Principles and Applications of Emulsion Polymerization

Conventional emulsion polymerization

Miniemulsion polymerization

Microemulsion polymerization

Industrial emulsion polymerization processes (primarily the semibatch and continuous

reactions systems)

The role of various colloidal phenomena in emulsion polymerization

Important end-use properties of emulsion polymer (latex) products

Information on industrial applications in paints, coatings, adhesives, paper and board, and more

This is a hands-on reference for graduate students and professionals in polymerchemistry, chemical engineering, and materials science who are involved in researchon coatings, adhesives, rubber, latex, paints, finishes, and other materials that can becreated using various methods of emulsion polymerization.