Description
Handbook of Thermosetting Foams, Aerogels, and Hydrogels: From Fundamentals to Advanced Applications presents the latest on the preparation, characterization, properties and applications of thermoset foams, aerogels and hydrogels. The book begins by introducing each of these concepts and their characteristics, current applications, potential for further development, and environmental impacts. This is followed by three sections, each focusing on foams, aerogels and hydrogels developed from a specific thermosetting polymer category, covering polyurethane, epoxy resins and formaldehyde. In each section, detailed coverage includes preparation, structure, characterization, properties, processing and applications based on material, along with key challenges in design, processing, implementation and solutions.This is a valuable resource for researchers and advanced students with an interest in thermoset lightweight materials across the disciplines of polymer science, chemistry, nanotechnology, materials science and engineering. The book will also be of interest to R&D professionals, engineers and scientists working with foams, hydrogels and aerogels for a range of applications and industries.- Provides methodical coverage of polyurethane, epoxy, and formaldehyde-based foams, aerogels, and hydrogels- Explores a range of high-value applications across automotive and aerospace, defense, biomedicine, and other areas- Considers challenges in design, processing, and implementation, and environmental aspects such as biodegradability and recyclability
Table of Contents
Section I: Introduction 1. Foams, aerogels and hydrogels: The state of the art and prospective technologies.2. Opportunities and versatile applications of thermoset foams, aerogels, and hydrogels: Current state of the art and anticipated developments3. Environmental impact and recycling technologies of thermoset resin, foams, aerogels and hydrogelsSection II: Polyurethane-based Foams, Aerogels, and Hydrogels4. Polyurethane (PU): Structure, properties, and applications5. Polyurethane foam: The foaming process and the effect of process parameters on properties6. Polyurethane nanocomposite foams: Preparation, properties and applications7. Polyurethane based hydrogels synthesis, properties, and modifications8. Polyurethane-based aerogels: Preparation, properties, and applications9. Polyurethane-based foam and aerogels for automotive and aerospace applications9. Shape memory polyurethane-based foams and aerogels10. Challenges in design, processing and use of PU foam/aerogel materialsSection III: Epoxy-based foams, aerogels, and hydrogels11. Epoxy resins: Synthesis, structure, and properties12. Epoxy-based hydrogels: Network design, characterization, and applications13. Epoxy: Foaming processes and the effect of process parameters on properties of epoxy foam14. Epoxy foams reinforcing with nanomaterials: Synthesis, mechanical properties and applications15. Shape memory epoxy foam-defense and aerospace applicationsSection IV: Formaldehyde-based foams, aerogels, and hydrogels16. Phenolic resin: Preparation, structure, properties, and applications17. Phenolic foams: Foaming processes and applications18. Phenolic foams: Structure-property relationships and insulating properties19. Phenolic aerogels: Preparation, properties, and applications20. Phenolic foams reinforced with nanomaterials: Preparation, properties, and applications21. Melamine-formaldehyde hydrogels, foams, and aerogels: Preparation, properties and applications22. Urea formaldehyde foams, aerogels and hydrogels: Preparation, properties and applications23. Carbon foams derived from thermosetting polymers: Preparation, properties and applications24. Carbon foams derived from phenol and melamine formaldehyde thermosetting polymers: Preparation, properties, and applications25. Carbon foams derived from thermosetting epoxy, polyimides and cellulosic polymers: Environmental and electrical or electrochemical applications
