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Harper, Charles. Handbook of Plastics Technologies. US: McGraw-Hill Professional, 2006.

Handbook of Plastics Technologies

Authors: Charles Harper

Published:  May 2006

eISBN: 9780071491860 0071491864 | ISBN: 9780071460682
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  • Contents
  • Contributors
  • Preface
  • Chapter 1 Introduction to Polymers and Plastics
  • 1.1 Introduction
  • 1.2 Polymer Structure and Synthesis
  • 1.3 Solid Properties of Polymers
  • 1.4 Mechanical Properties
  • 1.5 Rheological Properties
  • 1.6 Processing of Thermoplastics
  • 1.7 References
  • Chapter 2 Thermoplastics
  • 2.1 Introduction
  • 2.2 Polymer Categories
  • 2.3 Additives
  • 2.4 Polymer Blends
  • 2.5 References
  • Chapter 3 Thermosets
  • 3.1 Materials and Applications
  • 3.2 Processes
  • 3.3 Conclusion
  • 3.4 Bibliography
  • Chapter 4 Elastomers
  • 4.1 Introduction
  • 4.2 Differences and Similarities between Elastomers and Plastics
  • 4.3 Types of Elastomers
  • 4.4 Properties of Elastomers
  • 4.5 Vulcanizable Elastomers
  • 4.6 Thermoplastic Elastomers
  • 4.7 Additional Reading
  • Chapter 5 Plastics Additives
  • 5.1 Stabilizers
  • 5.2 Fillers and Reinforcements
  • 5.3 Coupling Agents
  • 5.4 Plasticizers
  • 5.5 Lubricants and Processing Aids
  • 5.6 Foaming Agents
  • 5.7 Flame Retardants
  • 5.8 Colorants
  • 5.9 Antistats
  • 5.10 Organic Peroxides
  • 5.11 Polymer Blends
  • 5.12 Miscellaneous Additives
  • 5.13 General References
  • 5.14 Specialized References
  • Chapter 6 Nanomanufacturing with Polymers
  • 6.1 Introduction
  • 6.2 Nanocomposites
  • 6.3 Nanofibers
  • 6.4 Nanolayered Films
  • 6.5 Molding of Nanoscale Features
  • 6.6 Summary
  • 6.7 References
  • Chapter 7 Plastics Joining
  • 7.1 Introduction
  • 7.2 General Plastic Material Considerations
  • 7.3 Methods of Mechanical Joining
  • 7.4 Adhesive Bonding
  • 7.5 Welding
  • 7.6 Recommended Assembly Processes for Common Plastics
  • 7.7 References
  • Chapter 8 Plastics Recycling and Biodegradable Plastics
  • 8.1 Introduction
  • 8.2 Recycling Collection
  • 8.3 Recycling Processes
  • 8.4 Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) Recycling
  • 8.5 High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Recycling
  • 8.6 Recycling of Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE) and Linear Low-Density Polyethylene (LLDPE)
  • 8.7 Recycling of Polypropylene (PP)
  • 8.8 Recycling of Polystyrene (PS)
  • 8.9 Recycling of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
  • 8.10 Recycling of Nylon and Carpet
  • 8.11 Recycling of Polyurethane
  • 8.12 Recycling of Polycarbonate (PC)
  • 8.13 Recycling of Acrylonitrile/Butadiene/Styrene Copolymers (ABS) and Other Plastics
  • 8.14 Commingled Plastics and Plastic Lumber
  • 8.15 Recycling Plastics from Electronics
  • 8.16 Recycling Automotive Plastics
  • 8.17 Design Issues
  • 8.18 Legislation
  • 8.19 Biodegradable Plastics
  • 8.20 References
  • Chapter 9 Plastics and Elastomers: Automotive Applications
  • 9.1 Elastomeric Materials
  • 9.2 Other Thermoplastics in Automotive Applications
  • 9.3 References
  • Index