Phenomenology of Polymer Solution Dynamics
Phenomenology of Polymer Solution Dynamics

Author: George D. J. Phillies

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2011-10-06

Total Pages: 527

ISBN-13: 1139504517

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Presenting a completely new approach to examining how polymers move in non-dilute solution, this book focuses on experimental facts, not theoretical speculations, and concentrates on polymer solutions, not dilute solutions or polymer melts. From centrifugation and solvent dynamics to viscosity and diffusion, experimental measurements and their quantitative representations are the core of the discussion. The book reveals several experiments never before recognized as revealing polymer solution properties. A novel approach to relaxation phenomena accurately describes viscoelasticity and dielectric relaxation and how they depend on polymer size and concentration. Ideal for graduate students and researchers interested in the properties of polymer solutions, the book covers real measurements on practical systems, including the very latest results. Every significant experimental method is presented in considerable detail, giving unprecedented coverage of polymers in solution.

The Theory of Polymer Dynamics
The Theory of Polymer Dynamics

Author: Masao Doi

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 1988

Total Pages: 420

ISBN-13: 9780198520337

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This book provides a comprehensive account of the modern theory for the dynamical properties of polymer solutions. The theory has undergone dramatic evolution over the last two decades due to the introduction of new methods and concepts that have extended the frontier of theory from dilute solutions in which polymers move independently to concentrated solutions where many polymers converge. Among the properties examined are viscoelasticity, diffusion, dynamic light scattering, and electric birefringence. Nonlinear viscoelasticity is discussed in detail on the basis of molecular dynamical models. The book bridges the gap between classical theory and new developments, creating a consistent picture of polymer solution dynamics over the entire concentration range.

Structure and Dynamics of Strongly Interacting Colloids and Supramolecular Aggregates in Solution
Structure and Dynamics of Strongly Interacting Colloids and Supramolecular Aggregates in Solution

Author: Sow-Hsin Chen

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2012-12-06

Total Pages: 848

ISBN-13: 9401125406

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During the last decade, various powerful experimental tools have been developed, such as small angle X-ray and neutron scattering, X-ray and neutron reflection from interfaces, neutron spin-echo spectroscopy and quasi-elastic multiple light scattering and large scale computer simulations. Due to the rapid progress brought about by these techniques, one witnesses a resurgence of interest in the physicochemical properties of colloids, surfactants and macromolecules in solution. Although these disciplines have a long history, they are at present rapidly transforming into a new, interdisciplinary research area generally known as complex liquids or soft condensed matter physics: names that reflect the considerable involvement of the chemical and condensed matter physicists. This book is based on lectures given at a NATO ASI held in the summer of 1991 and discusses these new developments, both in theory and experiment. It constitutes the most up-to-date and comprehensive summary of the entire field.

Colloidal Foundations of Nanoscience
Colloidal Foundations of Nanoscience

Author: Debora Berti

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2021-10-27

Total Pages: 324

ISBN-13: 0128220899

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Colloidal Foundations of Nanoscience, Second Edition explores the theory and concepts of colloid chemistry and its applications to nanoscience and nanotechnology. The book provides the essential conceptual and methodological tools to approach nano-research issues. The authors' expertise in colloid science will contribute to the understanding of basic issues involved in research. Each chapter covers a classical subject of colloid science in simple and straightforward terms, addressing its relevance to nanoscience before introducing case studies. Sections cover colloids rheology, electrokinetics, nanoparticle tracking analysis (NTA), bio-layer interferometry, and the treatment of inter-particle interactions and colloidal stability. Gathers, in a single volume, information currently scattered across various sources Provides a straightforward introduction on theoretical concepts and in-depth case studies to help readers understand molecular mechanisms and master advanced techniques Includes examples showing the applications of classical concepts to real-world cutting-edge research Edited and written by highly respected quality scientists

Food Polymers, Gels and Colloids
Food Polymers, Gels and Colloids

Author: E. Dickinson

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 1991-01-01

Total Pages: 587

ISBN-13: 1845698339

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Manufactured foodstuffs typically exist in the form of complex, multi-phase, multi-component, colloidal systems. One way to try to make sense of their chemical and structural complexity is to study simple model systems in which the nature and properties of the polymer molecules and dispersed particles are relatively well known. This volume consists of a collection of papers delivered at a conference on food colloids, the main theme of which was the role of food macromolecules in determining the stability, structure, texture and rheology of food colloids, with particular reference to gelling behaviour and interactions between macromolecules and interfaces. A feature of the collection is the wide range of physico-chemical techniques now being used to address problems in this field.

Morphology and Dynamics of Bottlebrush Polymers
Morphology and Dynamics of Bottlebrush Polymers

Author: Karin J. Bichler

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2021-09-24

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 3030833798

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This thesis makes significant advances to the understanding of bottlebrush polymers. While bottlebrushes have received much attention due to the recent discovery of their unprecedented properties, including supersoftness, ultra-low viscosity, and hyperelasticity, this thesis is the first fundamental investigation at the molecular level that comprises structure and dynamics. Neutron scattering experiments, detailed within, reveal spherical or cylindrical shapes, instead of a random coil conformation. Another highlight is the analysis of the fast dynamics at the sub nm-length scale. The combination of three neutron spectrometers and the development of a new analysis technique enabled the calculation of the mean-square displacement over seven orders of magnitude in time scale. This unprecedented result can be applied to a broad class of samples, including polymers and other materials. The thesis is accessible to scientists from other fields, provides the reader with easily understandable guidelines for applying this analysis to other materials, and has the potential to make a significant impact on the analysis of neutron scattering data.

Colloidal Dispersions
Colloidal Dispersions

Author: William Bailey Russel

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 1991

Total Pages: 548

ISBN-13: 9780521426008

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This book covers the physical side of colloidal science from the individual forces acting between particles smaller than a micrometer that are suspended in a liquid, through the resulting equilibrium and dynamic properties. A variety of internal forces both attractive and repulsive act in conjunction with Brownian motion and the balance between them all decides the phase behaviour. On top of this various external fields, such as gravity or electromagnetic fields, diffusion and non-Newtonian rheology produce complex effects, each of which is of important scientific and technological interest. The authors aim to impart a sound, quantitative understanding based on fundamental theory and experiments with well-characterised model systems. This broad grasp of the fundamentals lends insight and helps to develop the intuitive sense needed to isolate essential features of the technological problems and design critical experiments. The main prerequisites for understanding the book are basic fluid mechanics, statistical mechanics and electromagnetism, though self contained reviews of each subject are provided at appropriate points. Some facility with differential equations is also necessary. Exercises are included at the end of each chapter, making the work suitable as a textbook for graduate courses in chemical engineering or applied mathematics. It will also be useful as a reference for individuals in academia or industry undertaking research in colloid science.

Concentrated Dispersions
Concentrated Dispersions

Author: American Chemical Society. Division of Colloid and Surface Chemistry

Publisher:

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13:

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This volume covers many aspects concerning the preparation, characterization, stabilization, and behavior of concentrated colloidal dispersion and presents the most recent advances in experimental techniques and theoretical methods for studying concentrated colloidal dispersions.