Polymer composites: from nano- to macro-scale

Abstract

Nanocomposites Based on Semi-Rigid Chain Polymers (Polyimides) Contents 2.1 In Situ Generation of an Organosilicon Nanophase 2.2 Structural Characterization 2.3 Water Uptake 2.4 Thermomechanical Performance 2.5 Dielectric Properties 3 Conclusions 4 Acknowledgements 5 References Chapter 5 Layered SilicateIRubber Nanocomposites via Latex and Solution Intercalations 1 Concept of Nanoreinforcement 2 Production of RubberIClay Nanocomposites 2.1 Latex Intercalation 2.1.1Nanocomposites from Rubber Latex 2.1.2Nanocomposites from Latex Blends 2.1.3Radiation-Vulcanized NR Latex 2.2 Solvent-Assisted Intercalation 3 Future Issues 4 Acknowledgements 5 References Chapter 6 Property Improvements of an Epoxy Resin by Nanosilica Particle Reinforcement