Mechanical Properties of polymers

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SUMMARY

The discussion centers on the mechanical properties of polymers, specifically density, Young's modulus, bulk modulus, and shear modulus. A recommended resource for further information is "The Modern Plastics Handbook." Participants express a need for reliable references to understand these properties better.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of mechanical properties such as Young's modulus and shear modulus.
  • Familiarity with polymer science and materials engineering concepts.
  • Knowledge of density and its significance in material selection.
  • Access to "The Modern Plastics Handbook" for detailed information.
NEXT STEPS
  • Research the mechanical properties of polymers in "The Modern Plastics Handbook."
  • Explore online databases for polymer material properties.
  • Learn about testing methods for measuring Young's modulus and shear modulus.
  • Investigate the impact of polymer composition on mechanical properties.
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Materials scientists, polymer engineers, and students studying mechanical properties of materials will benefit from this discussion.

camimfajardo
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Hello everyone,

I've had a hard time finding places where to look up the different mechanical properties of polymers. I am mainly interested in density, young's, bulk, and shear moduli. I would appreciate if anybody can point me out to some good resources.
Thank you
 
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Hi camimfajardo, welcome to PF. The Modern Plastics Handbook is pretty good.
 

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