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PFAS-Free Polymer Processing Aids: Slip Velocity Measurements
Jason Yang, March 2024

Evaluation of PFAS-free polymer processing aids for extrusion applications and wall slip measurements.

An Overview of Structure-Property Relationships in Polyesters
Brian Grady, March 2024

Focus on biodegradable polyesters for flexible films and their production methods.

Sustainable Closed-Loop Recycling Using EPP Foam
Steven Sopher, March 2024

Recycling solutions for lightweight totes and shipping containers using Expanded Polypropylene (EPP) foam.

FDA Guidance on Recycled Plastics in Food Packaging
Roger Pearson, Ph.D., March 2024

An overview of FDA regulations on using recycled plastics in food packaging, focusing on surrogate testing methods.

Comparison of Recycled Glass Fiber Reinforced Polypropylene
Karolin Kreuels, Dr. Peter Helmke, Marcus Meding, Prof. Dr. Reinhard Schiffers, March 2024

Study on CO2e accounting, mechanical properties, and circular economy approaches for glass fiber reinforced polypropylene.

Enhancing Sustainability in Rotational Moulding
Jake Kelly-Walley, Aldo Quaratino, Dr. Dharana Jayawardane, March 2024

Evaluation of stabilization effects on PCR/virgin polyethylene blend performance in rotational molding.

From Data to Action: Optimizing Recycling Strategies for Polypropylene
John Emmanuelle Estela-García, Allen J. Roman, Tim A. Osswald, March 2024

Optimization strategies for polypropylene recycling using mechanical and advanced methods to enhance material properties.

New System to Upcycle Comingled Waste Using Supercritical Water
Paul Boulier, March 2024

A novel system leveraging supercritical water to upcycle polyethylene and polypropylene waste into engineered materials.

Enhancing Sustainability in Rotational Moulding
Jake Kelly-Walley, March 2024

Evaluation of stabilization effects on PCR/virgin polyethylene blend performance in rotational molding.

Fiber-Fiber Interaction in DEM Analysis for Fiber Orientation
Narendra Singh, Ravisankar Mayavaram, Dilipkumar Devpalli, March 2024

Study on fiber-fiber interaction in short fiber reinforced injection molded parts for better material property prediction.

Cycle Time Optimization Through External Cooling
Stephan Kartelmeyer, Finn Welling, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Jaroschek, March 2024

Research on reducing cycle times in rapid tooling via external cooling of mold inserts.

Optimizing Cavity Pressure with Hot Runner Designs
Matthias Scholl, Christian Hopmann, March 2024

Experimental and modeling study on improving cavity pressure regulation using optimized hot runner valve pins.

Thermoplastic Foam Injection Molding for Lightweight Structures
Frank Ehrig, Gion Barandun, Curdin Wick, March 2024

Combining thermoplastic foam molding and continuous fiber tapes for lightweight structural components.

Effect of Melt Viscosity on Residual Fiber Length in LFTs
Masatoshi Kobayashi, Masato Takahashi, Tsutomu Nikami, March 2024

Study of the effect of melt viscosity on fiber length distribution in polyamide 6 composites.

Conducting a Plastic Failure Analysis
Jeffrey A. Jansen, March 2023

Agenda

  • Defining Failure
  • Plastic Part Performance Factors
  • Understanding Failure Rate in Plastic Components
  • Plastic Failure Mechanisms
  • Failure Analysis Methodology
  • Failure Analysis Testing
  • Case Illustrations

Study On Machine Identification And Its Effect On The Rsm Optimization In Injection Molding
Rui-Ting Xu, Tsung-Han Wang, Chao-Tsai (CT) Huang, Po-Hsuan Chen, Wen-Ren Jong, Shia-Chung Chen, David Hsu, Rong-Yeu Chang, June 2022
Preliminary Investigation Of Oxygen Pressurized Chambers For Accelerated UV Weathering
Henry K. Hardcastle III, June 2022

This paper presents results of a preliminary proof-of-concept investigation into the effect of pressurized oxygen on UV photodegradation rates of a polystyrene standard reference material. Exposures under UVA and UVB revealed significant and important acceleration effects using pressurized oxygen compared with ambient air.

Novel Nanocellulose Based Supports For PHBV Composites - Synthesis And Properties
Kavan Sheth, Ting Zheng, James Sternberg, Craig Clemons, Srikanth Pilla, June 2022

Novel nano-cellulose based nano-structures modified with hyper-branched polymers were prepared by using isocyanate linking chemistry. The chemistry was investigated using FTIR spectroscopy. The composites were homogenized utilizing solvent casting followed by injection molding of the samples. The thermal properties of the prepared samples were investigated using DSC and TGA.

Melting Performance Analysis Of A Single-Screw Extruder With A NSB Screw
Xiaofei Sun, Ryan A. Pratt, Mark A. Spalding, Jeffery A. Myers, Robert A. Barr, Aaron F. Spalding, June 2022

A recent design of a new screw referred to as the No Solid Bed (NSB) screw was introduced and the initial operation was presented [1]. This new screw has channels in the transition section that do not allow a compacted solid bed to form. The data presented here compliments the data that was previously published.

Simulation Of Polymer Imprinting And Embossing Using Smoothed Dissipative Particle Dynamics
James St Julien, Donggang Yao, June 2022

A simulation of an imprinting process using Smoothed Dissipative Particle Dynamics is shown. Cavity filling modes and their dependence on die parameters is demonstrated for single and multicavity die, showing results consistent with FEM simulations and experimental data. Particle-based simulation methods can allow for modeling of more complex fluid behaviors.








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