Shape Memory Polymers and Textiles - Rilegato

Hu, Jinlian

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ISBN 10: 1845690478 ISBN 13: 9781845690472

Casa editrice: Woodhead Pub Ltd, 2007

Riassunto

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)

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Informazioni sugli autori

Jinlian Hu is Professor the Institute of Textiles and Clothing in the Hong Kong Polytechnic University.

Jinlian Hu is Professor in the Institute of Textiles and Clothing at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, China. She is the recipient of the 2001 Award for Distinguished Achievement from the US Fiber Society.

Dettagli dell'edizione

• Editore: Woodhead Pub Ltd
• Data di pubblicazione: 2007
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 1845690478
• ISBN 13: 9781845690472
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero di pagine: 360
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
• Persona responsabile: non disponibile