Soney C. George – Dean Research, Amal Jyothi College of Engineering, Kanjirappally, Kooyappally P.O., Kottayam, Kerala, India

Series: Polymer Science and Technology; Materials Science and Technologies
BISAC: SCI097000; TEC021000; SCI013060
DOI: https://doi.org/10.52305/QJRG4338

Butadiene-based rubbers, also known as synthetic rubbers or elastomers, are a type of polymer composed of butadiene, a C4H6 hydrocarbon molecule. These rubbers have unique characteristics that make them appropriate for many different kinds of industrial applications. Polybutadiene rubber (PB) Styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR), Acrylonitrile Butadiene rubber ( NBR) are three primary forms of butadiene-based rubbers. Ongoing research focuses on developing sustainable alternatives and improving the environmental effects of butadiene-based rubbers, addressing resource consumption and waste issues. As a result of their varying qualities, butadiene-based rubbers, play a major part in a variety of industry sectors. As technology and research advances, the emphasis on sustainability and environmentally conscious alternatives is expected to define the future of synthetic rubber manufacturing industries and its uses. The edited narration illustrates the potential of butadiene rubbers in several significant areas. Each chapter is designed for the benefit of all kinds of stake holders who work or use elastomeric materials in their field of expertise.