Handbook Of Rubber Technology, Vol. 1

This volume dealing with basic concepts of rubber technology, natural and synthetic rubbers, elastomers, latex and rubber related polymers, chemistry and technology of vulcanisation and materials for compounding and reinforcement is the first volume of Handbook of Rubber Technology. This useful handbook endeavours to present a comprehensive, accurate and the most recent account of rubber technology. In the modern industrial world, rubber is a familiar and indispensable raw material, remarkable for its unique qualities of elasticity and toughness. Rubber is increasingly finding more uses for itself in our fast developing technical world. Recognizing the great importance of rubber, this reference text book is intended for the practising rubber and polymer technologists, chemical and mechanical engineers, industrial chemists and research students. This book also provides an up-to-date information for the users of rubber products in other industries. Emphasis has been placed on the main scientific facts, technological methods, and manufacturing techniques with comprehensive coverage of both raw materials and testing methods.