Abstract
Step-growth polymerization enables future technologies and molecular design of diverse macromolecular architectures ranging from tailored long-chain branching to segmented block copolymers. Scientists and engineers continue to advance the traditional families of step-growth polymers with novel synthetic strategies, unique processing scenarios, and tailored interfaces. Many step-growth polymers impart sustainability into emerging technologies, including bio-derived monomers and biodegradable compositions. New reaction pathways including Michael addition reactions, ionene polyelectrolytes, and click modification strategies have reenergized this field. This chapter focuses on the structure–property–performance relationships that continue to advance macromolecular science and engineering.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Title of host publication | Polymer Science |
| Subtitle of host publication | a Comprehensive Reference: Volume 1-10 |
| Publisher | Elsevier |
| Pages | 7-47 |
| Number of pages | 41 |
| Volume | 1-10 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9780080878621 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Jan 1 2012 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Block copolymers
- Click chemistry
- Copolymers
- Dendrimers
- Hyperbranching
- Ionenes
- Michael addition
- Polyamides
- Polycondensation
- Polyesters
- Polyimides
- Polyureas
- Polyurethanes
- Segmented copolymers
- Step-growth polymerization
- Sustainable
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Engineering
- General Materials Science
- General Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology