This
note covers the following topics: Long molecular chains,
Rotational-Isomeric Flexibility Mechanism, Persistent Flexibility Mechanism,
Types of Polymer Molecules, Ideal Polymer Chain, Kuhn Segment of a Polymer
Chain, High Elasticity of Polymer Networks, Viscoelasticity of Polymer Fluids, Swelling and Collapse of Single Polymer Molecules and Gels,
Tools to Characterize and Study Polymers, Statistical Physics of Polyelectrolytes.
This note covers the entire syllabi of Veer Surendra Sai University
of Technology (VSSUT) various basic as well as advanced topics of polymer
chemistry. It introduces classes of polymers, which discuss the differences
between thermoplastics and thermosetting polymers, and discusses natural versus
synthetic polymers. This note will be covering organic and inorganic polymers
with special emphasis on cis-trans isomerism and the glass transition
temperature. The notes also elaborate on significant features such as
crystallinity in polymers, step polymerization or polycondensation and kinetics
of polymerization without strong catalysts. Molecular weight control of linear
polymerization receives major emphasis and is thus a useful reference for
students and for professionals who need to study synthesis structure, and
properties of polymers, in detail.
Author(s): Veer Surendra Sai University of
Technology
This Wikipedia
resource provides an overview of the most common synthetic polymers; namely,
low-density polyethylene (LDPE), high-density polyethylene (HDPE), polypropylene
(PP), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polystyrene (PS), nylon, and others. The
resource outlines the general properties of these polymers, its uses, and
production methods with more attention on their wide applications in daily life.
This guide would serve as an excellent resource to the understanding of the
synthetic polymer industry and the key materials that are integral to modern
manufacturing, packaging, and electronics. It is a quick one-stop reference that
scholars can use.
The resource provided by Seoul National University has deep
insight into the physical and structural properties of polymers. Text here
covers different states through which polymers go: rubbery, molten, and
crystalline states, in addition to discussing crystallization processes and
polymer morphology. This resource covers the ways molecular structure affects
the material's physical properties and behavior. Topics include conformation,
real chain structures, and the glassy state with substantial detail in how
polymers operate under various conditions. This sourcebook is indispensible
reading for anyone investigating the structural-functional relation in advanced
polymer science.
Another source from Seoul National University, this book
discusses mechanical and physical properties of polymers, a focus being on how
molecular structure affects performance. Included topics are small vs. large
molecules, shapes of molecules, and the study of polymer morphology. This
resource also covers polymer blends and copolymers on how structure and
composition may change the overall properties of materials. I find this resource
informative about techniques used in testing polymers, such as physical testing
methods, and really is a great guide for whosoever might want to understand the
material science behind polymer engineering, blends, and their mechanical
properties.