Rheological Properties of Polymers: Structure and Morphology of Molten Polymer Blends

Sadiku-Agboola, O. and Sadiku, Rotimi Emmanuel and Adegbola, Adesola Taoreed and Biotidara, O.F. (2011) Rheological Properties of Polymers: Structure and Morphology of Molten Polymer Blends. Materials Sciences and Applications, 2. pp. 30-41.

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Abstract

The article reviews a brief literature on the rheological properties of polymer melts and blends. Experimental results on polymer blends are summarized. Technically, vital types of multi-phase polymers such as compounds and blends are discussed. The importance of the rheological properties of polymer mixtures in the development of the phase structure is discussed. And the importance of considering the stress and/or strain history of a material sample in a rheological investigation is discussed. Finally, the outlook on the past, present and future developments in the field of polymer rheology are given. The review concludes with a brief discussion on the opportunities and challenges in the field of polymer blends and blend rheology.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Polymer Melts, Polymer Blends, Miscible Polymer Blends, Immiscible Polymer Blends, Compatibilization, Rheological Properties and Phase Structures
Subjects:	T Technology > T Technology (General) T Technology > TP Chemical technology
Divisions:	Faculty of Engineering, Science and Mathematics > School of Engineering Sciences
Depositing User:	Mrs Hannah Akinwumi
Date Deposited:	21 Mar 2017 11:34
Last Modified:	21 Mar 2017 11:35
URI:	http://eprints.covenantuniversity.edu.ng/id/eprint/7987

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