Lloyd M. Robeson
Polymer Blends
A Comprehensive Review
Preface
8
Contents
10
1 Introduction
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1.1 General Overview
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1.2 Historical Review
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1.3 Overviewof the Book
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1.4 Definitions
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References
20
2 Fundamentals of Polymer Blends
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2.1 Thermodynamic Relationships
24
2.1.1 Combinatorial Entropy ofMixing
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2.1.2 Enthalpy ofMixing
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2.1.3 Flory-Huggins Theory
30
2.1.4 Equation of State Theories
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2.2 Phase Behavior
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2.2.1 Miscible versus Immiscible Blends
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2.2.2 Spinodal Decomposition and Nucleation and Growth
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2.3 Solubility Parameter Concepts
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2.4 Specific Interactions
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2.4.1 Hydrogen Bonding Interactions
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2.4.2 Dipole-Dipole Interactions
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2.4.3 Ion-Dipole and Ion-Ion Interactions
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2.4.4 Additional Specific Interactions
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2.5 Mean Field Theory and Intramolecular Repulsion Concepts
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2.6 Association Model
61
2.7 Interfacial Aspects
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2.8 AdditionalMethods of Predicting Polymer Phase Behavior
67
References
69
3 CompatibilizationMethods
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3.1 Introduction of Specific Interacting Groups
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3.2 In-Situ Polymerization Compatibilization
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3.3 Ternary Polymer Addition (Nonreactive)
83
3.4 Reactive Compatibilization
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3.4.1 Reactive Extrusion Compatibilization (Single Pass Extrusion)
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3.5 Interpenetrating Polymer Networks
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3.6 Crosslinking between Phases
100
3.7 Block Copolymer Addition
101
3.8 Polymer-Polymer Reactions
105
3.9 AdditionalMethods of Compatibilization
109
References
111
4 Types of Polymer Blends
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4.1 Methods of Blend Preparation/Processing
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4.2 Elastomer Blends
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4.3 Elastomer (Low T)g-HighModulus (High Tg) Impact Modified Polymer Blends
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4.4 Polymer Blends Containing Crystalline Polymers
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4.4.1 Crystalline Polymer-Amorphous Polymer Blends
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4.4.2 Crystalline-CrystallinePolymer Blends
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4.4.3 Isomorphic Polymer Blends
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4.5 Polyolefin Blends
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4.6 Engineering Polymer Blends
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4.6.1 Poly(PhenyleneOxide) Based Blends
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4.6.2 Aromatic Polycarbonate Based Blends
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4.6.3 Polyarylate Based Blends
160
4.6.4 Poly(Aryl Ether Ketone) Based Blends
161
4.6.5 Aromatic PolysulfoneBased Blends
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4.6.6 Polyamide Based Blends
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4.6.7 Polyimide Based Polymer Blends
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4.6.8 Poly(Phenylene Sulfide) Based Blends
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4.6.9 Miscellaneous Engineering Polymer Blends
166
4.7 Emulsion Blends
167
4.8 Liquid Crystalline Polymer Blends and Molecular Composites
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4.8.1 Liquid Crystalline Polymer Blends
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4.8.2 Molecular Composites
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4.9 Polymer Blends Containing Block Copolymers
179
4.10 Blends Based on Polystyrene and Styrene Copolymers
185
4.11 Blends Based on PMMA and (Meth)Acrylate Copolymers
192
4.12 Blends Based on PVC
195
4.13 Blends Involving Thermosetting Polymers
200
4.14 Water SolublePolymer Blends/PolyelectrolyteComplexes
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4.15 Biodegradable and Natural Polymer Based Blends
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4.15.1 Biodegradable Polymer Blends
211
4.15.2 Natural Polymer Blends
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4.16 Miscellaneous Blends
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4.16.1 Recycled Polymer Blends
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4.16.2 Conductive Polymer Blends
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4.16.3 Ternary Polymer Blends
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4.16.4 Miscellaneous Polymer Blends
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4.17 Polymer Blend Composites
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References
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5 Characterization of Polymer Blends
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5.1 Glass Transition
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5.2 DynamicMechanical Characterization
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5.3 CalorimetricMethods
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5.4 Dielectric Characterization
279
5.5 Morphology/Microscopy
284
5.5.1 OpticalMicroscopy
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5.5.2 Transmission ElectronMicroscopy (TEM)
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5.5.3 Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)
289
5.5.4 Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM)
291
5.5.5 Scanning TunnelingMicroscopy
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5.5.6 X-RayMicroscopy
293
5.6 Scattering Methods: Light,X-Ray,Neutron
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5.6.1 Light Scattering
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5.6.2 X-Ray Scattering
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5.6.3 Neutron Scattering
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5.6.4 Neutron Reflectivity
302
5.6.5 Neutron Spin Echo Spectroscopy
302
5.6.6 Other ScatteringMethods
302
5.7 Nuclear Magnetic Resonance
303
5.8 Spectroscopic Methods
309
5.8.1 Infrared Spectroscopy
309
5.8.2 UV-Visible Spectroscopy
314
5.8.3 Raman Spectroscopy
314
5.8.4 Fluorescence Spectroscopy:Non-Radiative Energy Transfer and Excimer Fluorescence
315
5.8.5 X-Ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy and Secondary Ion Mass Spectroscopy
318
5.9 Vapor Sorption and Solvent Probe Techniques
320
5.10 Positron Annihilation Spectroscopy
323
5.11 Characterization of Interfacial Properties
325
5.12 Miscellaneous Characterization Techniques
328
References
330
6 Properties of Polymer Blends
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6.1 Mechanical Properties
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6.2 Thermal Properties
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6.2.1 Crystallinity
364
6.2.2 Thermal Stability
371
6.3 Transport Properties
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6.3.1 Diffusion and Permeability of Gases
371
6.3.2 Transport inMiscible Blends
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6.3.3 Transport in Phase Separated Blends
373
6.3.4 Thermal Conductivity
377
6.4 Electrical Properties
377
6.5 Rheology and Processing of Polymer Blends
380
6.5.1 Rheology of Phase Separated Blends
383
References
387
7 Commercial Applications of Polymer Blends
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7.1 Commercial Elastomer Blends
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7.2 Commercial Polyolefin Blends
401
7.3 Commercial Engineering Polymer Blends
403
7.4 Impact Modified Blends
410
7.5 PVC Commercial Blends
412
7.6 Commercial Polymer Blends Comprising Styrenic Polymers
413
7.7 Commercial Polymer Blends Based on Acrylate Containing Polymers
414
7.8 Commercial Applications of Emulsion Blends
414
7.9 Miscellaneous Commercial Blends
416
7.10 Miscellaneous Patent Examples Suggesting Commercial Potential
419
References
420
8 Emerging Technology Involving Polymer Blends
428
8.1 Nanotechnology
428
8.1.1 Polymer/Polymer/Nanoparticle Composites
429
8.2 Electronics/Optoelectronics
430
8.2.1 Photovoltaic Applications
431
8.2.2 Light Emitting Diode Applications
433
8.2.3 Electrochromic Applications
434
8.2.4 Additional Electronics Applications
435
8.3 Electrically Conductive Polymers and Blends
436
8.4 Application of Supercritical Fluids in Polymer Blends
438
8.5 LithiumBattery Applications
439
8.6 Fuel Cell Materials Opportunities
441
8.7 Biomaterials/Biotechnology
443
8.8 Miscellaneous Applications of Polymer BlendTechnology in Emerging Technologies
446
References
446
Appendix
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Appendix 1
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Abbreviations
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Appendix 2
457
Acronyms
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Appendix 3
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Index
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