Handbook of Vinyl Polymers Radical Polymerization & Technology

Radical polymerization is one of the most widely used means of producing vinyl polymers, supporting a myriad of commercial uses. Maintaining the quality of the critically acclaimed first edition, the Handbook of Vinyl Polymers: Radical Polymerization, Process, and Technology, Second Editionprovides a fully updated, single-volume source on the chemistry, technology,and applications of vinyl polymers.Emphasizes radical initiating systems and mechanisms of action...Written by renowned researchers in the field, this handbook is primarily concerned with the physical and organic chemistry of radical vinyl polymerization. The authors survey the most recent advances, processing methods, technologies, and applications of free radical vinyl polymerization. The book features thorough coverage of polymer functionalization, photo initiation, block and graft copolymers, and polymer composites.Analyzes living/controlled radical polymerization, one of the latest developments in the field...Combining fundamental aspects with the latest advances, processing methods, and applications in free radical vinyl polymerization and polymer technology, this invaluable reference provides a unified, in-depth, and innovative perspective of radical vinyl polymerization.Mishra, Munmaya K. is the author of 'Handbook of Vinyl Polymers Radical Polymerization & Technology', published 2007 under ISBN 9780824725952 and ISBN 0824725956.