Leblanc J.L. Filled Polymers: Science and Industrial Applications

CRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group, 2010, 428 pages, ISBN: 1439800421Based on the author’s 30 years of research and engineering activities in the field of complex polymer systems, this volume is a comprehensive survey of the many aspects of rubber and thermoplastic filled polymers. It demonstrates their commonalities and the scientific background behind their many industrial applications and also analyzes theoretical considerations which explain the origin of the singular properties of filled polymers. An appendix includes a selection of calculation worksheets with numerical illustrations to clarify the concepts.Types of Fillers
Concept of Reinforcement
Typical Fillers for Polymers
Polymers and Carbon Black
Polymers and White Fillers
Polymers and Short Fibers