What is the Elastic Modulus of Crazy Glue?

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The elastic modulus of Crazy Glue, as referenced in Helbawi's study "Difference in subsurface damage in indented specimens with and without bonding layer," is established at 1.2 GPa. This value indicates that Crazy Glue exhibits a lower stiffness than commonly anticipated for a cured adhesive. The discussion highlights the surprising nature of this finding, emphasizing the importance of empirical data in understanding adhesive properties.

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Hi..
Anybody knows the Elastic modulus of crazy glue?
Thanks
 
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Helbawi's "Difference in subsurface damage in indented specimens with and without bonding layer," Int J Mech Sci 43 1107-1121 (2001) gives the value to be 1.2 GPa, which seems about right.
 
Huh. I would have thought a cured adhesive would be a lot more stiff than that. Ya learn something new every day.
 
1.2 GPa? Thanks for your information.
 

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