Handbook of Hydrogels explores key aspects of hydrogel materials and covers recent advancements in design strategies, synthesis, functionalization and fabrication methodology, and performance characteristics. It offers a comprehensive view of current challenges and future prospects.
- Explains the fundamental properties, multifunctional aspects, and unique structural attributes that make hydrogels attractive for diverse industrial applications.
- Helps readers gain insights into characterization techniques and their associated output parameters to assess performance.
- Examines how to improve performance to harness the full potential of hydrogel technology, fostering sustainability.
- Covers a variety of applications including biomedical, energy storage, environment, food, and sensors and actuators.
- Discusses modeling and simulation of hydrogels.
This handbook serves as a valuable reference for materials researchers and industry professionals who seek a deep understanding of the latest research and breakthroughs in hydrogel technologies and their potential in an array of versatile applications