Adipic Acid Modified Polyester Resin

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Focusing on the versatility of polyesters, the book highlights their production, exceeding 30 billion pounds annually, and their diverse applications across various industries. It discusses the historical development of polyesters, including Carothers' work on aliphatic straight chain polyesters, which had limitations in textile applications. The narrative also details significant advancements, such as the discovery of nylon-6,6 in 1935 and the development of poly(ethylene terephthalate) (PET) in 1941, showcasing the evolution of these important synthetic materials.