Handbook of Adhesive Technology, Third Edition

Part 1 Review Topics Historical Development of Adhesives and Adhesive Bonding Fundamental Aspects Theories and Mechanisms of Adhesion Application of Plasma Technology for Improved Adhesion of Materials Silane and Other Adhesion Promoters in Adhesive Technology Testing of Adhesives Physical Testing of Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive Systems Durability of Adhesive Joints Analysis of Adhesives Fracture of Adhesive-Bonded Wood Joints Spectroscopic Techniques in Adhesive Bonding Ultraviolet Stabilization of Adhesives. Part 2: Adhesive Classes Protein Adhesives for Wood Animal Glues and Adhesives Carbohydrate Polymers as Adhesives Natural Rubber-Based Adhesives Polysulfide Sealants and Adhesives Phenolic Resin Adhesives Natural Phenolic Adhesives - Tannin, Lignin Resorcinol Adhesives Urea-Formaldehyde Adhesives Melamine-Formaldehyde Adhesives Polyurethane Adhesives. Part 3 Applications of Adhesives: Adhesives in the Electronics Industry Adhesives in the Wood Industry Bioadhesives in Drug Delivery Bonding Materials and Techniques in Dentistry Adhesives in the Automotive Industry.