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, 10 Volume Set |
| Publisher | Elsevier |
| Pages | 7-47 |
| Number of pages | 41 |
| Volume | 5 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9780080878621 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - 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
- Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology(all)