Day 1: Introduction

Introduction to the Statistical Physics of Polymers
Where do we find Polymer Materials
	Today, polymer materials can be found in almost all products that we are using. From food packaging to the plastic bag that we use to carry home our shopping goods. From casings to CD's and from windows to roller blades we find polymer materials. Here we will focus our attention to synthetic polymer materials. Polymer materials can be also be found in composite materials to combine their properties. The following slides give an overview of some applications of polymer materials.
Polymers show extraordinary properties. Polymer materials can be extremely flexible and yet tough to break.

Introduction to the Statistical Physics of Polymers