KuTenk 2000 - SPLA223404-Handbook of Plastics, Elastomers, and Composites, Fourth Edition

by Charles A. Harper (ed) 

2002 (884 pages)

ISBN:9780071384766

Whether you're a mechanical, electrical, materials, or chemical engineer, this powerful reference will help you to design better and faster-–and take advantage of new stronger and cheaper materials.

Handbook of Plastics, Elastomers, and Composites, Fourth Edition

Preface

Chapter 1

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Thermoplastics

Chapter 2

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Thermosets, Reinforced Plastics, and Composites

Chapter 3

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Elastomeric Materials and Processes

Chapter 4

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Composite Materials and Processes

Chapter 5

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Metal Matrix Composites, Ceramic Matrix Composites, Carbon Matrix Composites, and Thermally Conductive Polymer Matrix Composites

Chapter 6

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Plastics in Coatings and Finishes

Chapter 7

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Plastics and Elastomers in Adhesives

Chapter 8

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Plastics Joining

Chapter 9

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Design and Processing of Plastic Parts

Chapter 10

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Automotive Plastics and Elastomer Applications

Chapter 11

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Plastics in Packaging

Chapter 12

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Plastics Recycling

Appendix A

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Glossary of Terms and Definitions

Appendix B

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Some Common Abbreviations Used in the Plastics Industry

Appendix C

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Important Properties for Designing with Plastics

Appendix D

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Electrical Properties of Resins and Compounds

Appendix E

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Sources of Specifications and Standards for Plastics and Composites