Thermoplastic Foam Processing presents the latest research in foam extrusion and physical foaming agents with a strong focus on the interaction of material components in the foaming process

Features:

• Includes up-to-date research in foam extrusion and physical foaming agents
• Covers chemical and physical aspects of blowing agents and polymeric materials
• Provides a strong focus on materials interaction in foaming process
• Identifies in-line monitoring as a valuable complement to the data generated off-line
• Suggests fresh ideas that still need dedicated efforts to be explored

Contents

• Solubility and Diffusivity
• Rheological Behavior Relevant to Extrusion Foaming
• Polymer Blending Technology in Foam Processing
• Research on Alternative Blowing Agents
• Investigating Foam Processing
• The Relationship between Morphology and Mechanical Properties in Thermoplastic Foams

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