Polyurethane Shape Memory Polymers

Author : W.M. Huang
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1439838011
Total Pages : 374 pages
Book Rating : 4.13/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Polyurethane Shape Memory Polymers written by W.M. Huang and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2011-09-08 with total page 374 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shape memory polymers (SMPs) are some of the most important and valuable engineering materials developed in the last 25 years. These fascinating materials demonstrate remarkably versatile properties-including capacity for actuation and stimulus responsiveness-that are enabling technologists to develop applications used to explore everything from th

Author : L Yahia
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0857097059
Total Pages : 325 pages
Book Rating : 4.57/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Shape Memory Polymers for Biomedical Applications written by L Yahia and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2015-03-19 with total page 325 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shape memory polymers (SMPs) are an emerging class of smart polymers which give scientists the ability to process the material into a permanent state and predefine a second temporary state which can be triggered by different stimuli. The changing chemistries of SMPs allows scientists to tailor important properties such as strength, stiffness, elasticity and expansion rate. Consequently SMPs are being increasingly used and developed for minimally invasive applications where the material can expand and develop post insertion. This book will provide readers with a comprehensive review of shape memory polymer technologies. Part 1 will discuss the fundamentals and mechanical aspects of SMPs. Chapters in part 2 will look at the range of technologies and materials available for scientific manipulation whilst the final set of chapters will review applications. Reviews the fundamentals of shape memory polymers with chapters focussing on the basic principles of the materials Comprehensive coverage of design and mechanical aspects of SMPs Expert analysis of the range of technologies and materials available for scientific manipulation

Author : Jinlian Hu
Publisher : Smithers Rapra
ISBN 13 : 1909030333
Total Pages : 326 pages
Book Rating : 4.36/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Shape Memory Polymers written by Jinlian Hu and published by Smithers Rapra. This book was released on 2014-05-27 with total page 326 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shape-memory polymers (SMP) are a unique branch of the smart materials family which are capable of changing shape on-demand upon exposure to external stimulus. The discovery of SMP made a significant breakthrough in the developments of novel smart materials for a variety of engineering applications, superseded the traditional materials, and also influenced the current methods of product designing. This book provides the latest advanced information of on-going research domains of SMP. This will certainly enlighten the reader to the achievements and tremendous potentials of SMP. The basic fundamentals of SMP, including shape-memory mechanisms and mechanics are described. This will aid reader to become more familiar with SMP and the basic concepts, thus guiding them in undergoing independent research in the SMP field. The book also provides the reader with associated challenges and existing application problems of SMP. This could assist the reader to focus more on these issues and further exploit their knowledge to look for innovative solutions. Future outlooks of SMP research are discussed as well. This book should prove to be extremely useful for academics, R&D managers, researcher scientists, engineers, and all others related to the SMP research.

Author : Jinlian Hu
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 184569306X
Total Pages : 361 pages
Book Rating : 4.60/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Shape Memory Polymers and Textiles written by Jinlian Hu and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2007-04-30 with total page 361 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shape memory polymers (SMPs) are smart materials that, as a result of an external stimulus such as temperature, can change from a temporary deformed shape back to an original shape. SMPs are finding an increasing use in such areas as clothing where they respond dynamically to changes in heat and moisture levels, ensuring greater comfort for the wearer. Shape memory polymers and textiles provides an authoritative and comprehensive review of these important new materials and their applications. After an introductory chapter on the concept and definition of shape memory materials, the book reviews methods for synthesising, characterising and modelling SMPs. It goes on to consider the properties of particular materials such as shape memory polyurethane and environmentally-sensitive polymer gels. The book concludes by assessing potential applications such as wrinkle-free fabrics and smart fabrics providing improved protection and comfort for the wearer. Shape memory polymers and textiles is a valuable guide to R&D staff in such areas as textile apparel in developing a new generation of smart textiles and other products. Reviews the structure, synthesis and preparation of shape memory polymers Assesses methods for analysing and modelling shape memory properties An authoritative overview of particular fibres such as shape memory polyurethane (SMPU)

Author : Gyaneshwar Tandon
Publisher : DEStech Publications, Inc
ISBN 13 : 1605951188
Total Pages : 675 pages
Book Rating : 4.88/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Shape Memory Polymers for Aerospace Applications written by Gyaneshwar Tandon and published by DEStech Publications, Inc. This book was released on 2015-11-20 with total page 675 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shape memory polymer chemistry and design for active materials and morphing structuresCovers shape memory in polymers, alloys and composites, including models and testing Essential equations for analysis of the structure, behavior and properties of SMPsMany graphs and figures in full color A technical analysis of shape-memory polymers (SMPs) and their composites, particularly in adaptive materials, this volume introduces designs linking SMPs to metals, elastomers, foams, nanoparticles and other materials, as well as the engineering of SMPs directly into parts and active (morphing) components. Attention is given to controlled structures activated by light, heat, electricity and other energy sources, as well as the connection of SMPs with actuators. Part one discusses the activation and analysis of the shape memory response, including shape recovery. Subsequent chapters offer modeling and other tools for investigating the SMP response, including shape recovery. Part three combines the response with micro- and macro-scale reinforcing phases for producing SMP composites, and the following section discusses synthetic and nanostructured customization of the shape memory polymer response. The final section focuses on specific SMP concepts in aircraft, including morphing skins, wings, unimorph composite actuators for deployment, and variable stiffness elements.

Author : Faris Yılmaz
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN 13 : 9535135457
Total Pages : 224 pages
Book Rating : 4.56/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Aspects of Polyurethanes written by Faris Yılmaz and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2017-09-27 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Polyurethanes are formed by reacting a polyol (an alcohol with more than two reactive hydroxyl groups per molecule) with a diisocyanate or a polymeric isocyanate in the presence of suitable catalysts and additives. Because a variety of diisocyanates and a wide range of polyols can be used to produce polyurethane, a broad spectrum of materials can be produced to meet the needs of specific applications. During World War II, a widespread use of polyurethanes was first seen, when they were used as a replacement for rubber, which at that time was expensive and hard to obtain. During the war, other applications were developed, largely involving coatings of different kinds, from airplane finishes to resistant clothing. Subsequent decades saw many further developments and today we are surrounded by polyurethane applications in every aspect of our everyday lives. While polyurethane is a product that most people are not overly familiar with, as it is generally "hidden" behind covers or surfaces made of other materials, it would be hard to imagine life without polyurethanes.

Author : Jyotishkumar Parameswaranpillai
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 9811385742
Total Pages : 329 pages
Book Rating : 4.42/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Shape Memory Polymers, Blends and Composites written by Jyotishkumar Parameswaranpillai and published by Springer. This book was released on 2019-07-01 with total page 329 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores the recent advances in the field of shape memory polymers, whose ease of manufacturing and wide range of potential applications have spurred interest in the field. The book presents details about the synthesis, processing, characterization, and applications of shape memory polymers, their blends and composites. It provides a correlation of physical properties of shape memory polymers with macro, micro and nano structures. The contents of this book will be of interest to researchers across academia and industry.

Author : Hemjyoti Kalita
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
ISBN 13 : 3110570173
Total Pages : 150 pages
Book Rating : 4.75/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Shape Memory Polymers written by Hemjyoti Kalita and published by Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG. This book was released on 2018-03-19 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The basic principles and mechanism of shape memory polymers, classification of shape memory polymers, and related characterization techniques are illustrated. Furthermore, an overview of the broad spectrum of applications in various fields for shape memory polymer is presented. Special focus will be given to hyperbranched, blended, interpenetrating and bio-based shape memory polymers, as well as shape memory polymer nanocomposites.

Author : Manzoor Ahmad
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9783659684623
Total Pages : 148 pages
Book Rating : 4.27/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Smart Polyurethane Shape Memory Polymers written by Manzoor Ahmad and published by . This book was released on 2018-09-26 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Guozheng Kang
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119180805
Total Pages : 320 pages
Book Rating : 4.07/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Cyclic Plasticity of Engineering Materials written by Guozheng Kang and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2017-05-01 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New contributions to the cyclic plasticity of engineering materials Written by leading experts in the field, this book provides an authoritative and comprehensive introduction to cyclic plasticity of metals, polymers, composites and shape memory alloys. Each chapter is devoted to fundamentals of cyclic plasticity or to one of the major classes of materials, thereby providing a wide coverage of the field. The book deals with experimental observations on metals, composites, polymers and shape memory alloys, and the corresponding cyclic plasticity models for metals, polymers, particle reinforced metal matrix composites and shape memory alloys. Also, the thermo-mechanical coupled cyclic plasticity models are discussed for metals and shape memory alloys. Key features: Provides a comprehensive introduction to cyclic plasticity Presents Macroscopic and microscopic observations on the ratchetting of different materials Establishes cyclic plasticity constitutive models for different materials. Analysis of cyclic plasticity in engineering structures. This book is an important reference for students, practicing engineers and researchers who study cyclic plasticity in the areas of mechanical, civil, nuclear, and aerospace engineering as well as materials science.