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Binding: HardcoverDewey Decimal Number: 530.413 EAN: 9780198520597 ISBN: 019852059X Label: Oxford University Press, USA Manufacturer: Oxford University Press, USA Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 454 Publication Date: June 26, 2003 Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA Studio: Oxford University Press, USA Editorial Review: Product Description: Polymer Physics thoroughly details the fundamental concepts of polymer melts, solutions, and gels in terms of both static structure and dynamics. It goes beyond other introductory polymer texts, deriving the essential tools of the physical polymer chemist or engineer without skipping any steps. The book is divided into four parts. Part One summarizes the necessary concepts of a first course on polymers and covers the conformations of single polymer chains. Part Two deals with the thermodynamics of polymer solutions and melts, including chain conformations in those states. Part Three applies the concepts of Part Two to the formation and properties of polymer networks. Part Four explains the essential aspects of how polymers move in both melt and solution states. The text assumes a working knowledge of calculus, physics, and chemistry, but no prior knowledge of polymers. It is ideal for upper-level undergraduate and first-year graduate courses in Condensed Matter Physics, Soft Materials, and Polymers. Features Presents established results in an easily accessible way Emphasizes physical insight rather than mathematical rigor Provides detailed experimental sections at the end of each chapter Includes more than 200 illustrations and 350 exercises Average Rating:
 Rating: - valuableThe book is an excellent introduction to statistical polymer physics. Its great strength is that it offers a mathematical treatment of polymer physics with a minimum of mathematics i.e. only dimensional analysis and simple ordinary differential equations. In addition, one needs to have an introductory course in equilibrium statistical physics (statistical thermodynamics). It is valuable to both academics and industrial practitioners, since it represents a ... Read More Rating: - Awesome Book for the Physical Understanding of Polymeric BehaviourFrom the equations of Flory-Huggins to the fractal nature of polymer confirmations, this book covers everything you need to know about the physical nature of polymers. Rating: - One of the best introductory polymer physics bookMy title tells everything. This book is one of the best one if you are new to the field. You need to know Calculus, Thermodynamics and Statistical physics and then read through the pages. Not too detailed nor too brief. I suggest the book to seniors and grad level students. Rating: - Current and comprehensive textbookPolymer Physics by Michael Rubinstein and Raplh Colby is a fascinating introduction to the realm of polymer statics, dynamics and phase behavior. It embodies the depth of Flory's classic text on Principals of Polymer Chemistry, classic delight of de Gennes' Scaling concepts in Polymers and the rigor of Theory of Polymer Dynamics by Doi and Edwards. The authors manage to do this with a textbook authority and clarity, which definitely makes this book a definite buy for anyone interested in polymer physics. ... Read More Rating: - Polymer Physics Bible...As a polymer physicist, among other things (mechanical engineer/tribologist) I can tell you that this is must for anybody trying to understand polymer physics. Whether you are a scientist or worked in applied sciences (engineering) this will make a great text book and reference. |
