Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Faculty Publications Book Chapter Faculty Publications- Book Chapter Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Mathew, Aishwarya Joji; Chaithra, K.P.; Paul, Anna; Vinod, T.P. Title A name given to the resource Electrospinning of polyetheretherketone-based homopolymers and block copolymers Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 01-01-2025 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived PEEK Blends and Composites: Synthesis, Processing, and Applications;pp.237-275 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context <a href="https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-443-24061-4.00019-9" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-443-24061-4.00019-9</a> <br /><br /><a href="https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105019739991?origin=resultslist" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105019739991?origin=resultslist</a> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Mathew A.J., Department of Chemistry, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore, India; Chaithra K.P., Department of Chemistry, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore, India; Paul A., Department of Chemistry, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore, India; Vinod T.P., Department of Chemistry, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore, India Description An account of the resource Electrospinning involves the fabrication of ultrafine fibers, typically ranging in diameter from nanometers to micrometers. This process entails applying a high voltage to a polymer solution or melt, resulting in the production of fibers that can be collected on a designated surface. Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) is a semicrystalline linear polycyclic aromatic polymer with high thermal stability. It is a high-performance thermoplastic known for its mechanical strength, thermal stability, and chemical resistance. The rigid radiolucency, stable physicochemical properties, and biocompatibility of electrospun PEEK homopolymer fibers make them suitable reinforcements in composite materials, medical sutures, removable prosthetics, vertebral surgery, orthopedics, and scaffolds for tissue engineering. PEEK homopolymers offer a wide range of advantages; however, they have a high melting temperature, high viscosity in the molten state, and a low glass transition temperature. Blending PEEK with other polymers and the formation of block copolymers introduces an additional set of functionalities by combining the properties of PEEK and other polymers. PEEK block copolymers can be electrospun with tailored properties and diverse morphologies, resulting in enhanced processability and compatibility for broad applications, including medical implants, filtration membranes, and reinforcing materials. This chapter discusses the principles and parameters of electrospinning, the factors responsible for the electrospinning of PEEK-based homopolymers and block copolymers, issues such as solubility, spinnability, and related costs, and possible solutions for overcoming these issues. Various applications of electrospun PEEK homopolymers and block copolymers are also discussed in this chapter. 2026 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. Subject The topic of the resource block copolymers; Electrospinning; homopolymers; polyetheretherketone; polymer composites Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Elsevier Relation A related resource ISBN: 978-044324061-4; 978-044324060-7; Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Book chapter Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource online