Weakness of polymer parts:
assessment, origins, prevention
â– The survey provides a very detailed summary of the weaknesses of polymer parts and looks at the following different aspects: assessment, research into origins and causes, prevention.
In the first part, the causal and phenomenological analysis reveals the differences between the different categories of industrial polymers: plastics, composites, elastomers. The methodology used and the ten case studies will allow any technician to efficiently carry out or co-operate with an assessment of polymer parts.
In the second part, the systematic and in-depth examination of the origins of anomalies and weaknesses covers all aspects of the properties of polymers, including the initiation of breakages, the statistical dispersion of properties and phenomena due to temperature, oxidation and environmental factors, as well as static and dynamic fatigue. A model of the degradation of polymers and predictive techniques are developed at length.
The third part examines methodologies and precautions concerning all the steps in a product’s life, from specifications to use, including design, manufacturing and industrialisation.
The fourth part provides elements on tests specific to polymer materials.
- Publication: June 1997
- ISBN: 2-906024-79-1