with real-world applications