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An Introduction to Conductive Polymer Composites
Author
iPolycond Consortium
This book is derived from the findings of an EU-funded project.Tthe objective of the project was to develop conductive plastic
composites that are eco-friendly, cost effective and of high added value. This was achieved through an ambitious multidisciplinary
approach developing new, radically innovative, knowledge-based and sustainable products for protection against the effects of
electromagnetic interference (EMI) and electrostatic discharge (ESD).
Research was based on the compounding of engineering polymers and inherently conductive polymers (ICP) with improved
conductivity, or hybrid systems of ICP with conductive nanotubes and other fibrous conductors. Innovative processing technologies
specifically tailored to the new materials were also developed. The project aimed to dramatically extend the current performance
and processability of ICP and alternative materials to enable significant replacement of metals in EMI shielding and ESD
protection applications.
This book will benefit plastics converters who wish to take full advantage of the potential of conductive plastic materials.
PUBLICATION DATE: OCTOBER 2011
FORMAT: Paperback ISBN: 9781847355898 GB: £50 US: $85 EU: €65
FORMAT: Hardback ISBN: 9781847355881 GB: £75 US: $125 EU: €95
FORMAT: eBOOK ISBN: 9781847355904 GB: £75 US: $125 EU: €95
Handbook of Polymers in Paper Conservation
This book describes the latest developments in paper conservation by using polymeric materials. A short introduction on polymer
chemistry is given to highlight the polymer characteristics and properties. The book is then dedicated to the conservative
problems and issues in the field of paper artworks.
This practical book identifies the importance of each type of polymer, related to its nature and properties, from the point of view
of paper conservation. With the help of schemes and tables, the polymers are classified in terms of characteristics and final uses
in respect to this very complex material.
Author
Elisabetta Princi
PUBLICATION DATE: OCTOBER 2011
FORMAT: Hardback ISBN: 9781847355799 GB: £120 US: $200 EU: €150
FORMAT: Paperback ISBN: 9781847355805 GB: £95 US: $155 EU: €120
FORMAT: eBOOK ISBN: 9781847355812 GB: £120 US: $200 EU: €150
Practical Guide to Green Technology for Ground Engineering
Author
Abrahams Mwasha
Over the last 50 years there has been rapid development of construction techniques, analytical methods and materials for use
in ground engineering. One of the major techniques which has been developed is soil strengthening or reinforcement whereby
man-made elements are included within geological material to provide a stabilised mass. Various products have been developed
for retaining systems, slope stabilisation, etc.
More recently, environmental concerns and the focus on sustainable development have led to the examination of materials based
on renewable resources for use in ground engineering.
In this book, the applications of both vegetable and man-made fibres in situations where there is a requirement for short-term
ground reinforcement are examined and discussed. The use of vegetable fibre geotextiles (VFG), particularly in erosion control
and soil reinforcement, is covered in detail, with examples from various civil engineering applications.
PUBLICATION DATE: SEPTEMBER 2011
FORMAT: Paperback ISBN: 9781847355300 GB: £55 US: $90 EU: €70
FORMAT: eBOOK ISBN: 9781847355317 GB: £55 US: $90 EU: €70
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