Developments in analytical chemistry were made using acoustically levitated small volumes of liquid to study enzyme reaction kinetics and by detecting volatile organic compounds in the gas phase using single-walled carbon nanotubes. Experience gained in engineering, electronics, automation, and software development from the design and…

Describes the history of the human understanding of polymers from alchemy to modern times. Discusses renaissance chemistry, polymers in the nineteenth century, synthetic elastomers, thermoplastic elastomers, fibers, coatings, adhesives, derivatives of natural rubber, thermosets, step-reaction, and chain polymerization. (CW)

Discusses trends and issues in polymer chemistry. Includes developments in mechanical, thermal, electrical, and optical behavior. Illustrated are some structures and characteristics of polymers. (CW)

Presented is a classification of polymers according to physical condition. Considered are molecular structure and arrangements. Described are demonstrations using polarized light and the mechanical properties of polymers. (CW)