Superabsorbent Polymers: Classification, Synthetic Methodology, Physicochemical Properties and Applications

Since the advent of superabsorbent polymers (SAPs), their research and application have always been one of the research hotspots. This chapter retrospectively describes the development history of SAPs, and also reviews the research progress, preparation method and influence factors for property. In addition, the recent advances of SAPs in various fields including agriculture, hygiene products, sanitation supplies, architecture, environmental protection and the development potential in artificial intelligence, energy storage and conversion, and food security are over-viewed. Finally, the existing problems and future development trends are discussed.