Anthony L. Andrady

Science and Technology of Polymer Nanofibers

• Gebundenes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

Electrospun Nanofibers of Polymers presents the science and technology of electrospinning and compiles practical information on how to electrospin different polymer systems. The book surveys the diverse applications of polymer nanofibers and assesses their potential for near-term commercialization - including filters, fabric, sensors, catalysts, scaffolding, and wound dressings.

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Everything you need to know about polymer nanofibers--the science, technology, and applications

Discover new and emerging applications of polymer nanofibers alongside the basic underlying science and technology. With discussions exploring such practical applications as filters, fabrics, sensors, catalysts, scaffolding, drug delivery, and wound dressings, the book goes beyond a basic scholarly treatment to provide polymer scientists and engineers with a comprehensive, practical "how-to" reference. Moreover, the author offers an expert assessment of polymer nanofibers' near-term potential for commercialization.

Among the highlights of coverage is the book's presentation of the science and technology of electrospinning, including practical information on how to electrospin different polymer systems. Electrospinning introduces a new level of versatility and broader range of materials into the micro/nanofiber range. An old technology, electrospinning has been rediscovered, refined, and expanded into non-textile applications. The author shows how electrospinning is unique among nanofiber fabrication techniques in terms of process control, materials combinations, and the potential for scale-up.

Other key topics include:
_ Factors affecting nanofiber quality
_ Composite nanofibers
_ Physical applications of nanofibers
_ Characterization of nanofibers and mats
_ Biomedical applications of nanofibers

Throughout the book, the author tabulates and describes all the reliable data to guide experimenters in their selection of systems for their own nanofiber research and development projects. To discover the enormous potential of polymer nanofibers and advance your own research, rely on this reference as your essential guide to the field.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Wiley & Sons
• 1. Auflage
• Seitenzahl: 424
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. August 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 236mm x 155mm x 23mm
• Gewicht: 700g
• ISBN-13: 9780471790594
• ISBN-10: 0471790591
• Artikelnr.: 23333327

Autorenporträt

Anthony L. Andrady, PhD, is a Senior Research Scientist at Research Triangle Institute (RTI). He holds adjunct faculty positions at North Carolina State University (Department of Chemical Engineering) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (Department of Surgery). In his present position at RTI, he serves as Technical Manager of R&D for electrospinning of polymer nanofibers. Previously, he worked at Monsanto (Corporate R&D Center) and the University of Cincinnati Polymer Research Center. Dr. Andrady is a Fellow of both the Royal Society of Chemistry and the National College of Rubber Technology (London, England). He edited Plastics and the Environment (Wiley).