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Renato Norio Shimizu, Nicole Raymonde Demarquette, May 2000
The surface tension of a low molar mass liquid crystal (LMMLC) was measured as a function of temperature (56.0°C to 79.5°C), using the pendant drop method. The surface tension presented a behavior described by two distinct curves for the different phases (isotropic and nematic). Also the contact angles of LMMLC on plates of PS and of a liquid crystal polymer were measured at different temperatures (from 62.4°C to 89.0°C). The angle presented a discontinuity nearby the nematic to isotropic transition temperature when measured on PS, whereas it remained constant on the LCP. The interfacial tension between the LMMLC and the polymers were estimated.
Heating experiments were carried out in order to investigate the significance of the different process parameters on susceptibility to stress cracking. With the help of wetting tests, different crack lengths were generated in the heated sheet and subsequently compared with the various process parameters by means of multiple regression analysis. Another focal point is the estimation of the normal stress difference (?x – ?y) at each point of the specimen by means of 2D photoelastic stress analysis. In both cases the marked correlations between the process parameters and the phenomenon of stress cracking are recognisable, and the results can be used to minimise stress cracking.
In this investigation, blends of poly(phenylene sulfide)(PPS) with two types of polyethylene such as linear low density polyethylene(LLDPE) and metallocene catalyzed polyethylene(MPE) were prepared by melt blending. First, rheological behavior was determined using a capillary rheometer. The melt viscosity of PPS/LLDPE and PPS/MPE blends was low when PE was a dispersed phase. However, when PPS was a dispersed phase, increased melt viscosity was observed. This tendency was similarly observed in mechanical properties such as percent strain at break and notched Izod impact strength. Also, the mechanical behavior of PPS/LLDPE and PPS/MPE blends showed negative deviation from the rule of mixtures relationship when PE was a dispersed phase. But the negative deviation for PPS/MPE blend was less than that for PPS/LLDPE blend. Also, the dispersed phase morphology was analyzed using scanning electron microscope(SEM).
Robert Dvorak, Edward Kosior, Pio Iovenitti, Syed Masood, May 2000
This paper examines the effects of high throughput rates in a spectroscopic bottle sorting system, on the purity of PET and HDPE end-products as well as other key factors such as an increase in material loss, decrease in % material yield and the need for extra manual sorting staff at higher throughput rates. Increasing the throughput rate of a wide belt bottle sorting system from 1,000 kg/hr to 2,000 kg/hr decreased the purity of HDPE by 17% and that of PET by 2%. Material loss had more then doubled for PET from 12% to 32% and for HDPE increased from 8% to 9%. The end-product yields for HDPE and PET had decreased by 3% and 8% respectively. One of the key improvements to the sorting operation was the development of an automated sensor cleaning system, which uses an automated film rotating mechanism.
Anne K. O’Brien-Soucy, Carol M.F. Barry, Ross G. Stacer, May 2000
An experimental investigation has been conducted to evaluate various approaches to modeling weld line development during the injection molding of amorphous plastics. A series of poly(methyl methacrylates) (PMMA) representing several different molecular weights were molded both with and without weld lines over a range of processing parameters. Results were compared with the predictions of several previously proposed isothermal models. These were found to be insufficient to explain all the phenomena observed. A non-isothermal model is developed to provide an improved predictive capability. This non-isothermal approach combined with fracture mechanics leads to a new physical interpretation of weld line morphology and its contribution to the resultant strength of the welded part.
This paper presents the results of a study that shows that heater band orientation on a machine nozzle can cause an imbalance of over 5% in multi-cavity molds. The amount of imbalance is material dependant. The imbalance is most directly related a material's temperature and viscosity constants.
When polymers undergo stress hardening, their crystallinities and densities are affected. Polypropylene was the material tested in this experiment. It was put under various levels of strain by using a tensile tester. Each sample was pulled to a predetermined strain, allowed to relax for a period of time, and measured for crystallinity using the Differential Scanning Calorimeter (DSC). Stress-hardened and original samples were used to compare the change in crystallinity. The density of each sample was also determined using the Density Gradient Column.
There are many different types of materials used in the thermoforming industry for the molds used to form plastic products. The most commonly used are aluminum-alloys, soft and hard woods, and epoxy. Each of these materials has distinct characteristics that make them useful under certain design conditions and manufacturing production processes. The following addresses the qualifying factors for each of the commonly used materials based on their characteristics and manufacturing requirements.
Roberto Guimarães Pereira, Alexandre Alves Costa Oliveira, May 2000
This work presents an experimental observation of the rheological characteristics of the TPE/SB blend (Thermoplastic Elastomer / Styrene-Butadiene) used in the plastic transformation industry for medical applications. The flow curves (shear viscosity x shear rate) of the blend were investigated at different temperatures and in a wide range of shear rates. During the extrusion, the instability phenomenon (melt fracture) and its relation with the shear rate and temperature parameters was also investigated. All the experiments, the flow curves and melt fracture observation, were performed in a Capillary Rheometer ( a Rosand Rh-2100 capillary rheometer) working with a 1 x 16 mm rod capillary die.
Doyoung Moon, Seungwook Lee, Donghak Kim, May 2000
Gas-Assisted injection molding has been applied successfully in plastic industry within last 10 years. Liquid gas-assisted injection molding (LGAI) is a good alternative of conventional gas-assisted injection molding process. In LGAI process, a liquid is injected under low pressure into the melt stream. The liquid vaporizes and pushes the melt downstream and creates hollow channels within part. HELGA® patents this process originally. We had evaluated this process with different-type molds and liquid nozzles that we develope. Finally, we compared the LGAI process to the conventional gas-assisted injection molding process.
Poly(4'-hydroxyl-4-ethylphenylsiloxane)(PHEPS) has been synthesized via hydrosilylation followed by hydrolysis. This polymer, hydrogen bonding donor, was blended with three kinds of hydrogen bonding acceptors that include poly(4-vinylpyridine) (PVPy), poly(acrylonitrile) (PAN) and poly(ethylmethyacylate) (PEMA). The surface enrichment with PHEPS, which has lower surface energy, was characterized by X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS). The effect of the strength of hydrogen bonding interaction on the surface compositions of the blends was studied. The results showed that surface enrichment in miscible polymer blends was responded to the balance between the differential in the surface energy of the constituents and the bulk enthalpic interactions.
Dorian Dixon, P.J. Martin, E. Harkin-Jones, May 2000
This paper investigates the influence of CBA (chemical blowing agent) concentration on the properties of extruded EPP (expanded polypropylene) rod samples. A design of experiment methodology was adopted to quantify the effect of CBA (endothermic type) dosage on EPP properties. Foam characteristics measured, were density, cell structure, tensile properties, premature foaming, and extrusion parameters (melt temperature and pressure). The research revealed that an optimal blowing agent concentration of 0.5% exists in terms of obtaining the finest cell morphology and most efficient material savings/density reduction.
Claudia M.C. Bonelli, John M. Pochan, T.H. Mourey, Eloisa B. Mano, Charles L. Beatty, May 2000
The incompatibility of polypropylene (PP) and high density polyethylene (HDPE) is a source of industrial problems for recycling post-consumer polyolefins. Blends of PP and HDPE with peroxide and 3 vector fluid additives have been prepared in a co-rotating reactive twin-screw extruder. Compatibilization has been examined by stress-strain tests, impact tests and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Molecular weight of the blends has been evaluated by gel permeation chromatography (GPC). An increase in elongation at break and impact resistance of some reactive blends compared to the mechanical blend was observed, with some links between the phases, as revealed by SEM.
N.L.H oekstra, B.P. Duffey, S.H. Dillman, May 2000
bstract The objective of this study was to determine the flexural, impact, and tensile properties of a compound of crushed recycled glass, HDPE, and coupling agent using a two-level, three-factor designed experiment. This study determined that glass content, sieve size, and coupling agent all have a significant effect on the mechanical properties. The use of recycled crushed glass was found to increase the flexural modulus, but not as efficiently as calcium carbonate, wood flour, and fiberglass. Additionally, crushed glass improved the impact strength but decreased the tensile strength. It was found that smaller glass particle size performed better and the use of coupling agent decreased all mechanical properties.
This study examines the effects of process changes on weld line strength using different pinch-off designs. Mold closing speed and melt temperature were varied with four different pinch-offs. To determine the effect of these process changes on weld line strength, 4 D.O.E.'s were used. Five specimens were taken from each D.O.E. run and tested for tensile strength at the weld.
This paper presents a study of the effect of shear variations, developed in a runner of a multi-cavity mold, on the impact properties of molded parts. The study has found that impact strength can vary by as much as 2:1. The effect of runner designs are also presented.
A design of experiments study was performed that analyzed the effect of pulsed heating and cooling on warpage of an injection molded part. The study involved the following factors: inlet water temperature, melt temperature, mold temperature, and cooling time. The critical dimension was measured by an optical coordinate measuring scope with a repeatable process determined by an R&R study. The gathered data determined that, within the range of the factors study, the inlet water temperature was the only one that did not effect warpage.
Stacey L. Russell, Stephen P. McCarthy, Aldo M. Crugnola, May 2000
Tissue Engineering is the use of polymer scaffolds to grow tissue cells in vitro and then implant them. The polymer is designed to degrade as the cells grow into functional tissue in vivo. These scaffolds must be porous, strong, flexible, and ultimately degrade into harmless biomasses. The polymer scaffold is usually a natural or synthetic polymer in a fiber, foam, or fabric form. Synthetic polymers are preferred due to their easily tailored properties. For specialized tissues such as arteries, the scaffold fabric is formed into a tube. While the cells are being developed prior to implantation, nutrients are pumped through the tube. The engineered artery is ready to be implanted when it has acclimated itself to blood-pumping pressures. Other engineered tissues include heart, liver, bone, cartilage, nerves, and skin.
The mold steel designated as P20 has a long history of successful service in the plastics molding industry. The characteristics of this steel that have established it as the grade of choice among molders and moldmakers is reviewed as well as recent variations such as P20 Hi-Hard and P20 Premium (double melted) that offer advantages for some molding applications. Alternate grades of mold steel offering distinctly different characteristics from P20 are increasingly employed in specialized applications. Grades such as Long-Run mold steel, molybdenum modified 420 Stainless Steel, and age-hardening grades RA40 and Mar-X will be reviewed for a clearer understanding of their appropriate roles in plastics molding.
A plaque tool was built to facilitate changing rib features that include rib-to-wall (R/W) ratio, proximity to the gate, orientation with respect to flow, rib-base radius, and tool steel type. Gate type was also studied along with several process conditions using crystalline and amorphous resins. A Screening study was performed to determine the most influential factors affecting sink and followed by a Response Surface study to better define the relationships. A profilometer was used to measure sink depth. Optical microscopy and DSC were used to observed crystallization and molecular orientation differences between plaques exhibiting high and low degrees of sink. Low molding temperatures, high dwell times and high hold pressures helped reduce sink depth as did positioning ribs closer to the gate and perpendicular to the flow direction. Using a Beryllium Copper mold material also reduced sink while increasing rib-base radius significantly increased sink.
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