Handbook of Polymeric Foams and Foam Technology

by Rick Tabor, Robert B. Turner, Daniel Klempner (Editor)

This important new handbook draws on the experience of leading industrial and academic specialists to describe virtually every type of polymer foam. The book is the intended to help scientists, engineers and technicians in their efforts to develop practical solutions for industrial design and process manufacturing challenges. It fully describes all classes of polymeric foam including their chemistry, synthesis, commercial production methods, properties and applications. Fundamentals of foam formation are also carefully explained. The internationally known contributors present data and techniques relevant to the study of polymer composites and other materials, along with manufacturing techniques for foamed and porous plastics. Amply illustrated, carefully indexed, and organized by incremental headings for easy reference, the handbook is the first comprehensive reference on the subject, offering a huge store of information in one convenient resource.

442 pages, Hardcover

First published January 16, 1992

About the author

Rick Tabor has been a passionate reader since the third grade, when he inhaled the action-adventure science fiction Tom Swift series during a sweltering summer in Bartlett, Texas. After an accomplished career as a polymer scientist — with 22 published scientific articles, two book chapters, and 85 patent publications to his name — he now acts as a consultant, solving polymer science and chemistry problems for his clients. In his spare time, Rick blends his scientific expertise with a vivid imagination to craft action/horror/fantasy thrillers.

Rick’s debut novel CHILDREN OF THE SCROLL, asks the question:

“What if you could bring a loved one back to life using an ancient religious artifact?”

But the question inside the question is:

“Can you survive the consequences?”

Readers say –
“Genius.” – CS.
“I couldn’t put it down.” – RB.
“The best ending I’ve read in a very long time” – WR.
“A very captivating read.” – JZ.
“This would make a great action movie!” – BF.