Initially published 'to bridge the gap between theory and practice in extrusion,' this 5th edition of Polymer Extrusion continues to serve the practicing polymer engineer and chemist, providing the theoretical and the practical tools for successful extrusion operations. In its revised and expanded form, it also incorporates the many new developments in extrusion theory and machinery over the last years. Contents ·\tDifferent Types of Extruders ·\tExtruder Hardware ·\tInstrumentation and Control ·\tFundamental Principles ·\tImportant Polymer Properties ·\tFunctional Process Analysis ·\tExtruder Screw Design ·\tDie Design ·\tTwin Screw Extruders ·\tTroubleshooting Extruders ·\tModeling and Simulation of the Extrusion Process