Provides an overview of the family of polyester polymers which
comprise an important group of plastics that span the range of
commodity polymers to engineering resins. It describes the
preparation, properties and applications of polyesters. Readers
will also find details on polyester-based elastomers, biodegradable
aliphatic polyester, liquid crystal polyesters and unsaturated
polyesters for glass-reinforced composites.
* Presents an overview of the most recent developments.
* Explores synthesis, catalysts, processes, properties and
applications.
* Looks at emerging polyester materials as well as existing
ones.
* Written by foremost experts from both academia and industry,
ensuring that both fundamentals and practical applications are
covered.
