Reinforced Plastics Durability

NOTE EDITORE

Reinforced plastics are becoming widely adopted for long-term structural use-in everything from buildings and bridges to boats and swimming pools. However, the lifetimes being sought are far greater than the whole history of reinforced plastics production! Reinforced Plastics Durability explores the strength and weathering characteristics which make the material ideal for numerous applications, but also alerting the user of wear and corrosion-with studies of the processes and mechanisms which cause the deterioration.Written especially for first-time users of reinforced plastics-engineers, designers, and managers alike-Reinforced Plastics Durability offers substantial introductory information with key concepts. Subsequent chapters examine the long-term threats to the integrity of reinforced plastics: outdoor weathering, solvent/water attack, high temperatures, and repetitive stress.To maximize durability, contributors to the book report on experience with specific applications over time; the possibility of repair; and use of computer techniques to predict durability.Despite mentioning many possible threats to durability, Reinforced Plastics Durability emphasizes the fact that reinforced plastics composites have performed very well in most of the application areas. Readers will be able to take advantage of that success-and to possibly take steps toward the next phase of refinements and improvements.

SOMMARIO

An Introduction to Plastics for Non-SpecialistsFabrication, Inspection, and DurabilityDurability of Reinforced Plastics in Liquid EnvironmentsTemperature: Its Effects on the Durability of Reinforced PlasticsThe Response of Polymer Matrix Composites to Cyclic Mechanical LoadingWeatheringA Review of the Durability of Marine LaminatesSurvey of Long Term Durability of Fiberglass- Reinforced Plastics Tanks and PipesEpoxy Vinyl Ester and Other Resins in Chemical Process EquipmentRepairs Using Fibre Reinforced PlasticsFatigue Performance: The Role of the Interphase Computer Models for Predicting Durability

ALTRE INFORMAZIONI

• Condizione: Nuovo
• ISBN: 9780849305474
• Dimensioni: 9.25 x 6.125 in Ø 1.90 lb
• Formato: Copertina rigida
• Pagine Arabe: 374