Viscosimetry of Polymers and Polyelectrolytes

1 Introduction and Objective.- 2 Basic Concepts.- 3 Execution of Viscosity Measurements.- 4 The Intrinsic Viscosity.- 5 Parameters Affecting the Intrinsic Viscosity.- 6 Viscosimetric Determination of the Molar Mass.- 7 Determination of the Polymer Coil Dimensions from the Intrinsic Viscosity.- 8 A Deeper Insight Into Viscosimetry.- 9 List of References.- 10 Subject Index.

"Da es derzeit kein modernes Buch gibt, das dieses für Forschung und Industrie nützliche Gebiet in gestraffter Form beschreibt, ist es sehr zu begrüßen, dass die Autoren in knapper, aber gut lesbarer und unmittelbar für die Praxis bestimmter Weise die Durchführung und Auswertung viskosimetrischer Messungen erläutern."

Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Dietrich Braun Zeitschrift: Kunststoffe, Heft 11, S. 13

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" The data provided from primary sources throughout the text is presented clearly in the form of numerous figures and tables. The data is extensive without being overwhelming and, in most cases, it is highly illustrative of the principles or techniques being described. References to primary sources are adequate."...."A copy of this book is highly recommended for any group or scientist routinely involved in polymer molecular weight analysis and recommended for the library of any institution teaching (or training) in polymer analytical techniques."
S.J. Holder
Journal : Polymer International Society of Chemical Industry, Vol. 54, p. 615-616

"The little booklet ... addresses in a short but comprehensive way the principles and measurement techniques behind polymer viscosimetry, in particular the intrinsic viscosity of dilute polymers and polyelectrolytes. ... The focus of 'Viscosimetry of Polymers and Polyelectrolytes' goes beyond an extended introduction by addressing experimental requirements and a comprehensive interpretation. ... The book can be recommended to scientists, technicians, or anyone working with polymer solutions, polyelectrolytes, and biopolymers such as hydrocolloids and proteins." (Applied Rheology, Vol. 15 (3), 2005)

"This book describes the theory and application of viscosimetry to the field of molecular weight and shape analysis and should occupy a well deserved niche in the polymer analysis textbook field. ... The data provided from primary sources throughout the text is presented clearly in the form of numerous figures and tables. The data is extensive without being overwhelming ... . References to primary sources are adequate. ... A copy of this book is highly recommended ... . A little gem in many ways." (SJ Holder, Polymer International Society of Chemical Industry, Vol. 54, 2005)

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