Dynamics of macromolecules: Entanglement network versus physical bond network

Authors
Irzhak, VI
Citation
Vi. Irzhak, Dynamics of macromolecules: Entanglement network versus physical bond network, POLYM SCI B, 42(9-10), 2000, pp. 254-267
Citations number
181
Categorie Soggetti
Organic Chemistry/Polymer Science
Journal title
POLYMER SCIENCE SERIES B
ISSN journal
15600904 → ACNP
Volume
42
Issue
9-10
Year of publication
2000
Pages
254 - 267
Database
ISI
SICI code
1560-0904(200009/10)42:9-10<254:DOMENV>2.0.ZU;2-7
Abstract
The role of a network of entanglements in the dynamics of macromolecules is discussed. An analysis of the available experimental data shows both quant itative and qualitative discrepancies with the Doi-Edwards model. Arguments supporting the model of physical bond network are formulated.