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Description:
Research into “smart rubbers”, i.e. elastomeric materials that respond to external stimuli, has increased dramatically recently, predominantly due to the growing need for improved materials for new applications. This book aims to provide an overview over the field of smart rubber research. Examples of the various components involved in smart rubbers are highlighted and discussed. Different types of stimuli and numerous applications are explained. Smart materials are key to the push for more sustainable chemical products. Gives numerous examples of real-world applications.
Frontmatter -- Preface -- Contents -- 1. Sustainability in the design of rubber materials -- 2. Environment-sensing rubbers -- 3. Optically active elastomers -- 4. Shape-memory elastomers -- 5. Magnetorheological elastomers -- 6. Dielectric elastomers -- 7. Future outlook -- Abbreviations -- Index