Table of Contents

1 Introduction
2 Chemical Origin of Nucleating Agents
3 Polymer Crystallization with and without Nucleating Agents
4 Parameters of Crystallization
5 What Influences Nucleation?
6 Nucleation Efficiency Measures
7 Mechanisms of Crystallization
8 Dispersion of Nucleating Agents
9 Nucleating Agents in Different Processing Methods
10 Application of Nucleating Agents in Specific Polymers
11 Nucleating Agents in Various Products
12 Effect of Nucleating Agents on Physical-mechanical Properties
13 Important Analytical Methods Used in the Studies of Nucleating Agents
14 Health and Safety with Nucleating Agents

About the Author

George Wypych has a Ph.D. in chemical engineering. His professional expertise includes both university teaching (full professor) and research and development. He has published 18 books, 47 scientific papers, and he has obtained 16 patents. He specializes in polymer additives, polymer processing and formulation, material durability and the development of sealants and coatings.