Compositional and failure analysis of polymers : a practical approach /

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Scheirs, John
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Chichester ; New York : John Wiley, [2000]
Subjects:
Table of Contents:
  • A methodology for solving polymer problems
  • Sampling and sample preparation
  • Microscopy of polymers
  • Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopic analysis methods for polymers
  • Thermal analysis of polymers
  • Identification and analysis of polymers
  • Analysis of blends, copolymers, and oligomers
  • Identification and analysis of thermoset elastomers
  • Analysis of 'difficult' or intractable polymer samples
  • Analysis of additives in polymers and elastomers
  • Analysis of contaminants and inclusions in polymers
  • Mechanical failure mechanisms of polymers
  • Chemical attack of polymers
  • Oxidative degradation of polymers
  • Failure of fibre-reinforced composites
  • Problems related to additives in polymers
  • Weathering of polymers
  • Environmental stress cracking of polymers
  • Residual stresses and weld lines in polymers
  • Odour, tainting, and outgassing problems with polymers
  • Adhesion problems with polymers and interfaces
  • Voids, blisters, and surface defects
  • Discoloration of polymers.