Binder and Polymer Assisted Powder Processing

The field of powder-binder shaping is becoming increasingly important for commercial applications, including engineering components, medical implants, and aerospace components. This guide focuses on the application of polymers and natural organics to powder processing, discussing processes such as uniaxial die compaction, injection molding, tape casting, extrusion, slip casting, slurry casting, and additive manufacturing. It bridges the practical aspects of cost, availability, and safety with fundamental structure, properties, processing, and tests, concluding with current industrial standards and examples of practices.

Format: Hardback
Length: 273 pages
Publication date: 30 September 2020
Publisher: A S M International

The field of powder-binder shaping is experiencing significant growth, with increasing commercial importance. Powder-binder formulations are being utilized in a wide range of engineering components, including medical implants and aerospace parts. Moreover, additive manufacturing has revolutionized component production by eliminating the need for tooling. This comprehensive guide aims to provide a foundational understanding of the application of polymers and natural organics to powder processing. It establishes a connection between material properties, powder characteristics, forming processes, and product attributes, offering a unified treatment on polymer-assisted powder processing. The book discusses various powder-forming techniques, including uniaxial die compaction, injection molding, tape casting, extrusion, slip casting, slurry casting, and additive manufacturing. In each process, the technical requirements are outlined, and suitable polymer candidates are identified. This book bridges the gap between practical considerations such as cost, availability, and safety and fundamental aspects of structure, properties, processing, and testing. Each chapter concludes with a review of current industrial standards and examples of practices. By exploring these topics, this guide empowers readers to utilize powder-binder shaping technologies effectively and contribute to the development of innovative products in various industries.

Weight: 632g
Dimension: 222 x 413 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781627082754