Nucleation of Polymers

Crystallization Fundamentals and Applications
Erscheinungsjahr 2026
ISBN: 978-0-443-33228-9
Verlag: Elsevier Science

Buch, Englisch, 480 Seiten, Format (B × H): 191 mm x 235 mm, Gewicht: 449 g

Nucleation of Polymers: Crystallization Fundamentals and Applications provides a comprehensive overview of the crystallization process, examining both heterogeneous and homogeneous nucleation in polymers and highlighting the role of selective nucleating agents, which are crucial additives that enhance the processability and performance of various thermoplastic polymers. The book is structured into three parts, beginning with foundational theories that cover essential concepts such as physical structure alignment, self-nucleation, and interactions with additives. The second part applies these theoretical insights to important polymer classes, including polyamides, polyesters, and bio-based thermoplastics, providing practical examples of nucleation in action.

The final section addresses key aspects of processing and sustainability, including the effects of cooling and quenching on nucleation efficiency and the implications for property design and recycling. This is an invaluable resource for advanced students, researchers, scientists, and engineers seeking to understand nucleation theory and practical polymer applications.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Gahleitner, Markus

Tranchida, Davide

Fachgebiete

• Technische Wissenschaften Maschinenbau | Werkstoffkunde Technische Mechanik | Werkstoffkunde
• Naturwissenschaften Physik Physik Allgemein
• Technische Wissenschaften Verfahrenstechnik | Chemieingenieurwesen | Biotechnologie Technologie der Kunststoffe und Polymere
• Technische Wissenschaften Verfahrenstechnik | Chemieingenieurwesen | Biotechnologie Technologie der Textilverarbeitung und Faserverarbeitung
• Naturwissenschaften Chemie Physikalische Chemie Chemische Kristallographie

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Part 1. Fundamentals, theoretical concepts and methods
1. Basic concepts. Physical structure alignment and epitaxy
2. Primary and secondary nucleation
3. Self-nucleation in competition to external nucleation
4. The special case of clarifiers. Dispersion by dissolution
5. Nucleation through branching and crosslinking
6. Interactions with other additives. Promotion and inhibition
7. Experimental techniques for quantifying nucleation and its kinetics
8. Modelling and simulation of nucleation processes

Part 2. Applications to selected polymer classes
9. Polypropylene homo- and copolymers
10. Polyethylene and other polyolefins
11. Polyamides and Polyesters
12. Specialty polymers
13. Bio-based and biodegradable thermoplastics
14. Polymer blends and multiphase systems
15. Composites and nanocomposites with fillers and fibers

Part 3. Aspects of processing and sustainability
16. Cooling and quenching effects on nucleation efficiency
17. Interaction between external nucleation and flow-induced crystallization
18. Property design by nucleation. Mechanics, optics and beyond
19. Nucleation effects in novel conversion processes
20. Sustainability and recycling aspects of nucleation

Über Autor(innen)

Gahleitner, Markus
Dr. Gahleitner holds a PhD (Dr. techn.) in Chemical Engineering from Johannes Kepler University (JKU) Linz, Austria. With over 30 years of experience in research, Dr. Gahleitner has made significant contributions to the field of polymer science and technology, authoring numerous papers papers and contributing to several books. Additionally, Dr. Gahleitner holds over 80 patents, reflecting a strong commitment to innovation and advancement in the field.

Tranchida, Davide
Dr. Tranchida earned a PhD in Physics from the University of Palermo, Italy, and completed post-doctoral research at the University of Twente in the Netherlands, the Max Planck Institute, Germany, and the University of Siegen, also in Germany. Since joining Borealis in 2011, Dr. Tranchida has contributed significantly to the field, several papers and book chapters focused on the morphology and thermal analysis of polymers.