Spherulites are the main morphological form of polymers crystallized from melts. The phase transformation kinetics is of primary importance for technological profit, as the crystallization mechanism ...
A thorough understanding of the kinetics of crystallization facilitates the development of new polymer materials. Raman spectroscopy is very well suited to the study of property/structure/process ...
In the context of polymer crystallization there are several still open and often controversially debated questions. The present volume addresses issues such as novel general views and concepts which ...
The crystallization process is initiated by a certain degree of cooling and begins with nucleation followed by growth. Heterogeneous nucleation is more common in polymers and can be accelerated by ...
The global bio-based polymers market is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14% between 2022 and 2027. It currently represents a small fraction of the total production volume ...
Different from small molecules, polymers will fold into lamellar crystals during crystallization and further assemble into lamellar stacks. Synchrotron small-angle X-ray scattering (SAXS) is an ...
Nature: Estimation of polymer nucleation and growth rates by overall DSC crystallization rates
Estimation of polymer nucleation and growth rates by overall DSC crystallization rates
Science Daily: Oyster shells inspire new method to make superstrong, flexible polymers
Research groups supported by industry tackle the challenges of continuous crystallization and process analytical technology. Continuous processing is attracting attention in the manufacture of both ...
News Medical: Understanding how a polymer inhibits ice re-crystallization could guide design of new cryoprotectants
Understanding how a polymer inhibits ice re-crystallization could guide design of new cryoprotectants