This text meets the need for an introductory text covering the main groups of "special" polymers (outside the "bulk" range) and their applications. For each group, a brief description of structure is followed by a more detailed consideration of properties and applications. This book should be of interest to advanced undergraduates and postgraduates in polymer chemistry and technology, mechanical engineering (including design) and materials science/technology; professional design engineers and polymer technologists involved in research and development.