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Mathematical Problems in the Ziegler—Natta Polymerization Process
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Some models describing the Ziegler-Natta polymerization are reviewed, and their mathematical aspects are discussed. A model for the heterogeneous polymerization is developed assuming a continuous approximation of the catalyst site distribution. Some mathematical results about these models are presented.
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Diffusion Equation Free Boundary Catalyst Particle Monomer Concentration Complex Flow
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