Rubberlike Elasticity : A Molecular Primer (Hardcover, 2 Revised edition)

Part A. Fundamentals: 1. Introduction; 2. Some rubberlike materials; 3. The single molecule: theory and experiment; 4. Preparation and structure of networks; 5. Elementary statistical theory for idealized networks; 6. Statistical theory for real networks; 7. Elastic equations of state and Force-Deformation relations; 8. Swelling of networks and volume phase transitions; 9. Force as a function of temperature; 10. Model elastomers; Part B. Additional Topics: 11. Networks prepared under unusual conditions; 12. Strain-induced crystallization and ultimate properties; 13. Multimodal networks; 14. Birefringence and segmental orientation; 15. Neutron scattering from networks; 16. Liquid crystalline elastomers; 17. Bioelastomers; 18. Filled elastomers; 19. Current problems and new directions; Appendixes: A. Relationships between I', ~, and Mc; B. Relationships between , <((d,)r2)>, 0, and t/>; C. Equations of state for miscellaneous deformations from the Constrained-Junction Theory; D. Thermodynamics of the relationship of stress to temperature; E. Questions and answers; F. Some publications describing laboratory/classroom experiments or demonstrations; References; Index.