Wiley. 2011. 481 p.
The only comprehensive reference covering the properties, synthesis and applications of hyperbranched polymers.
Helps the reader gain a better understanding of irregular branching and its relationship to a polymer's properties and potential applications, aiding in the design of highly functional materials.
Covers the important theoretical aspects of the topic, as well as summarizing available techniques for characterizing these polymers.
Compares hyperbranched polymers with conventional linear polymeric materials as well as perfectly branched dendrimers.
Includes perspectives on future challenges in the synthesis and use of hyperbranched polymers in functional materials.
Contents
Promising Dendritic Materials: An Introduction to Hyperbranched Polymers
Polycondensation of ABx Monomers
Synthesis of Hyperbranched Polymers via Polymerization of Functionally Symmetric Monomer Pairs
Synthesis of Hyperbranched Polymers via Polymerization of Asymmetric Monomer Pairs
Self-Condensing Vinyl Polymerization
Ring-Opening Multibranching Polymerization
Hyperbranched Copolymers Synthesized by Cocondensation and Radical Copolymerization
Convergent Synthesis of Hyperbranched Polymers and Related Approaches
Hyperbranched and Dendritic Polyolefins Prepared by Transition Metal Catalyzed Polymerization
Hyperbranched ?-Conjugated Polymers
Degree of Branching (DB)
Influence of Branching Architecture on Polymer Properties
Kinetic Theory of Hyperbranched Polymerization
Grafting and Surface Properties of Hyperbranched Polymers
Biological and Medical Applications of Hyperbranched Polymers
Applications of Hyperbranched Polymers in Coatings, as Additives, and in Nanotechnology
Conclusions and Perspective: Toward Hyperbranched/Dendritic States
The only comprehensive reference covering the properties, synthesis and applications of hyperbranched polymers.
Helps the reader gain a better understanding of irregular branching and its relationship to a polymer's properties and potential applications, aiding in the design of highly functional materials.
Covers the important theoretical aspects of the topic, as well as summarizing available techniques for characterizing these polymers.
Compares hyperbranched polymers with conventional linear polymeric materials as well as perfectly branched dendrimers.
Includes perspectives on future challenges in the synthesis and use of hyperbranched polymers in functional materials.
Contents
Promising Dendritic Materials: An Introduction to Hyperbranched Polymers
Polycondensation of ABx Monomers
Synthesis of Hyperbranched Polymers via Polymerization of Functionally Symmetric Monomer Pairs
Synthesis of Hyperbranched Polymers via Polymerization of Asymmetric Monomer Pairs
Self-Condensing Vinyl Polymerization
Ring-Opening Multibranching Polymerization
Hyperbranched Copolymers Synthesized by Cocondensation and Radical Copolymerization
Convergent Synthesis of Hyperbranched Polymers and Related Approaches
Hyperbranched and Dendritic Polyolefins Prepared by Transition Metal Catalyzed Polymerization
Hyperbranched ?-Conjugated Polymers
Degree of Branching (DB)
Influence of Branching Architecture on Polymer Properties
Kinetic Theory of Hyperbranched Polymerization
Grafting and Surface Properties of Hyperbranched Polymers
Biological and Medical Applications of Hyperbranched Polymers
Applications of Hyperbranched Polymers in Coatings, as Additives, and in Nanotechnology
Conclusions and Perspective: Toward Hyperbranched/Dendritic States