The Effect of Temperature and other Factors on Plastics and Elastomers

The Effect of Temperature and Other Factors on the Properties of Plastics and Elastomers, Fourth Edition provides data on the thermal stability of plastics and elastomers, helping to design lighter, more cost-effective parts. It examines additional types of plastics and offers the latest data on material characteristics.

Format: Hardback
Length: 852 pages
Publication date: 05 April 2023
Publisher: William Andrew Publishing

The Fourth Edition of The Effect of Temperature and Other Factors on the Properties of Plastics and Elastomers provides comprehensive data on a wide range of plastics and thermoplastic elastomers, with a special focus on their thermal stability. It delves into the mechanical, physical, and electrical properties of these materials as they vary with temperature and humidity, aiding in the design of lighter, more cost-effective plastic components to replace metal ones. This edition has been expertly edited to make it accessible to readers, offering a convenient source of information on plastic materials without the need for extensive literature searches or reliance on suppliers. Furthermore, the book explores additional types of plastics and provides the most up-to-date data on their characteristics. It delves into complex details such as the influence of thermal prehistory on final mechanical properties and the use of temperature scans to reveal dynamic mechanical behavior. By examining these aspects, the book aims to deepen readers' understanding of the materials and their applications.

Weight: 2348g
Dimension: 224 x 287 x 52 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323995559
Edition number: 4 ed