Service Life Prediction of Polymers and Plastics Exposed to Outdoor Weathering
Service Life Prediction of Polymers and Plastics Exposed to Outdoor Weathering

Author: Christopher White

Publisher: William Andrew

Published: 2017-10-13

Total Pages: 344

ISBN-13: 0323497772

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Service Life Prediction of Polymers and Plastics Exposed to Outdoor Weathering discusses plastics and polymers and their unique applications, from sealants used in construction, to polymer composites used in planes. While these materials are important enablers for advanced technologies, exposure to weather changes the very properties of plastics that make them so useful. This book reviews current research needs and provides a consensus roadmap of the scientific barriers to validated predictive models for the response of polymers and plastics to outdoor exposure. Despite extensive efforts over the past 20-30 years, testing of polymeric materials in accelerated or natural weathering conditions and the interpretation of the weathering results still require substantial improvements. This book represents the state-of-the-art in the prediction techniques available and in development. Engineers and materials scientists working in this field will be able to use the content of this book to assess the strengths and challenges of a range of different methods and approaches. - Enables engineers and scientists in a range of industries to more successfully predict the durability of polymers, paints and coatings when exposed to weather - Provides the latest information to help determine the sustainability of polymeric materials - Reviews the current state-of-the-art in this area and identifies research needs that are followed by more detailed discussions of specific polymers and applications

Service Life Prediction of Polymers and Coatings
Service Life Prediction of Polymers and Coatings

Author: Christopher White

Publisher: William Andrew

Published: 2020-04-28

Total Pages: 346

ISBN-13: 0128183683

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Service Life Prediction of Polymers and Coatings: Enhanced Methods focuses on the cutting-edge science behind how plastic and polymer materials are modified by the effects of weathering, offering the latest advances in service life prediction methods. The chapters have been developed by experts based on their contributions as part of the 7th Service Life Prediction Meeting. The volume begins with the premise that it is possible to produce and design life predictions, also looking at how these predictions can be used. Subsequent chapters present new developments in service life prediction, examining the most important considerations in SLP design, timescales, and other major issues. The book also considers the current state of the field in terms of both accomplishments and areas that require significant research going forward. This is a highly valuable reference for engineers, designers, technicians, scientists and R&D professionals who are looking to develop materials, components or products for outdoor applications across a range of industries. The book also supports academic researchers, scientists and advanced students with an interest in service life, the effects of weathering, material degradation, failure analysis, or sustainability across the fields of plastics engineering, polymer science and materials science. - Presents novel prediction techniques for plastics and polymers exposed to outdoor weathering - Provides a consensus roadmap on the scientific barriers related to a validated, predictive model for the response of polymer and plastics to outdoor exposure - Enables the reader to assess and compare different methods and approaches to service life prediction

Handbook of Environmental Degradation of Materials
Handbook of Environmental Degradation of Materials

Author: Myer Kutz

Publisher: William Andrew

Published: 2018-06-15

Total Pages: 686

ISBN-13: 0323524737

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The Handbook of Environmental Degradation of Materials, Third Edition, explains how to measure, analyze and control environmental degradation for a wide range of industrial materials, including metals, polymers, ceramics, concrete, wood and textiles exposed to environmental factors, such as weather, seawater, and fire. This updated edition divides the material into four new sections, Analysis and Testing, Types of Degradation, Protective Measures and Surface Engineering, then concluding with Case Studies. New chapters include topics on Hydrogen Permeation and Hydrogen Induced Cracking, Weathering of Plastics, the Environmental Degradation of Ceramics and Advanced Materials, Antimicrobial Layers, Coatings, and the Corrosion of Pipes in Drinking Water Systems. Expert contributors to this book provide a wealth of insider knowledge and engineering expertise that complements their explanations and advice. Case Studies from areas such as pipelines, tankers, packaging and chemical processing equipment ensure that the reader understands the practical measures that can be put in place to save money, lives and the environment. - Introduces the reader to the effects of environmental degradation on a wide range of materials, including metals, plastics, concrete, wood and textiles - Describes the kind of degradation that effects each material and how best to protect it - Includes case studies that show how organizations, from small consulting firms, to corporate giants design and manufacture products that are more resistant to environmental effects

Durability and Reliability of Polymers and Other Materials in Photovoltaic Modules
Durability and Reliability of Polymers and Other Materials in Photovoltaic Modules

Author: Hsinjin Edwin Yang

Publisher: William Andrew

Published: 2019-06-14

Total Pages: 356

ISBN-13: 0128115459

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Durability and Reliability of Polymers and Other Materials in Photovoltaic Modules describes the durability and reliability behavior of polymers used in Si-photovoltaic modules and systems, particularly in terms of physical aging and degradation process/mechanisms, characterization methods, accelerated exposure chamber and testing, module level testing, and service life prediction. The book compares polymeric materials to traditional materials used in solar applications, explaining the degradation pathways of the different elements of a photovoltaic module, including encapsulant, front sheet, back sheet, wires and connectors, adhesives, sealants, and more. In addition, users will find sections on the tests needed for the evaluation of polymer degradation and aging, as well as accelerated tests to aid in materials selection. As demand for photovoltaics continues to grow globally, with polymer photovoltaics offering significantly lower production costs compared to earlier approaches, this book will serve as a welcome resource on new avenues.

The Effect of Long Term Thermal Exposure on Plastics and Elastomers
The Effect of Long Term Thermal Exposure on Plastics and Elastomers

Author: Laurence W. McKeen

Publisher: William Andrew

Published: 2021-04-25

Total Pages: 346

ISBN-13: 0323854370

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The Effect of Long Term Thermal Exposure on Plastics and Elastomers, Second Edition brings together a wide range of essential data on the effect of long-term thermal exposure on plastics and elastomers, enabling engineers to make optimal material choices and design decisions. This second edition has been thoroughly revised to include the latest data and materials. This highly valuable handbook will support engineers, product designers, R&D professionals, and scientists who are working on plastics products or parts for high temperature environments across a range of industries. This readily available data will make it easy for practitioners to learn about plastic materials and their long- term thermal exposure without having to search the general literature or depend on suppliers. This book will also be of interest to researchers and advanced students in plastics engineering, polymer processing, coatings, and materials science and engineering. - Provides essential data and practical guidance for engineers and scientists working with plastics in high temperature environments - Includes introductory chapters on the effect of heat aging and testing methods, providing the underpinning knowledge required to utilize the data - Covers a wide range of commercial polymer classes that are updated to include the latest developments in plastics materials

Applications of Polymers and Plastics in Medical Devices
Applications of Polymers and Plastics in Medical Devices

Author: Syed Ali Ashter

Publisher: William Andrew

Published: 2022-03-09

Total Pages: 306

ISBN-13: 0128217383

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Applications of Polymers and Plastics in Medical Devices: Design, Manufacture, and Performance is a comprehensive guide to plastic materials for medical devices, covering fundamentals, materials, applications and regulatory requirements. Sections cover the role of plastics in medical devices, socioeconomic factors, the classification of medical devices. The performance of, medical grades and suppliers of polymer materials, which are categorized by performance level are also explored, along with manufacturing processes for device components, including extrusion, casting, injection molding and assembly processes. The book then covers applications in detail, examining each device and the role that polymers and plastics play in its construction and function. This is an essential resource for engineers, R&D, and other professionals working on plastics for medical devices and those in the plastics industry, medical device manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, packaging and biotechnology. In an academic setting, this book is of interest to researchers and advanced students in medical plastics, plastics engineering, polymer science, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, biomedical engineering and materials science. - Offers systematic coverage of the major classes of polymers used in medical devices, including properties, characteristics, performance, medical grades and suppliers - Reviews regulatory requirements of the FDA and other global agencies, as well as considering quality control and socioeconomic factors - Includes the latest advances in plastics for medical devices, such as novel applications, use of bio-based polymers, and processing of reusable medical devices

Polymers for 3D Printing
Polymers for 3D Printing

Author: Joanna Izdebska-Podsiadły

Publisher: William Andrew

Published: 2022-06-05

Total Pages: 410

ISBN-13: 0128183128

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Polymers for 3D Printing: Methods, Properties, and Characteristics provides a detailed guide to polymers for 3D printing, bridging the gap between research and practice, and enabling engineers, technicians and designers to utilise and implement this technology for their products or applications. - Presents the properties, attributes, and potential applications of the polymeric materials used in 3D printing - Analyses and compares the available methods for 3D printing, with an emphasis on the latest cutting-edge technologies - Enables the reader to select and implement the correct 3D printing technology, according to polymer properties or product requirements

Handbook of Thermoplastic Fluoropolymers
Handbook of Thermoplastic Fluoropolymers

Author: Laurence W. McKeen

Publisher: William Andrew

Published: 2023-04-15

Total Pages: 444

ISBN-13: 0323916287

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Handbook of Thermoplastic Fluoropolymers: Properties, Characteristics and Data gathers key technical information about structure, characteristics, properties and processing methods of commercial thermoplastic fluoropolymers in one easy reference. Thermoplastic fluoropolymers have many desirable functional characteristics, such as high thermal stability, reliability at high mechanical loads, a wide range of operating temperatures, and high chemical and radiation stability. These characteristics make them crucial in many specialist applications, including in the military, biopharmaceuticals and environmental protection. This uniquely comprehensive guide to this versatile family of polymers will help processors, fabricators and end-users find new and innovative solutions.Detailed coverage of technical details of processing methods, characteristics, and chemical properties of commercial thermoplastic fluoropolymers all in one place make this the most authoritative reference to the subject available. - Includes extensive physical and mechanical property data for commercial thermoplastic fluoropolymers - Provides comprehensive chemical resistance data for commercial thermoplastic fluoropolymers - Explains the basics of fluoropolymers for readers with different backgrounds

Designing Successful Products with Plastics
Designing Successful Products with Plastics

Author: Mark T. MacLean-Blevins

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2024-05-03

Total Pages: 404

ISBN-13: 0443161151

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Designing Successful Products with Plastics: Fundamentals of Plastic Part Design 2e provides expert insight into design considerations required to bring a concept product or part through design and ready-for-production. Rather than focusing on design rules and engineering equations used during product development, the emphasis of the book is on what the designer needs to consider during the early conceptual visualization stages, and in the detailed stages of the design process. This fully updated edition features new practical advice on how to design sustainably throughout the book. This approach will bridge the gap between the industrial designer, tasked with the 'big picture' product design and use, and the part designer, tasked with the detailed plastic part design for manufacture. Useful to both experienced and novice designers, this book brings valuable design process information through specific examples, enabling designers and engineers in the plastics industry to effectively use the available technical information to successfully design and manufacture new products. - Brings together the worlds of the plastic part designer and the industrial designer and shows how each impacts the success of a development project. - Teaches the "Four Pillars considerations (Materials, Processes, Tooling, and Design) required for every design decision to be made during a plastic part design project. The interrelationship of these considerations with the sustainability intent for the product being developed is taught and illustrated within this new edition. - Illustrates the product design process roadmap from creation of the concept through implementation into manufacturing, highlighting steps and methods used throughout the process to limit risk and ensure success. - Includes methods and design project management techniques used to ensure an efficient design process and successful manufacturing of the product or part.

Applied Plastics Engineering Handbook
Applied Plastics Engineering Handbook

Author: Myer Kutz

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2023-11-24

Total Pages: 912

ISBN-13: 032391067X

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Applied Plastics Engineering Handbook: Processing, Sustainability, Materials, and Applications, Third Edition presents the fundamentals of plastics engineering, helping bring readers up-to-speed on new plastics, materials, processing and technology. This revised and expanded edition includes the latest developments in plastics, including areas such as biodegradable and biobased plastics, plastic waste, smart polymers, and 3D printing. Sections cover traditional plastics, elastomeric materials, bio-based materials, additives, colorants, fillers and plastics processing, including various key technologies, plastic recycling and waste. The final part of the book examines design and applications, with substantial updates made to reflect advancements in technology, regulations, and commercialization. Throughout the handbook, the focus is on engineering aspects of producing and using plastics. Properties of plastics are explained, along with techniques for testing, measuring, enhancing, and analyzing them. Practical introductions to both core topics and new developments make this work equally valuable for newly qualified plastics engineers seeking the practical rules-of-thumb they don't teach you in school and experienced practitioners evaluating new technologies or getting up-to-speed in a new field. - Offers an ideal reference for new engineers, experienced practitioners and researchers entering a new field or evaluating a new technology - Provides an authoritative source of practical advice, presenting guidance that will lead to cost savings and process improvements - Includes the latest technology, covering 3D printing, smart polymers and thorough coverage of biobased and biodegradable plastics