Epoxy Polymers

Preface
GENERAL CONCEPTS ABOUT EPOXY POLYMERS
Polymerization Chemistry of Epoxy Monomers
Transformations During the Formation of an Epoxy Network
General Properties of Epoxy Networks

PART I: New Polymers/Materials

THERMOPLASTIC EPOXY POLYMERS
Introduction
Synthesis and Characterization of Epoxy Thermoplastics
Fundamental Properties of Epoxy Thermoplastics
Conclusions
EPOXY FUNCTIONAL ACRYLIC POLYMERS FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE COATING APPLICATIONS
Introduction
Epoxy Functional Acrylic Polymers (Epoxy Acrylates)
Synthesis of Epoxy Acrylates
Design of Epoxy Acrylates as Film-Forming Components in Coatings
Cross-Linking Reactions in Coating Systems
Conclusions
EPOXY POLYMERS BASED ON RENEWABLE RESOURCES
Introduction
Synthesis and Polymerization of Monomers and Macromonomers Bearing Multiple Epoxy Functions
Synthesis and Polymerization of Monomers Bearing a Single Epoxy Group
Conclusions

PART II: (Nano)Structured Epoxy Networks

NANOSTRUCTURED EPOXIES BY THE USE OF BLOCK COPOLYMERS
Introduction
Formation Mechanisms of Nanostructures in Thermosets
Morphologies of Epoxy Thermosets Modified With Block Copolymers
Thermomechanical Properties of Nanostructured Thermosets
Conclusions
SELF-ASSEMBLY OF EPOXY-BASED POLYMERS
Introduction
Linear Nanostructured Epoxies
Crosslinked Nanostructured Epoxies
Possible Applications of Nanostructured Epoxies
POLYMER DISPERSED LIQUID CRYSTAL, THERMOTROPIC AND OTHER RESPONSIVE EPOXY POLYMERS
Epoxy-Based Polymer Dispersed Liquid Crystal
Polymer Dispersed Liquid Crystal Prepared by PIPS
Block Copolymers Used as a Polymer Dispersing Agent for Liquid Crystal
Epoxy Polymers Based on Azo-Benzene Organic Molecules
Conclusions and Perspectives
POSS AND OTHER HYBRID EPOXY POLYMERS
Introduction
Epoxy-Silica Hybrids
Epoxy-POSS Hybrids
Conclusions
LAMELLAR SILICATE-MODIFIED EPOXIES
Introduction
Structure and Properties of Lamellar (Phyllo) Silicates
Morphologies of Lamellar Silicates-Polymer Nanocomposites
Chemical Modification of Lamellar Silicates for Epoxy Networks
Dispersion and Structuration of Lamellar Silicates in the Initial Formulation
Structuration of Lamellar Silicates in a Reactive Medium
Mechanical Properties of Lamellar Silicates-Modified Epoxies
Ternary Blends Based on Epoxy/Layered Silicates
Barrier Properties of Nanoclay-Modified Epoxies
Conclusions
EPOXY/CARBON NANOTUBE NANOCOMPOSITES
Introduction
Preparation of Epoxy/CNT Nanocomposites
Properties of Epoxy/CNT Nanocomposites
Summary and Outlook

PART III: Innovative Formulations and Processing

EPOXY ADHESIVES: A VIEW OF THE PRESENT AND THE FUTURE
Introduction
Requirements and Conditions for the Design of an Epoxy Formulation
Criteria for Selecting Adhesive Formulations
Conclusions and Perspectives
UV-CURED NANOSTRUCTURED EPOXY COATINGS
Introduction
Organic-Organic Nanocomposite Epoxy Coatings
Organic-Inorganic Nanocomposite Epoxy Coatings
Conclusions
ELECTRON BEAM CURING OF EPOXY COMPOSITES
Introduction to Electron Beam Curing
Material's Features
Manufacturing Process
Perspectives
COMPOSITE PROCESSING: STATE OF THE ART AND FUTURE TRENDS
Introduction
Infusion
Resin Transfer Molding
Prepreg
Alternative Mold Heating Methods
Sheet Molding Compound (SMC)/Bulk Molding Compound (BMC)
Filament Winding
Pultrusion
Expandable Epoxy Systems
Conclusions and Trends for the Future
THERMOPLASTIC CURABLE FORMULATIONS
Introduction
Typical Preparation of Thermoplastic Curable Formulations
Rheological Behavior of Blends of Block Copolymer and Thermoset Precursors
Choice of the Hardener
Processing and Properties
Conclusions
STRUCTURAL EPOXY FOAMS
Background
Continuum-Level Model for Foaming Materials
Material Models and Experiments to Populate Numerical Model
Numerical Method
Model Validation
Discussion and Suggested Improvements to the Model
New Foaming Strategies to Minimize Gravity-Induced Density Gradients
Summary
SELF-HEALING EPOXY COMPOSITES
Introduction
Sequestered Healing-Agent Systems
Intrinsically Healing Materials
Potential Applications of Self-Healing Mate