Introduction to polymer viscoelasticity

Now in its fourth edition, this textbook remains a classic of molecular viscoelasticity, assuming a molecular approach, and bridges the gap between primers on polymer science and advanced research-level monographs. Completely revised and updated, the fourth edition of this classic text continues to offer the reader a thorough understanding of viscoelastic behavior, essential for the proper utilization of polymers.Explains principles, corresponding equations, and experimental methods with supporting real-life applications Adds coverage of measurement techniques (nano-indentation, atomic force microscopy (AFM), and diffusing wave spectroscopy (DWS)), biopolymer viscoelasticity, and the relationship between mechanical polymer properties and viscoelastic functions Has two new ections to address modern areas of viscoelastic measurement: large amplitude oscillatory shear (LAOS) and microrheology Includes problems in the text and an Instructor's Manual (including solutions) available for adopting professors Prior edition reviews: "The book is clear written and.[is] appropriate for students in introductory undergraduate courses and for others wanting introduction to the fundamentals of the subject." (CHOICE, December 2005); "This book is invariably well written, logically organized and easy to follow...I highly recommend this book to anyone studying polymer viscoelasticity." (Polymer News, December 2005)

Previous edition: 2005

Introduction -- Phenomenological treatment of viscoelasticity -- Viscoelastic models -- Time temperature correspondence -- Transitions and relaxation in amorphous polymers -- Elasticity of runnery networks -- Dielectric and NMR methods -- Answers to selected problems