Applications of Ionic Liquids in Polymer Science and Technology

This book summarizes the latest knowledge in the science and technology of ionic liquids and polymers in different areas. Ionic liquids (IL) are actively being investigated in polymer science and technology for a number of different applications. In the first part of the book the authors present the particular properties of ionic liquids as speciality solvents. The state-of-the art in the use of ionic liquids in polymer synthesis and modification reactions including polymer recycling is outlined. The second part focuses on the use of ionic liquids as speciality additives such as plasticizers or antistatic agents. The third part examines the use of ionic liquids in the design of functional polymers (usually called polymeric ionic liquids (PIL) or poly(ionic liquids)). Many important applications in diverse scientific and industrial areas rely on these polymers, like polymer electrolytes in electrochemical devices, building blocks in materials science, nanocomposites, gas membranes, innovative anion sensitive materials, smart surfaces, and a countless set range of emerging applications in different fields such as energy, optoelectronics, analytical chemistry, biotechnology, nanomedicine or catalysis.

Forms the first specialized book in the scientifically burgeoning area of ionic liquids and polymers Collects chapter contributions by international experts in their respective fields of ionic liquids and polymers Offers a comprehensive overview of the state of the art in this multidisciplinary area Addresses researchers and developers in both science and industry

Inhalt

Introduction Ionic Liquids and Polymers: Versatile Combination of Materials.- Poly(ionic Liquids).- Structurally controlled Polymeric Ionic Liquids and related Block Copolymers.- Ionic Liquids and Polymers as Stimuli Responsive Materials.- Ionic Liquids and Polymers in analytical environmental applications.- Ionic Liquids and Polymers in energy.- Ionic Liquids and Polymers in Nanomedicine.- Ionic Liquids and Polymers in Gas Separation.- Ionic Liquids as Polymer Additives.