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Novel Techniques for the Preparation of Shape-Memory Polymers, Polymer Blends and Composites at Micro and Nanoscales

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Shape Memory Polymers, Blends and Composites

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Shape-memory polymers (SMPs) are one type of smart materials that are capable to recover from a “fixed” temporary shape to a “memorized” original shape under external stimulus. This chapter provides a comprehensive overview about the preparation methods of shape-memory polymers, polymer blends, and composites. Following a brief introduction of SMPs, the strategies for the preparation of conventional SMPs such as chemical cross-linking of thermoplastic polymers, single-step polymerization of monomers/prepolymers with cross-linkers, one-step synthesis of phase-segregated block copolymers are reviewed. Next, the notable recent progress in SMP blends are systemically studied including direct blending of different polymers, addition of a third component into blends, novel processing methods, etc. Third, the researches in SMP composites including reinforcement effect, indirect thermal stimuli-responsive effects, novel shape-memory effect, and functional applications are discussed. Finally, the current challenges and future advancements of SMP blends and composites are proposed.

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Qi, Xd., Wang, Y. (2020). Novel Techniques for the Preparation of Shape-Memory Polymers, Polymer Blends and Composites at Micro and Nanoscales. In: Parameswaranpillai, J., Siengchin, S., George, J., Jose, S. (eds) Shape Memory Polymers, Blends and Composites. Advanced Structured Materials, vol 115. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-13-8574-2_3

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