Encyclopedia of Polymer Degradation

George Wypych (ChemTec Publishing, Ontario, Canada)

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Chem Tec Publishing,Canada
16 June 2025

Plastics & polymers technology; Textile & fibre technology; Mechanical engineering

Encyclopedia of Polymer Degradation compiles research results for the most important and commonly-used polymers, identifying their unitary degradative chemical reactions, including the fate of products resulting from primary degradation which can influence further degradation mechanisms and rates. The book proposes potential mechanisms of reactions and chemical descriptions of the sequence for events for each degradation mode. It takes a knowledge-based approach with the aim of facilitating more effective prevention of waste and environmental pollution caused by material failures, and also discusses the limitations of typical weathering studies, challenges in lab-based weathering studies, and the importance of understanding various degradation mechanisms.

By: George Wypych (ChemTec Publishing Ontario Canada)
Imprint: Chem Tec Publishing,Canada
Country of Publication: Canada
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm,
Weight: 450g
ISBN: 9781774670484
ISBN 10: 1774670488
Pages: 350
Publication Date: 16 June 2025
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

1. Outdoor Stability of Polymeric Materials (Life Expectance) 2. Polymer Degradation Testing According to Standards: Methods of Exposure 3. Polymer Degradation Testing According to Standards: Stability Measures 4. Typical Examples of Real-Life Polymeric Material Damage 5. Examples of a Combination of Degradants for Polymeric Materials 6. Available Data for Polymer Degradation 7. General Testing Requirements for Polymer Degradation

George Wypych has a Ph.D. in chemical engineering. His professional expertise includes both university teaching (full professor) and research and development. He has published 18 books, 47 scientific papers, and he has obtained 16 patents. He specializes in polymer additives, polymer processing and formulation, material durability and the development of sealants and coatings.