Fractography in Failure Analysis of Polymers, Second Edition provides a practical guide to the science of fractography and its application in the failure analysis of plastic components. In addition to a brief background on the theory of fractography, the book's authors discuss the various fractographic tools and techniques used to identify key fracture characteristics. This second edition includes additional material related to polymer life prediction testing and analysis. Case studies have been expanded, including a wide range of polymer types, new technologies, applications, and failure modes, as well as best practice guidelines, thus enabling engineers to apply these lessons to their work. Detailed images and their appropriate context are presented for reference in failure investigations. This text is vital for engineers who must determine the root causes of failure when it occurs, helping them further study the ramifications of product liability claims, environmental concerns, and brand image. This is also a valuable resource for all plastics professionals, including manufacturers, product designers, and consultants, forensic investigators, as well as educators in materials science.
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1. Introduction 2. Fractography as a failure analysis tool 3. Instrumentation and techniques 4. Fractography basics 5. Long-term failure mechanisms in plastics 6. Use of fractography in service life prediction of polymers 7. Case studies 8. Epilogue - Failure Prevention
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An essential resource on the use of fractography techniques in failure analysis of polymers, including extensive case studies and best practice
Presents comprehensive coverage of applied fractography, enabling improved reliability and longevity of plastic parts and products Includes case studies that demonstrate material selection decisions and how to reduce failure rates Provides best practices on how to analyze the cause of material failures, along with guidelines on improving design and manufacturing decisions
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Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9780443291494
Publisert
2024-01-11
Utgave
2. utgave
Utgiver
Vendor
William Andrew
Vekt
450 gr
Høyde
229 mm
Bredde
152 mm
Aldersnivå
P, 06
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Innbundet
Antall sider
434

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Biographical note

Michael D. Hayes works in Engineering Systems Inc. (ESI), USA. Dale B. Edwards works at Engineering Systems Inc. (ESI), USA. Anand R. Shah works at Engineering Systems Inc. (ESI), USA.