Thermal Degradation of Polymeric Materials 2nd Edition

Thermal Degradation of Polymeric Materials, 2nd Edition by Krzysztof Pielichowski, James Njuguna and Tomasz M. Majka is an authoritative, up-to-date reference on the mechanisms, characterization and engineering implications of polymer breakdown under heat. This practical and scholarly volume captures attention immediately with its clear focus on the challenges that thermal aging, decomposition and fire exposure pose to plastics, elastomers and composites.

Inside, readers will find a rigorous yet accessible treatment of thermal stability, kinetic analysis, and modern thermal analysis techniques—essential for materials scientists, polymer chemists, and engineers. The 2nd edition expands on predictive modelling, degradation pathways, and the relationship between chemical structure and thermal response, making it invaluable for research, product development and failure analysis.

Engineers in the automotive, aerospace, construction and electronics sectors, as well as academic researchers and graduate students, will appreciate the book’s blend of theory and application. Practical insights support safer material selection, improved fire retardancy strategies, and more sustainable end-of-life considerations for polymeric Books. Internationally relevant, the content serves professionals across Europe, North America, Asia-Pacific and beyond.

Whether you’re designing high-performance polymers, investigating thermal failure, or teaching advanced materials courses, this book is a must-have reference. Add Thermal Degradation of Polymeric Materials, 2nd Edition to your library today to deepen expertise in thermal analysis, enhance product reliability, and stay current in the evolving field of polymer degradation science.

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