Engineered Polyvinyl Pyrrolidone Products by Microwave Techniques: Processing, Characterization, and Applications

This book is an indispensable guide to customizing polyvinyl pyrrolidone (PVP) properties through derivatization using microwave techniques. The book showcases the benefits of microwave radiation in polymerization, providing consistency and reproducibility without altering the polymer structure. It covers the successful modifications achieved and underscores the unique advantages of these techniques. The book delves into diverse applications of these specialized plastics in agriculture, medicine, and consumer products. It also discusses scaling up synthesis processes for commercial production, making it a valuable reference for understanding the potential of engineered polymeric materials.

Explores the development of a variety of smart polymer derivatives with tailored properties

Showcases the customization achieved through a simple, highly efficient, and cost-effective microwave radiation technique utilizing free radical polymerization reactions

Features multiple applications of engineered polyvinyl pyrrolidone products across diverse fields