H. Akhina & Sabu Thomas 
Poly(vinyl chloride)-based Blends, Interpenetrating Polymer Networks (IPNs), and Gels 

Poly(vinyl chloride)-Based Blends, IPNs, and Gels brings together the latest research on the blending of PVC, covering processing, materials, properties, and applications. This book addresses these challenges and highlights the state-of-the-art in the field, such as the development of eco-friendly micro and nanostructured functional materials based on PVC and advances in experimental and theoretical studies of PVC based-polymer blends. This is a valuable resource for researchers and advanced students in polymer science, chemistry, composite science, and materials science and engineering, as well as R&D professionals, engineers, and scientists working with advanced PVC-based materials across a range of industries.Offers methodical, in-depth coverage of PVC-based blends, IPNs, and gels with each polymer type Explains advanced methods for PVC-based materials with improved properties for a range of novel applications Provides avenues for improved sustainability, discussing PVC from biomass, life cycle, recycling, and other environmental considerations