Handbook of plastics testing and failure analysis

Vishu Shah0471671894, 9780471671893, 9780470100417

Written in easy-to-read and -use format, this book updates and revises its bestselling predecessor to become the most complete, comprehensive resource on plastics testing. This book has an emphasis on significance of test methods and interpretation of results. The book covers all aspects of plastics testing, failure analysis, and quality assurance – including chapters on identification analysis, failure analysis, and case studies. The book concludes with a substantial appendix with useful data, charts and tables for ready reference.
Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

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Table of contents :
HANDBOOK OF PLASTICS TESTING AND FAILURE ANALYSIS……Page 3
CONTENTS……Page 7
Foreword……Page 9
Preface to Third Edition……Page 11
Preface to Second Edition……Page 13
Preface to First Edition……Page 15
1 Basic Concepts in Advancement and Testing Technology……Page 17
2 Mechanical Properties……Page 33
3 Thermal Properties……Page 110
4 Electrical Properties……Page 133
5 Weathering Properties……Page 155
6 Optical Properties……Page 173
7 Material Characterization Tests……Page 192
8 Flammability……Page 234
9 Chemical Properties……Page 267
10 Analytical Tests……Page 275
11 Conditioning Properties……Page 287
12 Miscellaneous Tests……Page 290
13 Identification Analysis of Plastic Materials……Page 308
14 Testing of Foam Plastics……Page 325
15 Failure Analysis……Page 345
16 Quality Control……Page 438
17 Product Liabilities and Testing……Page 478
18 Nondestructive Testing and Measurements……Page 483
19 Professional and Testing Organizations……Page 495
20 Uniform Global Testing Standards……Page 501
Appendix A Index of Equipment Manufacturers……Page 521
Appendix B Abbreviations: Polymeric Materials……Page 530
Appendix C Glossary……Page 532
Appendix D Trade Names……Page 542
Appendix E Standards Organizations……Page 546
Appendix F Trade Publications……Page 550
Appendix G Independent Testing Laboratories……Page 552
Appendix H Specifications……Page 557
Appendix I Charts and Tables……Page 576
Appendix J Plastic / Polymer Educational Programs in the United States and Canada……Page 634
Appendix K Figure 15-5. New Application Checklist……Page 642
Index……Page 645