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Polymer and Composite Classification Guide

The document outlines the classification of polymers based on various criteria, including origin, structural units, synthesis type, inter-particle forces, and tacticity. It also details polymer composites classification, distinguishing between particle reinforced composites, fiber reinforced composites, and structural composites. Each category is further broken down into specific types and examples.

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Polymer and Composite Classification Guide

The document outlines the classification of polymers based on various criteria, including origin, structural units, synthesis type, inter-particle forces, and tacticity. It also details polymer composites classification, distinguishing between particle reinforced composites, fiber reinforced composites, and structural composites. Each category is further broken down into specific types and examples.

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Polymer Classification

1. Based on origin / source


a. Natural polymer
b. Synthetic polymer
2. Based on structural units of monomers
a. Homo polymer
i. Linear polymer
ii. Branched polymer
iii. Cross-linked polymer
b. Co-polymer
i. Random polymer
ii. Alternate / Regular polymer
iii. Block polymer
iv. Graft polymer
3. Based on type of synthesis
a. Addition polymer
b. Condensation polymer
4. Based on Inter-Particles Forces or Its Uses & Characteristics
a. Fibers
i. Natural fibers
ii. Synthetic fibers
iii. Regenerated fibers
b. Elastomers
i. Natural
ii. Synthetic
1) Vulcanizable elastomer
a) Diene based elastomer
b) Non-diene based elastomer
2) Unvulcanizable elastomer
c. Plastics
i. Thermoset
ii. Thermoplast
5. Based on tacticity or stereo arrangement
a. Isotactic
b. Syndiotactic
c. Atactic
Chemical Engineering Department, Nirma University, Ahmedabad
Polymer Composite Classification
1. Particle reinforced composites (PRC)
a. Large particles
b. Small particles (Dispersed strengthened)
2. Fiber reinforced composites (FRC)
a. Continues
i. Glass fibers
ii. Armid fibers (Aromatic polyamide fibers)
iii. Carbon fibers
b. Discontinues
i. Aligned fibers
ii. Randomly aligned fibers
3. Structural composites (SC)
a. Laminates
b. Sandwich panels

Chemical Engineering Department, Nirma University, Ahmedabad

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