n-Nylons
Their Synthesis, Structure and Properties
1. Edition June 1997
XIV, 598 Pages, Hardcover
Wiley & Sons Ltd
Short Description
Nylons are synthetic polyamide fibers possessing unique properties. This book details the synthesis, structure, and properties of the nylon families of chemicals-some of the most important chemicals in the world. It discusses the science and properties of nylons in general, then examines each family of nylons specifically.
This book describes the synthesis, structure and properties of the polyamide family known by the common term n-nylon. Both the chemistry and physics are combined, making it a unique contribution to literature in this field. After general chapters on thermodynamics, polycondensation and crystallinity, all nylons from n=1 to n=22 are discussed in detail and the book concludes with chapters discussing the similarities of different nylons and their technologically important properties.
INTRODUCTION AND GENERALITIES.
Nomenclature and Fundamental Structural Features.
A Little Thermodynamics.
SPECIFICS OF THE n-NYLONS.
N-Substituted 1-Nylons.
2-Nylons: Natural and Manufactured Structural Proteins.
3-Nylons.
The Higher Nylons: 13-Nylon to 22-Nylon.
MISCELLANEA.
N-Substituted and C-Substituted n-Nylons.
Miscibility of n-Nylons and Substituted n-Nylons.
Spectroscopic Identification of n-Nylons.
THE BACKBONE OF THE n-NYLON FAMILY: FROM STIFF AND EXTENDED TO FLEXIBLE AND FOLDABLE.
A Little Physics.
Some Effects of Main-Chain Flexibility.
Glossary.
Units and Some Conversion Factors.
Index.
