Shuang Wu , Shaoping Ma , Qinghua Zhang , Chao Yang
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Abstract
Polyurethane (PU), an important polymeric material, has been widely utilized in numerous fields since its initial synthesis in 1937, owning to its distinctive molecular structure and excellent properties. In order to better understand the properties of polyurethane products, various polyurethane materials, including polyurethane foams, elastomers, coatings, adhesives and functional polyurethanes are comprehensively reviewed, in terms of their structural characteristics, preparation procedures, performance attributes, application status and associated challenges. Furthermore, the future development direction of polyurethane is also discussed.
期刊介绍：
Polymer is an interdisciplinary journal dedicated to publishing innovative and significant advances in Polymer Physics, Chemistry and Technology. We welcome submissions on polymer hybrids, nanocomposites, characterisation and self-assembly. Polymer also publishes work on the technological application of polymers in energy and optoelectronics.
The main scope is covered but not limited to the following core areas:
Polymer Materials
Nanocomposites and hybrid nanomaterials
Polymer blends, films, fibres, networks and porous materials
Physical Characterization
Characterisation, modelling and simulation* of molecular and materials properties in bulk, solution, and thin films
Polymer Engineering
Advanced multiscale processing methods
Polymer Synthesis, Modification and Self-assembly
Including designer polymer architectures, mechanisms and kinetics, and supramolecular polymerization
Technological Applications
Polymers for energy generation and storage
Polymer membranes for separation technology
Polymers for opto- and microelectronics.
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