Handbook of Thermosetting Foams, Aerogels, and Hydrogels

Handbook of Thermosetting Foams, Aerogels, and Hydrogels: From Fundamentals to Advanced Applications

The book presents the latest on the preparation, characterization, properties, and applications of thermoset foams, aerogels, and hydrogels. It begins by introducing each of these concepts and their characteristics, current applications, potential for further development, and environmental impacts.

This is followed by three sections, each focusing on foams, aerogels, and hydrogels developed from a specific thermosetting polymer category, covering polyurethane, epoxy resins, and formaldehyde. In each section, detailed coverage includes preparation, structure, characterization, properties, processing, and applications based on material, along with key challenges in design, processing, implementation, and solutions.

This is a valuable resource for researchers and advanced students with an interest in thermoset lightweight materials across the disciplines of polymer science, chemistry, nanotechnology, materials science, and engineering. The book will also be of interest to R&D professionals, engineers, and scientists working with foams, hydrogels, and aerogels for a range of applications and industries.

Provides methodical coverage of polyurethane, epoxy, and formaldehyde-based foams, aerogels, and hydrogels

Explores a range of high-value applications across automotive and aerospace, defense, biomedicine, and other areas

Considers challenges in design, processing, and implementation, and environmental aspects such as biodegradability and recyclability