Guide to the Polymer Literature

Guide to the Polymer Literature RUTH MURRAY University of Akron, OH, USA 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

MAJOR WORKS IN POLYMER CHEMISTRY HANDBOOKS AND ENCYCLOPEDIAS GENERAL AND TEXTBOOKS POLYMER PROPERTIES POLYMER STRUCTURE POLYMER PROCESSING AND SPECIALTY POLYMERS POLYMERIZATION POLYMER REACTIONS HISTORIES

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1 MAJOR WORKS IN POLYMER CHEMISTRY The polymer industry is the fastest-growing segment of the world economy. It is difficult and time consuming to keep track of new developments. The literature in this field is voluminous with an abundance of review books and publications on specialized material appearing regularly. There are, however, major works without which the polymer field would not have progressed to the high degree in which it exists today. Some of these publications will be identified below. Alfrey, T., 'Mechanical Behavior of High Polymers', Interscience, New York, 1948. Fundamental principles of mechanical behavior and how this behavior correlates with the molecular structure {High Polym., vol. 6). Birshtein, T. M. and O. B. PtitSyn, 'Conformations of Macromolecules', Interscience, New York, 1966. A presentation of the principal concepts and mathematical methods which form the basis of macromolecular conformations (High Polym., vol. 22). Bovey, F. A., I. M. Kolthoff, A. I. Medallia and E. J. Meehan, 'Emulsion Polymerization', Interscience, New York, 1955. A study of the kinetics and mechanism of emulsion polymerization, of tests for structure, properties and quality of the rubber formed. The standard GR-S recipe is used (High Polym., vol. 9). Carswell, T. S., 'Phenoplasts: Their Structure, Properties and Chemical Technology', Interscience, New York, 1947. History and development of the synthetic resin industry beginning with Baekelite's patent in 1909, and the chemical structure, properties and applications of resins (High Polym., vol. 7). Chapiro, A., 'Radiation Chemistry of Polymeric Systems', Interscience, New York, 1962. A survey of the polymerization processes that are initiated by radiation, the effects of radiation on polymers both in solid form and in solution, and the preparation of graft copolymers by radiation techniques (High Polym., vol. 15). Davis, C. C. and J. T. Blake (eds.)> 'The Chemistry and Technology of Rubber', Reinhold, New York, 1937. The existing knowledge of the time is collected and discussed critically in the light of theory and practice by way of 25 chapters authored by eminent rubber chemists. 643

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Fettes, E. M. (ed.), 'Chemical Reactions of Polymers', Interscience, New York, 1964. A survey of the various types of chemical reactions in which at least one of the reacting species is polymeric (High Polym., vol. 19). Flory, P. J., 'Principles of Polymer Chemistry', Cornell University Press, Ithaca, NY, 1953. Pioneer study in the theory of polymer configuration, polymer crystallization, liquid crystals and light scattering. Frisch, K. C. (ed.), 'Cyclic Monomers', Wiley-Interscience, New York, 1972. A discussion of the starting cyclic monomers, their synthesis, reactions and properties (High Polym., vol. 26). Gaylord, N. G. (ed.), 'Polyethers', Interscience, New York, 1963. Part I, Polyalkylene Oxides and Other Polyethers; Part II, Epoxy Resins; Part III, Polyalkylene Sulfides and Other Poly(thioethers) (High Polym., vol. 13). Ham, G. E. (ed.), 'Copolymerization', Interscience, New York, 1964. The theory of copolymerization is developed, and its practical application to industrial copolymers is pointed out (High Polym., vol. 18). Kennedy, J. P. and E. G. M. Tornquist (eds.), 'Polymer Chemistry of Synthetic Elastomers', Interscience, New York, 1968 and 1969 (2 parts). A collection of treatises showing various aspects of the chemistry involved in the formation of common elastomers by different mechanisms—redox, cationic, anionic, condensation, alkali metal catalysts. A history and status of synthetic elastomers, and the structure-property relationship for elastomer materials is also presented (High Polym., vol. 23). Kline, G. M. (ed.), 'Analytical Chemistry of Polymers', Interscience, New York, 1962 (3 parts). A summary of the knowledge at that time of measurement techniques for the determination of structure and composition of macromolecules (High Polym., vol. 12). Leonard, E. C. (ed.), 'Vinyl and Diene Monomers', Wiley-Interscience, New York, 1970 (three volumes). These volumes emphasize the commercial manufacture, laboratory synthesis, analysis and purification of properties (High Polym., vol. 24). Mark, H., 'Physical Chemistry of High Polymeric Systems', Interscience, New York, 1940. A compre­ hensive description of substances and the relationships of their properties to structure (High Polym., vol. 2). Mark, H. and R. Raff, 'High Polymeric Reactions', Interscience, New York, 1941. (G. M. Burnett's review edition of this book was published in 1954.) The first part presents the kinetics of forming high polymers, methods of preparation, and the quantitative measurement of polyreactions; the second part collects the literature on the polymerization of organic and inorganic compounds (High Polym., vol. 3). Mark, H. and G. S. Whitby (eds.), 'Collected Papers of Wallace Hume Carothers on High Polymeric Substances', Interscience, New York, 1940. A collection of the papers of Carothers' studies of polymerization and polymers. One section is devoted to his studies on polymerization and ring formation, the other to condensation polymers (High Polym., vol. 1). Meyer, K. H., 'Natural and Synthetic High Polymers: A Textbook and Reference Book for Chemists and Biologists', 2nd edn., Interscience, New York, 1950. A theoretical review of the subject since the appearance of the first edition in 1940 (High Polym., vol. 4). Morawetz, H., 'Macromolecules in Solution', 2nd edn., Wiley, New York, 1975. A study of all solutions of macromolecules is presented in updating the first edition (High Polym., vol. 21). Odian, G., 'Principles of Polymerization', 2nd edn., Wiley, New York, 1970. Details of the three types of polymerization—step, chain and ring-opening—are presented. Ott, E., H. M. Spurlin and M. W. Grafilin (eds.), 'Cellulose and Cellulose Derivatives', 2nd edn., parts 1, 2 and 3; Bikales N. M., and L. Segal (eds.), parts 4 and 5, Interscience, New York, 1971. The first edition published in 1943 was considered the most authoritative description of the field in the English language. The second edition covers the important advances in cellulose science and technology (High Polym., vol. 5). Raff, R. A. V. and J. B. Allison, 'Polyethylene', Interscience, New York, 1956. A summary of the then known information on the subject—preparation, structure, properties, analysis and testing, properties and applications (High Polym., vol. 11). Raff, R. A. V. and K. W. Doark (eds.), 'Crystalline Olefin Polymers', Interscience, New York, 1963 (two volumes). Presentation of the fundamental principles of polyethylenes and crystalline alkene polymers, as well as their properties, processing technology and applications (High Polym., vol. 20). Saunders, J. H. and K. C. Frisch, 'Analytical Chemistry of the Polyurethanes, Parts I & IF; D. J. David and H. B. Staley, 'Analytical Chemistry of the Polyurethanes, Part IIP, Wiley-Interscience, New York, 1969. The first volumes cover the chemistry, preparation of raw materials, reactions

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between the components to form the polymers and practical applications of the products. The third volume compiles the analytical procedures which have been applied to urethane chemistry (High Polym., vol. 16). Schildknecht, C. E., 'Allyl Compounds and their Polymers (Including Polyolefins)', Wiley-Interscience, New York, 1973. A survey of 30 allyl compounds, their preparation and properties, and their polymers and applications in plastics, fibers, synthetic rubbers and adhesives. Schildknecht, C. E. (ed.), 'Polymer Processes: Chemical Technology of Plastics, Resins, Rubbers, Adhesives and Fibers', Interscience, New York, 1956. The basic processes used in the polymer field are outlined and theory is related to practice (High Polym., vol. 10). Schildknecht, C. E. and I. Skeist (eds.), 'Polymerization Processes', Wiley-Interscience, New York, 1970. Presents the advances of the last 20 years in thefieldsof graft and block copolymerizations, polymerizations with Ziegler-type catalysts, by oxidative coupling, and the use of radiation (High Polym., vol. 29). Stille, J. K. and T. W. Campbell (eds.), 'Condensation Monomers', Wiley-Interscience, New York, 1972. Outlines the kinds of polymerization reactions that the monomers will enter into, their properties, preparation and commercial applications (High Polym., vol. 27). Tobolsky, A. V., 'Properties and Structure of Polymers', Wiley, New York, 1960. An outline of the basic principles of the mechanical behavior of polymers, showing how the formulations were developed from the experimental facts. Treloar, L. R. G., 'Physics of Rubber Elasticity', 3rd edn., Clarendon Press, Oxford, 1975. Presents the main developments in the field of the equilibrium elastic properties of rubber, and the associated theoretical background. Turner, A., J. J. Bohrer and H. Mark, 'Copolymerization', Interscience, New York, 1953. The mechanism of copolymerization itself is explained (High Polym., vol. 8). Volkenstein, M. V., 'Configurational Statistics of Polymeric Chains', Interscience, 1963. The general concept of a macromolecule as a rotational-isomeric cooperative system is presented (High Polym., vol. 17). Wall, L. A. (ed.), 'Fluoropolymers', Wiley-Interscience, New York, 1972. A review of all known chemical and physical aspects of these materials (High Polym., vol. 25). Recognizing that thefieldof polymers was progressing very quickly, Mark and Immergut initiated a series of 'Polymer Reviews' to emphasize the principles which caused the new branch, and to review the actual state of knowledge while the field was still being developed. The publications of this series are listed below. They continued for almost a decade. Andrianov, K. A., 'Metalorganic Polymers' (translation from the Russian), Interscience, New York, 1965. An evaluation of the known data with respect to the synthesis and properties that relate to composition and structure (Polym. Rev., vol. 8). Battaerd, H. A. J. and G. W. Tregear, 'Graft Copolymers', Interscience, New York, 1969. A compilation of all known data on many polymers and methods of preparation (Polym. Rev., vol. 16). Bovey, F. A., 'The Effects of Ionizing Radiation on Natural and Synthetic High Polymers', Interscience, New York, 1958. A review of the fundamental aspects of how crosslinking and other reactions of polymer chains under radiation come about. Polymers reviewed: hydrocarbon, acrylate and methacrylate, chloro and fluoro, dialkene, condensation and natural polymers (Polym. Rev., vol. 1). Cassidy, H. G. and K. A. Kun, 'Oxidation-Reduction Polymers (Redox Polymers)', Interscience, New York, 1965. An introduction to the subject (Polym. Rev., vol. 11). Frazer, A. H., 'High Temperature Resistant Polymers', Interscience, New York, 1968. Thermal stability is defined, how this is evaluated, and the utilization of many polymers in various applications that require high temperature resistance is discussed (Polym. Rev., vol. 17). Furukawa, J. and T. Saegusa, 'Polymerization of Aldehydes and Oxides', Interscience, New York, 1963. The history of research on polyethers is reviewed and recent studies of new polymerization methods, new catalysts, polymerization mechanisms and properties of the resulting polymers are discussed (Polym. Rev., vol. 3). Gaylord, N. G. and H. F. Mark, 'Linear and Stereoregular Addition Polymers: Polymerization with Controlled Propagation', Interscience, New York, 1959. Information on the then new branch of polymer chemistry, stereospecificity, following Ziegler's discovery (Polym. Rev., vol. 2). Geil, P. H., 'Polymer Single Crystals', Interscience, New York, 1963. A critical review of the current state of morphological information on crystalline polymers (Polym. Rev., vol. 5).

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Hummel, D. O., 'Infrared Spectra of Polymers in the Medium and Long Wavelength Regions', Inter­ science, New York, 1966. Ke, B. (ed.), 'Newer Methods of Polymer Characterization', Interscience, New York, 1964. A com­ prehensive presentation of the newer methods, which included infrared, optical fluorescence, small angle diffraction, NMR and thermal analysis (Polym. Rev., vol. 6). Madorsky, S. L., 'Thermal Degradation of Organic Polymers', Interscience, New York, 1964. A compilation of the existing knowledge on polymers and copolymers of styrene, alkenes, halocarbons, vinyl acetate, acrylonitrile, butadiene, isoprene, polyethylene terephthalate), polybenzyl, polyxylene, phenol, formaldehyde resin and cellulosic polymers (Polym. Rev., vol. 7). Morgan, P. M., 'Condensation Polymers: By Interfacial and Solution Methods', Interscience, New York, 1965. A review of the field of condensation, polymerization and hydrogen transfer polymeri­ zations carried out below 100 °C (Polym. Rev., vol. 10). Peebles, L. H., 'Molecular Weight Distributions in Polymers', Interscience, New York, 1971. The book provides a summary of the various molecular weight distributions that have been derived hereto (Polym. Rev., vol. 18). Reich, L. and A. Schindler (eds.), 'Polymerization by Organometallic Compounds', Interscience, New York, 1966. A presentation of all of the literature on linear monomers with a single, double bond or two conjugated double bonds (Polym. Rev., vol. 12). Schnell, H., 'Chemistry and Physics of Polycarbonates', Interscience, New York, 1964 (Polym. Rev., vol. 9). Tobolsky, A. V. and W. J. MacKnight, 'Polymeric Sulfur and Related Polymers', Interscience, New York, 1965. A survey of the polymers containing polysulfide linkages rather than monosulfide and disulfide linkages (Polym. Rev., vol. 13). Varga, O. H., 'Stress-Strain Behavior of Elastic Materials: Selected Problems of Large Deformations', Interscience, New York, 1966 (Polym. Rev., vol. 15). Voiutskii, S. S., 'Autohesion and Adhesion of High Polymers', (translation from the Russian), Interscience, New York, 1963. A summary of the knowledge in this field at that time written from his point of view of the diffusion theory of autohesion and adhesion (Polym. Rev., vol. 4).

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Alger, M. S. M., 'Polymer Science Dictionary', Elsevier, New York, 1989. This book is devoted to explaining the terminology of polymer science—its chemical and physical terms, polymerization, polymer structure, properties and individual polymer materials. Polymer processing terms have been excluded. Allen, G. and J. C. Bevington (eds.), 'Comprehensive Polymer Science', Pergamon Press, Oxford, 1989. A series of volumes that show the relationship between methods of preparation, treatment, structure and properties. It is organized into seven volumes: Volume 1, Polymer Characterization; Volume 2, Polymer Properties; Volumes 3 and 4, Chain Polymerization; Volume 5, Step Polymer­ ization; Volume 6, Polymer Reactions; Volume 7, Specialty Polymers and Polymer Processing. A cumulative subject index completes the final volume. Ash, M. and I. Ash, 'Encyclopedia of Plastics, Polymers and Resins', Chemical Publishing, New York, 1980-1981. A desktop, three volume publication that provides useful information of many plastic, polymer and resin products. In general, the chemical description, application, form and color, general, mechanical, thermal and electrical properties of each product is given. Brandrup, J. and E. H. Immergui (eds.), 'Polymer Handbook', 3rd edn., Wiley, New York, 1989. An eight section, 70 table, 1852 page handbook, that compiles the fundamental constants and data needed in theoretical and experimental polymer research. Cheremisinoff, N. P. (ed.), 'Handbook of Polymer Science and Technology', Dekker, New York, 1989. A series of volumes 'aimed at providing a comprehensive guide to thefieldof applied polymer science ... and technologies related to its engineering applications. Its purpose is to help provide unification between the theoretical... and practical manufacturing concepts.... The series is organized by topic into five volumes of in depth discussion: Volume 1, Synthesis and Properties; Volume 2, Performance Properties of Plastics and Elastomers; Volume 3, Applications and Processing Operations; Volume 4, Composites and Specialty Applications* Elias, H.-G. and R. Pethrick (eds.), 'Polymer Yearbook', Harwood, New York, 1984. An annual reference book that contains a collection of useful data, such as rules of nomenclature, symbols, units and formulae, also a number of short reviews on specific aspects of polymer science, and a

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survey of recent publications of monographs, conference proceedings, data compilations, journals and dissertations. Kroschwitz, J. (ed.), 'Polymers: An Encyclopedic Sourcebook of Engineering Properties', ACS, Washington, DC, 1987. One of a series of reprints from the 'Encyclopedia of Polymer Science and Engineering' which brings together in one volume articles covering all aspects of the engineering properties of polymers and composites. Mark, H. F., N. M. Bikales, C. G. Overberger and G. Menges, (eds.), 'Encyclopedia of Polymer Science and Engineering', 2nd edn., Wiley-Interscience, 1985-1989. A comprehensive account of polymer science and technology covering chemical substances, polymer properties, methods and processes and broad uses of polymers. The new edition has 17 volumes, one supplement volume and one index volume. It is dedicated to H. F. Mark on the occasion of his 90th birthday, and volume 1 includes a bibliography of his 593 publications. Molyneux, P., 'Water-Soluble Synthetic Polymers: Properties and Behavior', CRC Press, Boca Raton, FL, 1984 (two volumes). The general features of water-soluble polymers are discussed, and their properties and behavior are compared. Overberger, C. G. (ed.), 'Macromolecular Syntheses', Wiley, New York, vols. 1-10, 1963-1990. A series of periodic publications on macromolecular syntheses containing detailed directions for polymerization and characterization. Roff, W. J. and J. R. Scott, 'Fibres, Films, Plastics and Rubbers', Butterworth, London, 1971. A ready reference book containing data on 42 specific materials: their structure, general, thermal, electrical and mechanical properties, and specific properties and related information. Saechtling, H., 'International Plastics Handbook: for the Technologist, Engineer and User'. 2nd edn., Hanser, Munich (distributed in USA by Macmillan, New York), 1987. The English version of'Kunststoff-Taschenbuch' which first appeared in 1936. General concepts, literature references, plastics synthesis, compounding, processing and manufacturing to detailed descriptions of these individual plastics are all included. Several thousand trade names and standards compilations also appear. Seymour, R. B., 'Engineering Polymer Sourcebook', McGraw-Hill, New York, 1990. The design, processing, fabrication and application of many high performance thermosets and high per­ formance, thermoplastics is presented, including elastomers, styrenic, acrylic, polycarbonate, acetal polyamides, isocyanate, poly(phenylene oxide), fluorocarbons, polyimides and polyethers. Zweig, G. and J. Sherma (eds.), 'CRC Handbook of Chromatography: Polymers', CRC Press, Boca Raton, FL, vol. 1, 1982. One part describes the techniques applicable to polymeric materials, and the second part gives data tables for gas, pyrolysis gas, liquid and thin layer chromatography. 3 GENERAL AND TEXTBOOKS The list of books below was compiled on the basis of currency, most of which were published within the last decade, and availability. The literature ever expands, with the tendency today for collaborative and special subject treatments. Allport, D. C. and W. H. Janes (eds.), 'Block Copolymers', Wiley, New York, 1973. A review of the processes used to obtain block copolymers, and a discussion of their properties in terms of their structures. Applications of the important classes are also given. References are included for each chapter. Billmeyer, F. W., 'Textbook of Polymer Science', Wiley, New York, 1984. An up-to-date textbook that has chapters on polymerization, characterization, properties and polymer processing. Elias, H.-O., 'Macromolecules', 2nd edn., Plenum Press, New York, 1984. Volume 1, Structure and Properties; Volume 2, Syntheses and Materials. A survey of the field, the first volume considers macromolecular compounds and their properties. The second emphasizes the principles of syntheses and reaction and polymer technology. Feldman, F., 'Polymeric Building Materials', Elsevier, New York, 1989. The book is designed as an introduction to polymer applications for the building industry. It provides information on different classes of polymers, composites, polymer-concrete systems, foams and their functions, adhesives, the use of macromolecules in solar energy, conservation, roofing and flooring, and the changes in properties due to weather, aging, etc. Kleintjens, L. A. and P. J. Lemstra (eds.), Integration of Fundamental Polymer Science and Technology', Elsevier, New York, vol. 1, 1986 and vol. 2, 1988. Proceedings of international

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meetings held in Roldac, The Netherlands to stimulate discussions between academic and industrial polymer scientists, and engineers. McCrum, N. G., C. P. Buckley and C. B. Pucknall, 'Principles of Polymer Engineering', Oxford University Press, New York, 1988. A text that outlines the fundamentals of polymer chemistry and physics, various forming operations, and factors in the successful design of polymers. Mandelkern, L., 'An Introduction to Macromolecules', 2nd edn., Springer-Verlag, New York, 1983. For the beginning student, an introduction to the structure and properties of macromolecular substances. Mark, J. E. and B. Erman, 'Rubberlike Elasticity: A Molecular Primer', Wiley, New York, 1988. An elementary presentation of the important aspects of rubberlike elasticity. Rodriquez, F., 'Principles of Polymer Systems', 3rd edn., Hemisphere, New York, 1989. A comprehensive text, beginning with basic structure, through properties, fabrication processes and polymer analysis. Rosen, S. L., 'Fundamental Principles of Polymeric Materials', 2nd edn., Wiley, New York, 1982. A text that reviews the fundamental principles of synthesis and polymerization that are of practical relevance in processing current materials. Saegusa, T., T. Higashimura and A. Abe, (eds.), 'Frontiers of Macromolecular Science', Blackwell, London, 1988. Proceedings of the 32nd International Symposium on Macromolecules, the book presents up-to-date developments on research into macromolecules. Saunders, K. J., 'Organic Polymer Chemistry', 2nd edn., Chapman and Hall, New York, 1988. An introduction to the organic chemistry of adhesives, fibers, paints, plastics and rubbers. Tess, R. W. and G. W. Poehlein (eds.), 'Applied Polymer Science' 2nd edn., ACS, Washington, DC, 1985. An expanded and revised edition, covering all aspects of polymers: polymerization, physical phenomena, additives, analysis, products and their uses. Ulrich, H., 'Raw Materials for Industrial Polymers', Hanser, New York, 1988. As a companion volume to his earlier 'Introduction to Industrial Polymers', this book describes methods of synthesis of major polymer raw materials, some of the emerging technologies and the relationship of major polymers to basic feedstocks. It also gives consumption figures and prices. 4 POLYMER PROPERTIES Aklonis, J. J. and W. J. MacKnight (eds.), 'Introduction to Polymer Viscoelasticity', 2nd eds., Wiley, New York, 1983. This edition adds the new developments, such as the theory of repetition and dielectric relaxation. Andrade, J. D., (ed.), 'Polymer Surface Dynamics', Plenum Press, New York, 1988. Shows the dynamic aspects of polymer surfaces. Astarita, G. and L. Nicolais (eds.), 'Polymer Processing and Properties', Plenum Press, New York, 1984. Proceedings of the European Meeting in Italy on this subject, the whole area is discussed. Barlow, F. W., 'Rubber Compounding: Principles, Materials and Techniques', Dekker, New York, 1988. A book that deals exclusively with rubber compounding, describing the materials involved as well as why and how they are used to build up a compound. Bely, V. A., A. I. Sviridenok, M. I. Petrokovets and V. G. Savkin, 'Friction and Wear in Polymer-Based Materials', Pergamon Press, New York, 1982. The basic principles of friction and wear, the function of structure and the application of these materials in friction assemblies is shown. Bhowmick, A. K. and H. L. Stephens (eds.), 'Handbook of Elastomers', Dekker, New York, 1988. Covers the recent developments in the commercially important synthetic and natural elastomers in current use. Bird, R. B., R. C. Armstrong and O. Hassager, 'Dynamics of Polymeric Liquids', 2nd edn., Wiley, New York, 1987. In two volumes: fluid mechanics and kinetic theory. Brown, R. P., 'Physical Testing of Rubber', 2nd edn., Elsevier, New York, 1986. Up-to-date procedures used by suppliers and users to characterize and investigate the physical properties of rubber materials. Brown, R. P. and B. E. Read (eds.), 'Measurement Techniques for Polymeric Solids', Elsevier, New York, 1984. Proceedings of the National Physical Laboratory Conference on Measurement Techniques for Polymeric Solids, to review techniques for characterizing the structure and physical properties of rubbers and plastics. Bueche, F., 'Physical Properties of Polymers', Krieger, New York, 1979. A presentation of the funda­ mental concepts governing the physical behavior of high polymers.

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Comyn, J. (ed.), 'Polymer Permeability', Elsevier, New York, 1985. Some of the applied aspects of permeability are described—drug delivery, coatings and encapsulants, and packaging. Cotts, D. B. and Z. Reyes, 'Electrically Conductive Organic Polymers for Advanced Applications', Noyes, Park Ridge, NJ, 1986. The properties of about 250 electrically conducting, semiconducting and semi-insulating polymers were surveyed and their conduction mechanism, mechanical properties and suitability for space-based use was evaluated. Dyson, R. W. (ed.), 'Engineering Polymers', Chapman and Hall, New York, 1990. The book discusses polymeric materials currently in use as engineering materials. They include thermoplastics, elastomers, polymer foams,fiber-reinforcedcomposites,films,and polymers in telecommunications and power transmission. Feast, W. J. and H. S. Munro (eds.), 'Polymer Surfaces and Interfaces', Wiley, New York, 1987. Current and practical studies on polymer surfaces and interfaces. Ferry, J. D., 'Viscoelastic Properties of Polymers', 3rd edn., Wiley, New York, 1980. The book relates the viscoelasticity of polymers to molecular structure and modes of molecular motion. The emphasis is on the linear viscoelasticity of amorphous polymers as it was with the earlier editions. Applications to practical problems are also given. Flory, P. J., 'Statistical Mechanics of Chain Molecules', Wiley, New York, 1969. Reprinted edition with corrections by Flory and additional remarks, Hanser, New York, 1989. A presentation of the spatial configuration of chain molecules and their properties by mathematical methods. The reprinted edition includes an autobiographical sketch by Flory, and his honors and awards. Ford, W. T. (ed.), 'Polymeric Reagents and Catalysts', ACS, Washington, DC, 1986. Reviews, of special materials—soluble, polymer bound reagents, ion exchange resins, transition metal catalysts, photosensitizers and polymer bound oxidizing agents. Hearle, W. S., 'Polymers and Their Properties', Horwood, Chichester, 1982. A three volume study of polymers beginning with the fundamentals of structure and mechanics, and then on to other physical properties. Kesting, R. E., 'Synthetic Polymeric Membranes: A Structural Perspective', 2nd edn., Wiley-Interscience, New York, 1985. Membrane types are emphasized—polymer membranes, the polymeric films, phase inversion membranes, liquid and dynamically formed membranes, biological membranes. Kroschwitz, J. I. (ed.), 'Electrical and Electronic Properties of Polymers: A State-of-the-Art Compendium', Wiley, New York, 1988. Selected reprints from the 'Encyclopedia of Polymer Science and Engineering' on conductive and insulating polymeric materials, which include syntheses, properties and uses. Ku, C. C. and R. Liepins, 'Electrical Properties of Polymers', Hanser, New York, 1987. The four parameters of electrical properties in polymers are discussed: dielectric constant, tangent of dielectric loss angle, dielectric breakdown and electrical conduction. Kurata, M., 'Thermodynamics of Polymer Solutions', Harwood, New York, 1982. Thermodynamic theories of osmotic equilibrium, phase separation, concentration fluctuations and sedimentation equilibrium in polymer solutions. Kuzmany, H., M. Mehring and S. Roth (eds.), 'Electronic Properties of Conjugated Polymers IIP, Springer-Verlag, New York, 1989. Proceedings of an International Winter School, Kirchberg, Tirol, the papers concentrate on basic models and application potentials of polymers. Lee, L.-H. (ed.), 'Polymer Wear and Its Control', ACS, Washington, DC, 1985. Mechanisms and control and measurement of polymer wear, tribological behavior of polymers, and the degradation of biomaterials, films and filaments are presented. Linford, R. G. (ed.), 'Electrochemical Science and Technology of Polymers 1', Elsevier, New York, 1987. This volume explains the concepts of electrochemistry, reviews some of the areas of application of polymers in such systems, and describes their use in the production of chlorine and caustic soda. McCrum, N. G., C. P. Buckley and C. B. Bucknall, 'Principles of Polymer Engineering', Oxford University Press, New York, 1988. 'Solutions Manual', 1989. Textbook and manual to accompany text with solutions to each of the problems. Makhlis, P. A., 'Radiation Physics and Chemistry of Polymers', Halsted Press, New York, 1975. The book shows the general structural changes and changes in properties resulting from irradiation. Margolis, J. M. (ed.), 'Conductive Polymers and Plastics', Chapman and Hall, New York, 1989. Electrically conductive and ionically conductive polymers are discussed in the first part, and the metallic plating and coating on plastics, and electrically conductive plastics themselves in the second part.

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Mark, J. E., A. Eisenberg, W. W. Graessley, L. Mandelkern and J. L. Koenig, 'Physical Properties of Polymers', ACS, Washington, DC, 1984. Basic concepts, current topics and projections for future research are given for rubber-like elasticity, the glassy, viscoelastic and crystalline states in polymers, and polymer spectroscopy. Meeten, G. H. (ed.), 'Optical Properties of Polymers', Elsevier, New York, 1986. Practical and review material is presented showing relationship of function and operation of products to its optical properties. Middleman, S., 'The Flow of High Polymers: Continuum and Molecular Rheology', Interscience, New York, 1968. The book discusses three subjects: the definition and measurement of material properties, the prediction of these properties and correlation techniques. Moiseev, Y. V. and G. E. Zaikov (translation by R. J. Moseley), 'Chemical Resistance of Polymers in Aggressive Media', Consultants Bureau, New York, 1987. The aggressive media are solutions of acids, bases and salts, and the influences on mechanical, chemical properties and the service life of polymer articles are discussed. Myerson, A. S. and K. Toyokura (eds.), 'Crystallization as a Separation Process', ACS, Washington, DC, 1990. The current research covering basic studies in crystal growth, interactions, solution structure and crystallization of organic and inorganic materials is presented. Perepechko, I., 'Low-Temperature Properties of Polymers' (translation from the Russian), Pergamon Press, New York, 1980. Shows how the chemical constitution and the supramolecular structure influence the physical properties of polymers in the low temperature region. Richards, E. G., 'An Introduction to the Physical Properties of Large Molecules in Solution', Cambridge University Press, New York, 1980. A description of the nature of large molecules in general terms relating their behavior to principles of classical physics and chemistry. Scott, G. (ed.), 'Developments in Polymer Stabilisation', Applied Science, London, vols. 1-7, 1980. A series of books that intend to review the progress in the development of practical stabilizing systems for many polymers. Utracki, A. and R. A. Weiss (eds.), 'Multiphase Polymers: Blends and Ionomers', ACS, Washington, DC, 1989. Some current trends in the kinds of materials under development, their characterization, theory and processing. Van Krevelen, D. W. and P. J. Hoftyzer, 'Properties of Polymers: Their Estimation and Correlation with Chemical Structure", Elsevier, New York, 1976. This is a book for practical use for those who need to orientate numerical information on polymer properties. Ward, I. M., 'Mechanical Properties of Solid Polymers', 2nd edn., Wiley, New York, 1983. The book develops the links between structure and properties. Williams, J. G., 'Stress Analysis of Polymers', 2nd edn., Wiley, New York, 1980. A course in stress analysis. Williams, J. G., 'Fracture Mechanics of Polymers', Horwood, New York, 1984. An introduction to the phenomenon of fracture, called fracture mechanics, for polymers and how it is applied to a range of materials and problems. Woodward, A. E., 'Atlas of Polymer Morphology', Hanser, New York, 1989. Useful book for the practising morphologist. It discusses crystallization from the melt, block copolymers, processing effects, blends, fracture and effects of chemicals and other agents. Wypych, J., 'Weathering Handbook', Chemtec, Toronto, 1990. A guide to weathering studies of materials such as coatings, paints, textiles, geosynthetics, composites, building materials, sealants, wood, paper and polymers. Degradation and methods of testing and the effect of many factors is discussed. Zachariades, A. E. and R. S. Porter (eds.), 'High Modulus Polymers: Approaches to Design and Development', Dekker, New York, 1988. Studies are presented on liquid crystalline polymers and semicrystalline polymers. Literature is reviewed, the techniques used and properties are shown.

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Allen, R. S. (ed.), 'Developments in Polymer Photochemistry', Applied Science, London, vols. 1 and 2, 1980-1982. Bark, L. S. and N. S. Ailed (eds.), 'Analysis of Polymer Systems', Applied Science, London, 1982. Each chapter deals with a particular technique for the analysis, characterization of additives, molecular weight and structure, and identification of polymer systems. Bassett, C. (ed.), 'Developments in Crystalline Polymers', Applied Science, London, vols. 1 and 2,

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1982 and 1988. Contributions to the understanding of the structure of these polymers are presented. Benham, J. L. and J. F. Kinstle (eds.), 'Chemical Reactions on Polymers', ACS, Washington, DC, 1988. A presentation of the recent and emerging technology on polymer modification and specialty polymers by chemical reactions. Bower, D. I. and W. F. Maddams, 'The Vibrational Spectroscopy of Polymers', Cambridge University Press, New York, 1989. An introduction to the theory of vibrational spectroscopy and to its application in the study of synthetic polymers. Brown, P. P. and B. E. Read (eds.), 'Measurement Techniques for Polymeric Solids', Elsevier, New York, 1984. Selective publication of papers presented at the NPL conference which review techniques for characterizing the structures and physical behavior of plastics and rubbers and their suitability to industrial needs. Brydson, J. A., 'Flow Properties of Polymer Melts', 2nd edn., Goodwin, London, 1981. The book particularly intends to relate melt rheology to industrial polymer processing for the plastics technologist. Cheremisinoff, N. P., 'Product Design and Testing of Polymeric Materials', Dekker, New York, 1990. The book reviews test methods and gives an evaluation of the physical and processing performance properties of polymeric materials. Ciardelli, F. and P. Giusti (eds.), 'Structural Order in Polymers', Pergamon Press, New York, 1981. Proceedings of the International Symposium on Macromolecules, Florence, Italy, September 1980 dedicated to the memory of Natta with an introduction by Mark. The symposium outlines the main scientific and industrial achievements in the stereospecific polymerization of alkenes and dialkenes, and the relationship between physical properties and molecular structure. Cooper, A. R. (ed.), 'Determination of Molecular Weight', Wiley, New York, 1989. The status of the older methods of molecular weight determination and the theory and applications of some newer methods—phase distribution chromatography, field flow fractionation, supercritical fluid chromatography, among others—are reviewed. Cowie, J. M. G. (ed.), 'Alternating Copolymers', Plenum Press, New York, 1985. A compilation of the information on the mechanisms and kinetics of the reactions of alternation copolymers. Dawkins, J. V. (ed.), 'Developments in Polymer Characterisation', Applied Science, London, vols. 1-5, 1978-1986. This series presents critical reviews of the methods and techniques developed in this field in the last decade. Doi, M. and S. F. Edwards, 'The Theory of Polymer Dynamics', Clarendon Press, Oxford, 1986. The theories and dynamics of interacting polymers in the liquid state is explained. Dwight, D. W., T. J. Fabish and H. R. Thomas (eds.), 'Photon, Electron, and Ion Probes of Polymer Structure and Properties', ACS, Washington, DC, 1981. A summary of the fundamentals and applications of photon, electron and ion probes to polymers up to this time. El-Nokaly, M. A. (ed.), 'Polymer Association Structures: Microemulsions and Liquid Crystals', ACS, Washington, DC, 1989. The book discusses formation and characterization of microemulsions and the liquid crystalline phase of polymer association structures. Hall, L. H. (ed.), 'Structure of Crystalline Polymers', Elsevier, New York, 1984. The book emphasizes the experimental techniques used to study polymer structure, including use of the digital computer, wide angle X-ray diffraction^ electron microscopy, neutron scattering and X-ray scattering. Hiltner, A. (ed.), 'Structure-Property Relationships of Polymeric Solids', Plenum Press, New York, 1981. A symposium at the 55th American Chemical Society Meeting, Atlanta, March 1981 presented in honor of Baer who attempted to 'find relationships of solid state structure and hierarchy to the resultant properties from which specific functions are derived'. Hoyle, C. E. and J. M. Torkelson (eds.), 'Photophysics of Polymers', ACS, Washington, DC, 1987. Presents the current status of this subject. Hummel, D. O. and F. Scholl, 'Atlas of Polymer and Plastics Analysis', 2nd edn., Hanser, Deerfield Beach, FL, vols. 1 and 2, 1978; vol. 3, 1980. The subject areas covered by each volume are as follows: volume 1, polymers—structures and spectra; volume 2, plastics,fibers,rubbers and resins; and volume 3, additives and processing aids. Kaelble, D. H., 'Computer-aided design of Polymers and Composites', Dekker, New York, 1985. This book shows how the effects of temperature, stress, strain, time and environment on composite properties can be generated by mathematical simulation from atomic and molecular properties. Kaminsky, W. and H. Sinn (eds.), 'Transition Metals and Organometallics as Catalysts for Olefin Polymerization', Springer-Verlag, New York, 1987. The papers present an overview of, and further development into, the mechanism of catalysis to provide for new polyalkenes and copolymers with different properties.

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Kleintjens, L. A. and P. J. Lemstra (eds.), 'Integration of Fundamental Polymer Science and Technology', Elsevier, New York, 1986. Labana, S. S. and R. A. Dickie (eds.), 'Characterization of Highly Cross-linked Polymers', ACS, Washington, DC, 1984. Recent progress in areas of light scattering, fracture, molecular structure relationships, morphology and the dependence of properties of thermal history are among the topics discussed. Ladik, J. J., 'Quantum Theory of Polymers as Solids', Plenum Press, New York, 1988. The book summarizes the different quantum mechanical methods developed in the last 20 years on the structure of polymers. Lemstra, P. J. and L. A. Kleintjens (eds.), 'Integration of Fundamental Polymer Science and Technology—2', Elsevier, New York, 1988. Discussions by academic, industrial and engineering participants on many aspects of polymer technology from chemistry to processing. McArdle, C. B. (ed.), 'Side Chain Liquid Crystal Polymers', Chapman and Hall, New York, 1989. A description of these materials, through polymer formation and characterization, and potential end uses. McGrath, J. E. (ed.), 'Ring-Opening Polymerization', ACS, Washington, DC, 1985. A current view of kinetics, mechanisms and synthesis. Mark, J. E., A. Eisenberg, W. W. Graessley, L. Mandelkern and J. L. Koenig, 'Physical Properties of Polymers', ACS, Washington, DC, 1984. Basic concepts, current topics and projections for future research are given for rubber-like elasticity, the glassy, viscoelastic and crystalline states in polymers, and polymer spectroscopy. Messier, J., F. Kajzar, P. Prasad and D. Ulrich (eds.), 'Nonlinear Optical Effects in Organic Polymers', Kluwer, Norwell, MA, 1989. A NATO Advanced Research Workshop, the theory, properties and application of organic polymers to optical phenomena are discussed. Nagasawa, M. (ed.), 'Molecular Conformation and Dynamics of Macromolecules in Condensed Systems', Elsevier, New York, 1987. A collection of contributions based on lectures presented at the 1st Toyota Conference, Japan. Phillips, D. (ed.), 'Polymer Photophysics', Chapman and Hall, New York, 1985. Studies on luminescence spectroscopy to show molecular motion, order and excitation diffusion and energy transfer are presented. Prasad, P. N. and S. R. Ulrich (eds.), 'Nonlinear Optical and Electroactive Polymers', Plenum Press, New York, 1988. The use of these polymers for electronics and optical applications. Provder, T. and C. D. Craver (eds.), 'Polymer Characterization: Physical Property, Spectroscopic, and Chromatographic Methods, ACS, Washington, DC, 1990. Polymer fraction and particle size distribution, dynamic mechanical analysis, spectroscopy and morphology are discussed. Sawyer, L. C. and D. T. Grubb, 'Polymer Microscopy', Chapman and Hall, New York, 1987. The book provides basic microscopy techniques and specimen preparation methods that apply to polymers. Takemoto, K., Y. Inaki and R. M. Ottenbrite, 'Functional Monomers and Polymers', Dekker, New York, 1987. The chemistry and technology involved in functionalizing monomers, and the preparation and processing of polymers to serve specific needs. Tong, H.-M. and L. T. Nguyen (eds.), 'New Characterization Techniques for Thin Polymer Films', Wiley-Interscience, New York, 1990. This book provides a description of the instrumentation, principle of operation, areas of application and data analysis methods of the new techniques. Turi, E. A., 'Thermal Characterization of Polymeric Materials', Academic Press, New York, 1981. A reference source which details the scope of thermal analysis as applied to polymers. Vilcu, R. and M. Leca, 'Polymer Thermodynamics by Gas Chromatography', Elsevier, New York, 1989. The book presents the use of direct and inverse gas chromatography as tools for determining thermodynamic properties for macromolecular substances. Weiss, R. A. and C. K. Ober (eds.), 'Liquid-Crystalline Polymers', ACS, Washington, DC, 1990. This book studies the creation, physics and engineering aspects of LCPs. 6 POLYMER PROCESSING AND SPECIALTY POLYMERS Adams, R. D. and W. C. Wake, 'Structural Adhesive Joints in Engineering', Elsevier, New York, 1984. The book discusses stresses in joints, standard methods for the testing and preparation of adhesives and guides to their selection. Allen, K. W. (ed.), 'Adhesion', Elsevier, New York, vols. 1-13,1977-1988. Proceedings of the Annual Conference on Adhesion and Adhesives held at City University, London. The papers address contemporary developments and issues in this field.

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Astarita, G. and L. Nicolais (eds), 'Polymer Processing and Properties', Plenum Press, New York, 1984. Chapters deal with the shaping and nonshaping operations, properties and the relationship between properties and processing, and structural modeling of properties. Bassett, D. C. (ed.), 'Developments in Crystalline Polymers', Elsevier, New York, vols. 1-2, 1981 and 1988. Technical developments which contribute to their syntheses, liquid crystalline polymers and their applications are discussed. Bhattacharya, W. K. (ed.), 'Metal-Filled Polymers', Dekker, New York, 1986. The latest technologies in the field, properties and applications. Brydson, J. A., 'Rubber Materials and their Compounds', Elsevier, New York, 1988. The book reviews the polymers and the grades available, and the additives used in compounds. Carraher, C. E. and C. G. Gebelein (eds.), 'Biological Activities of Polymers', ACS, Washington, DC, 1982. Research into the medical and nonmedical applications of the biological activities of macromolecules (ACS Symp. Ser., no. 186). Chasin, M. and R. Langer (eds.), 'Biodegradable Polymers as Drug Delivery Systems', Dekker, New York, 1990. The book reviews the properties, synthesis and formulations of many polymers. Cheremisinoff, N. P., 'Polymer Mixing and Extrusion Technology', Dekker, New York, 1987. The fundamental concepts of mixing and extrusion are explained, mixers and mixing practices are outlined. Dick, J. S., 'Compounding Materials for the Polymer Industries', Noyes, Park Ridge, NJ, 1987. An overview of the materials and principles used to compound polymers for various industries, including plastics, rubber, adhesives and coatings. Dickie, R. A. and F. L. Floyd (eds.), 'Polymeric Materials for Corrosion Control', ACS, Washington, DC, 1986. This concerns the evaluation and selection of materials for use in corrosive environments. Elias, H.-G. and F. Vohwinkel, 'New Commercial Polymers 2', Gordon and Breach, New York, 1986. The book contains reports on the history, synthesis, properties and applications of over 80 new polymers developed between 1976 and 1984. El-Nokaly, M. A. (ed.), 'Polymer Association Structures: Microemulsions and Liquid Crystals', ACS, Washington, DC, 1989. The book discusses the formation and characterization of microemulsions and the liquid crystalline phase of polymer association structures. Feldman, D., 'Polymeric Building Materials', Elsevier, New York, 1989. The book is an introduction to polymer applications in the building industry for the civil and chemical engineering fields. Fouassier, J.-P. and J. F. Rabek (eds.), 'Lasers in Polymer Science and Technology: Applications', CRC Press, Boca Raton, FL, 1989. A four volume compilation of information on current research and developments in this field. Franta, I. (ed.), 'Elastomers and Rubber Compounding Materials', Elsevier, New York, 1989. Fundamental information on the production, properties and application of all basic materials used for formulation rubber compounds. Glass, J. E. (ed.), 'Polymers in Aqueous Media', ACS, Washington, DC, 1989. The structures and use of polyelectrolytes in a variety of applications. Surfactant-modified polymers are among subjects discussed. Hilyard, N. C. (ed.), 'Mechanics of Cellular Plastics', MacMillan, New York, 1982. The mechanical behavior of rigid and flexible cellular polymers is discussed, and the relationship between mechanical properties, structure and composition is shown. Hsieh, D. (ed.), 'Controlled Release Systems: Fabrication Technology', CRC Press, Boca Raton, FL, 1988 (two volumes). Drug delivery systems for currently marketed products and procedures still under development are discussed. Isayev, A. I. (ed.), 'Injection and Compression Molding Fundamentals', Dekker, New York, 1987. The book primarily discusses various aspects of molding thermoplastic polymers, then the molding process accompanied by polymerization or crosslinking, and the computer-aided design, engineering and manufacturing of molds. Ise, N. and I. Tabuchi, 'An Introduction to Speciality Polymers', Cambridge University Press, New York, 1983. The chemistry of speciality polymers is described, and some of their catalysts and transport phenomena. Lee, P. I. and W. R. Good (eds.), 'Controlled-Release Technology', ACS, Washington, DC, 1987. Delivery systems for pharmaceutical applications are described. Legge, N. R., G. Holden and H. Schroeder (eds.), 'Thermoplastic Elastomers, A Comprehensive Review', Oxford University Press, New York, 1988. Structure, properties and future trends are emphasized in the chapters each written by researchers who have contributed significantly to the science. Lutz, J. T. (ed.), 'Thermoplastic Polymer Additives', Dekker, New York, 1989. The modification of

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polymers through the use of external additives—colorants,fillers,plasticizers, smoke suppressants, etc.—is brought up to date. Macosko, C. W., 'RIM Fundamentals of Reaction Injection Molding', Hanser, New York, 1989. The book emphasizes fundamentals and discusses the operations of material delivery, mixing, mold filling, curing, for urethanes and nonurethanes, and reinforced RIM. Additional references are provided with each chapter. Margolis, J. M., 'Instrumentation for Thermoplastics Processing', Hanser, New York, 1988. Principles and practices for materials suppliers, processors and equipment companies. Moore, G. R. and D. E. Kline, 'Properties and Processing of Polymers for Engineers', Prentice-Hall, Englewood Cliffs, NJ, 1984. An introduction to polymers for mechanical and industrial engineering students. Morton-Jones, D. H., 'Polymer Processing', Chapman and Hall, New York, 1989. An introduction to polymer processing. Noble, R. D. and J. D. Way (eds.), 'Liquid Membranes', ACS, Washington, DC, 1987. State of the art papers on theory and applications. Ottenbrite, R. M., L. A. Utracki and S. Inoue (eds.), 'Current Topics in Polymer Science', Hanser, New York, 1987. Selections by the organizers of the three Sponsoring societies of the International Congress of Pacific Basin Societies in areas of prime developments in polymer science: biological application of polymers, ionic polymerization, spectroscopy, molecular dynamics, rheology and processing of polymers and multiphase systems. Pearson, J. R. A., 'Mechanics of Polymer Processing', Elsevier, New York, 1985. Continuum mechanics is emphasized—complex flow fields, continuous processes and cyclic processes are given. Pearson, J. R. A. and S. M. Richardson (eds.), 'Computational Analysis of Polymer Processing', Applied Science, New York, 1983. Various physical phenomena that occur in polymer treatment processes are simulated and methods for overcoming these difficulties are described. Peppas, N. A. (ed.), 'Hydrogels in Medicine and Pharmacy', CRC Press, Boca Raton, FL, 1986 (three volumes). This work covers the following areas: Volume 1, Fundamentals; Volume 2, Polymers; Volume 3, Properties and Applications. Powell, P. C, 'Engineering with Polymers', Chapman and Hall, New York, 1983. The book introduces the terminology and technology, describes properties and materials, and the effects of processing. Provder, T. (ed.), 'Computer Applications in Applied Polymer Science IF, ACS, Washington, DC, 1989. The focus is on the implementation of new computer technologies in research and develop­ ment and problem solving. Randell, D. R. (ed.), 'Radiation Curing of Polymers', CRC Press, Boca Raton, FL, 1987. A review of the progress in this field. Rauwendaal, C, 'Polymer Extrusion', Hanser, New York, 1986. Explains the extrusion theory, and describes different types of extruders and their instrumentation, the character of the polymers being processed, and some practical applications. Reichmanis, E., S. A. MacDonald and T. Iwayanagi (eds.), 'Polymers in Microlithography: Materials and Processes', ACS, Washington, DC, 1989. Advances in radiation chemistry are discussed, and their application to resist materials for optical, electron and X-ray lithography. Seymour, R. B. and H. F. Mark (eds.), 'Organic Coatings: Their Origin and Development', Elsevier, New York, 1990. Proceedings of the International Symposium on the History of Organic Coatings, held in Miami Beach, September 1989. Sorbie, K. S., 'Polymers in Improved Oil Recovery', CRC Press, Boca Raton, FL, 1990. Discusses polymer flooding, and the types and structures of polymers used. Stevens, M. J., 'Extruder Principles and Operation', Elsevier, New York, 1985. The book summarizes the principles of single screw extrusion processes for plastics and rubbers, practical performance and operating procedures. Takemoto, K., Y. Inaki and R. M. Ottenbrite (eds.), 'Functional Monomers and Polymers: Pro­ cedures, Synthesis, Applications', Dekker, New York, 1987. The book is an overview of some of the unique polymer functions achieved, and the basic procedures for the preparation of these materials. Ward, I. M. (ed.), 'Developments in Oriented Polymers', Applied Science, New Jersey, vols. 1-2, 1982 and 1987. Areas of particular progress in oriented polymers are selected for review. Additional references accompany each chapter. Whelan, A. and K. S. Lee (eds.), 'Developments in Rubber Technology', Applied Science, London, vols. 1-4,1979-1985. The volumes review the position in major areas of the manufacture and use of rubber products.

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Zeigler, J. M. and F. W. G. Fearon (eds.), 'Silicon-Based Polymer Science: A Comprehensive Resource', ACS, Washington, DC, 1990. A reference volume that covers silicones, polysilanes, ceramic precursor polymers, polymers with pendant silicon and silicon-based supramolecular structures. 7

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Biesenberger, J. A. (ed.), 'Devolatilization of Polymers', Macmillan, New York, 1983. Equipment, process mechanisms, models and applications. Biesenberger, J. A. and D. H. Sebastian, 'Principles of Polymerization Engineering', Wiley, New York, 1983. Concepts and principles that are used in the design, scaling and modification of polymerization processes are described. Bovey, F. A. and F. H. Winslow (eds.), 'Macromolecules: An Introduction to Polymer Science', Academic Press, New York, 1979. A treatment of all phases of macromolecular chemistry and physics at the undergraduate level. Calvert, K. O. (ed.), 'Polymer Latices and their Applications', Macmillan, New York, 1983. Written by industrial experts, it presents the latest commercial aspects of international polymer latex technology. Chien, J. C. W., 'Coordination Polymerization', Academic Press, New York, 1975. A memorial to Ziegler who discovered the catalyst system that made it possible to polymerize ethylene at low pressure to linear, high density polyethylene. Dragutan, V., A. T. Balaban and M. Dimonie, 'Olefin Metathesis and Ring-Opening Polymerization of Cyclo-Olefins', Wiley-Interscience, New York, 1985. The scientific and applied aspects of this topic are discussed and the literature is reviewed. Erusalimskii, B. L., 'Mechanisms of Ionic Polymerization: Current Problems', Consultants Bureau, New York, 1986. An analysis of modern views on the mechanism of formation of macromolecules in ionic systems. Fontanille, M. and A. Guyot (eds.), 'Recent Advances in Mechanistic and Synthetic Aspects of Poly­ merization', Kluwer, Norwell, MA, 1987. Proceedings of a NATO Advances Workshop to discuss the latest polymerization methods, catalysis and media. Henderson, J. N. and T. C. Bouton (eds.), 'Polymerization Reactors and Processes', ACS, Washington, DC, 1979. Based on a symposium of the ACS and AIChE, the papers mainly discuss models which enable processes to be predicted and controlled, and the hardware for the processes. Hoyle, C. E. and J. F. Kinstle (eds.), 'Radiation Curing of Polymeric Materials', ACS, Washington, DC, 1990. Developments in cationic polymerization, laser-initiated polymerization and high energy radiation curing are discussed. Ivin, J. and T. Saegusa (eds.), 'Ring-Opening Polymerization', Elsevier, New York, 1984 (three volumes). The first two volumes review ring-opening polymerization and the third volume includes author and subject indices. Morton, M., 'Anionic Polymerization: Principles and Practice', Academic Press, New York, 1983. Describes the nature of the anionic mechanism of polymerization, and applications of the process in polymer synthesis. Piirma, I. (ed.), 'Emulsion Polymerization', Academic Press, New York, 1982. The current work on this subject is outlined. Platzer, M. A. J., (ed.), 'Polymer Manufacturing, Technology and Health Effects', Noyes, Park Ridge, NJ, 1986. Randall, J. C. (ed.), 'NMR and Macromolecules: Sequences, Dynamic, and Domain Structure', ACS, Washington, DC, 1984. The book honors Frank Bovey of Bell Laboratories, and presents the latest techniques in this field. Riechert, K. H. and W. Geiseler (eds.), 'Polymer Reaction Engineering: Influence of Reaction Engineering on Polymer Properties', MacMillan, New York, 1983. Shows the effect of polymer reaction engineering on the properties of the polymers produced. 8

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Benhkm, J. I. and J. F. Kinstle (eds.), 'Chemical Reactions on Polymers', ACS, Washington, DC, 1988. Presents the recent achievements in reactive polymers, new synthesis routes, surface modi­ fication, specialty polymers, modification for analytical characterization and for functionalization (ACS Symp. Ser., no. 364)

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Carraher, C. E. and J. A. Moore (eds.), 'Modification of Polymers', Plenum Press, New York, 1983. The book includes reactions and preparations of copolymers, block and graft copolymers and condensation reactions. Cullis, C. F. and M. M. Hirschiler, 'The Combustion of Organic Polymers', Clarendon Press, Oxford, 1981. Some of the properties of natural and synthetic polymers are outlined, the hazards associated with burning polymers, the different stages of burning and ways of reducing polymer flammability are described. Dickie, R. A., S. S. Labana and R. S. Bauer (eds.), 'Cross-Linked Polymers: Chemistry, Properties and Applications', ACS, Washington, DC, 1988. The book deals with current topics in network formation, deformation, fatigue, fracture and recent advances in crosslinking chemistry. Eisenberg, L. A. and F. E. Bailey (eds.), 'Coulombic Interactions in Macromolecular Systems', ACS, Washington, DC, 1986. The structure and application of ion-containing polymers and their effect on the properties of macromolecules. Goddard, E. D. and R. Vincent (eds.), 'Polymer Adsorption and Dispersion Stability', ACS, Washington, DC, 1984. Papers are presented on the general topic of polymer adsorption and stabilization/destabilization. They include aqueous and nonaqueous systems, and natural and synthetic polymers. Grassi, N. (ed.), 'Developments in Polymer Degradation', Applied Science, London, vols. 1-6, 1979-1985. Current developments in polymer degradation by prominent and active investigators are reviewed. They include a range of topics. Guven, O. (ed.), 'Crosslinking and Scission in Polymers', Kluwer, Boston, 1990. This main lectures given at the NATO ASI held in Kemer, Antalya, Turkey, September 1988, to survey the available techniques and alternative ways of using conventional methods of analysis. Hoyle, C. E. and J. F. Kinstle (eds.), 'Radiation Curing of Polymeric Materials', ACS, Washington, DC, 1990. Sections cover photoinitiators, photocurable systems, properties of radiation-cured materials, photodegradation, laser-initiated polymerization and high energy radiation curing. Jones, F. R. (ed.), Tnterfacial Phenomena in Composite Materials '89', Butterworth, London, 1989, Proceedings of an international conference, it consists of papers on interfaces in polymer matrix composites. Klemchuk, P. P. (ed.), 'Polymer Stabilization and Degradation', ACS, Washington, DC, 1985. A review of the development of the hindered amine stabilizers. Kramer, O. (ed.), 'Biological and Synthetic Polymer Networks', Elsevier, New York, 1988. Selected papers from the 8th Polymer Networks Group Meeting, Elsinore, Denmark, on the formation, characterization and properties of polymer networks, with special attention to biological networks and to the swelling of polymer networks. Lazar, M., T. Bleha and J. Rychly, 'Chemical ^Reactions of Natural and Synthetic Polymers', Wiley, New York, 1989. An introduction to the main principles of chemical reactions of macromolecules in order to open the door for new technologies. Reichmanis, E. and J. H. O'Donnell (eds.), 'The Effects of Radiation on High Technology Polymers', ACS, Washington, DC, 1989. Emphasizes the ongoing basic and applied research in this area. Riew, C. K. (ed.), 'Rubber-Toughened Plastics', ACS, Washington, DC, 1989. The book discusses the development of toughness improvements for both thermosets and thermoplastics. Scott, G. (ed.), 'Developments in Polymer Stabilisation', Applied Science, London, vols. 1-8, 1979-1987. A series of books that review the progress in the development of practical stabilizing systems for many polymers. Winnik, M. A. (ed.), 'Photophysical and Photochemical Tools in Polymer Science', Reidel, Dordrecht, 1986. Conformation, dynamics and morphology.

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Alper, J. and G. L. Nelson, 'Polymeric Materials: Chemistry for the Future', ACS, Washington, DC, 1989. The book discusses the growth of the polymer industry over the past 50 years, what the basic polymers are and why they developed, some of its problems, and the trend toward inter­ nationalization of the industry. Carra, S., F. Parisi, I. Pasquon and P. Pino (eds.), 'Giulio Natta: Present Significance of His Scientific Contribution', Ed Chim, Milan, 1982. The contributions of Natta, known particularly for his work in stereospecific polymerization, is detailed in the order in which his research was initiated. Elias, H.-G. (ed.),'Trends in Macromolecular Science', Gordon and Breach, New York, 1973. On the occasion of the dedication of this symposium series, this publication contains the special lectures

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presented by Flory, Overberger and Sannes, Calvin, Lyman, Andrews and Alfrey (Midi. Macromol. Monogr., no. 1). McMillan, F. M., The Chain Straighteners', MacMillan Press, London, 1981. An account of the discoveries and developments which have resulted in the growth in the production of high polymers. Martuscelli, E., C. Marchetta and L. Nicolais (eds.), 'Future Trends in Polymer Science and Technology—Polymers: Commodities or Specialties?', Technomic, Lancaster, 1987. An Inter­ national Workshop concludes there will be a growing demand for specialty polymers and their modified compounds as structural replacements for metals. Morawetz, H., 'Polymers: The Origins and Growth of a Science', Wiley, New York, 1985. The material is divided into three parts: the early part up to World War I that deals with the early observations of polymerization; next the classic period from 1914-1942; and the third period from 1942-1960 when the science reached full maturity. Morris, P. J. T., The American Synthetic Rubber Research Program, University of Pennsylvania Press, Philadelphia, 1989. Details of the history of the government-funded synthetic rubber research program, 1942-1956. Proskauer, E. S. (ed.), 'Benchmark Papers in Polymer Chemistry', Dowden, Hutchinson & Ross, Stroudsburg, PA, 1978. The series sets out to provide the practitioner with the original literature in the study of polymer structure, behavior and properties. Volume 1: Hermans, J. J. (ed.), 'Polymer Solution Properties'; Part I, Statistics and Thermodynamics; Part II, Hydrodynamics and Light Scattering. Seymour, R. B. (ed.), 'Pioneers in Polymer Science', Kluwer, Boston, 1989. The proceedings of an ACS Symposium that is dedicated to the 12 Nobel Laureate polymer scientists and 11 other scientists who have been largely responsible for the development of polymer science. Chapters are written by Stahl, Mark, Sperling, Fisher, Marvel, Carraher and Pauling, and detail the contributions made by pre 20th century polymer pioneers to the modern scientists in the areas of plastics, fibers, inorganic polymers, elastomers and engineering polymers. Seymour, R. B. and G. S. Kirshenbaum (eds.), 'High Performance Polymers: Their Origin and Development', Elsevier, New York, 1986. Proceedings of the Symposium on the History of High Performance Polymers of the American Chemical Society Meeting held in New York, April 1986. Reviews include: engineering thermoplastics—polyamides, polyesters, acetal styrenics, sulfurcontaining polymers, poly(aryl ether ketones), poly(ether imides); blends and alloys; liquid crystalline polymers; fluoroplastics; thermosets; fibers, carbon fibers, polybenzimidazoles; elastomers; high barrier packaging materials. Seymour, R. S. (ed.), 'History of Polymer Science and Technology', Dekker, New York, 1982. A series of articles first published in the 'Journal of Macromolecular Science' that details the events leading to the age of polymers. Accounts of fibers, elastomers, plastics, coatings, adhesives and foams are also presented. Stahl, G. A. (ed.), 'Polymer Science Overview: A Tribute to Herman F. Mark', ACS, Washington, DC, 1981. Proceedings of a Symposium at the 180th American Chemical Society Meeting, Las Vegas, August 1980 to honor Herman F. Mark's 85th birthday. Special papers were presented in tribute to Professor Mark, as well as overviews of many topics of polymer science. Staudinger, H., 'From Organic Chemistry to Macromolecules: A Scientific Autobiography Based on My Original Papers', Wiley-Interscience, New York, 1970. (A translation of Herman Staudinger's 'Arbeitserinnerungen', published by Guthig, Heidelberg, 1961.) An historical review of the beginnings of macromolecular chemistry in the collected papers of Staudinger, Nobel Prize winner, teacher and 'apostle' for the 'new branch of organic chemistry'. Vogl, O. and E. H. Immergut (eds.), 'Polymer Science in the Next Decade: Trends, Opportunities, PrO/tnises', Wiley, New York, 1987. An international symposium honoring Herman F. Mark on his/90th birthday, it emphasizes trends in the development of polymer science in the future and forecasts new developments and new directions.