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Chapter
A Study on Elastomer/Metal Bonds Applicable in Underwater Sonar Systems
Recent emphasis on the long-term performance of sonar systems requires that investigations be carried out to improve the durability of elastomer-to-metal adhesive bonds in water. A screening test of some comme...
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Chapter
Rubber Modified Matrices
Fiber-reinforced organic composites are increasingly being considered for structural applications in aerospace and advanced marine systems. This emphasis is basically due to the very high specific modulus and ...
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Article
Fracture energy and surface topology in the cracking of high performance sulphone polymers
The dynamic mechanical properties and the fracture behaviour of three sulphone polymers that offer high temperature capability have been studied. Torsion pendulum analysis was performed over the temperature ra...
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Chapter
Effects of Elastomeric Additives on the Mechanical Properties of Epoxy Resin and Composite Systems
Thermosetting resins such as epoxy and polyimide are widely used as matrix materials in organic composite systems. These polymers are inherently brittle materials, poor in their resistance to the growth of int...
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Article
The loading-rate dependent fracture property of a toughened epoxy polymer
The fracture energy of an elastomer-modified epoxy polymer was determined as a function of loading rate. Fracture tests were carried out by using compact tension specimens and standard Izod impact specimens. T...
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Chapter and Conference Paper
Drag-Reduction Properties of Ultra-High-Molecular-Weight Polyacrylamide and Related Polymers
The drag-reduction phenomenon has been the subject of intense interest and activity among scientists and engineers for the past decade. This phenomenon is observed when solutions of very small amounts of high-...
