Handbook of Surface Improvement and Modification

Contains information on several groups of additives and the modification processes that determine the surface properties of many materials

George Wypych (Author)

9781774670248, Elsevier Science

Hardback, published 21 February 2023

262 pages
22.9 x 15.1 x 2.2 cm, 0.45 kg

Handbook of Surface Improvement and Modification, Second Edition covers additives and the modification processes that determine the surface properties of many materials. These additives can modify or improve scratch and mar resistance, improve gloss or flatten the surface, increase or decrease tack and inhibit staining. Mechanisms of damage, protection and property improvements are also discussed, making this an essential handbook for engineers, researchers and technicians interested in using additives to modify and improve the surface properties of materials. A companion book, Databook of Surface Modification and Additives, is also available with more information on the additives commercially available to improve materials.

1 Introduction2 Scratch and Mar Resistance3 Gloss Enhancement4 Surface Matting (Flattening) 5 Tack-free Surface6 Tackifiers7 Surface Tension and Wetting8 Easy Surface Cleaning and Stain Inhibition9 Dirt Pickup Resistance10 Water Repelling (Hydrophobization)11 Anti-cratering and Leveling12 The Coefficient of Friction

Subject Areas: Materials science [TGM]