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1 online resource : illustrations |
| Contents |
Preface -- Contents -- Chapter 1: Predicting Elevated Temperature Ratings of  Polymeric Materials -- Introduction -- Present Processes and  Models to Predict Elevated Temperature Ratings -- Predicting Elevated Temperature Ratings Based on Producer�s Available Data and  Limited Heat Aging and  Analytical Equivalency Validation at UL -- Improving the  Current Elevated Temperature Assignment Model -- Future Opportunities on Predicting Elevated Temperature Ratings -- Conclusions -- References |
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Chapter 2: Laboratory-Based Predictions of  Weathering in Outdoor Environments over the  Entire Degradation PathwayIntroduction -- Experiment -- Results and  Discussion -- Deriving the  SLP Model -- Calculating the  SLP Estimate -- Comparing the  SLP Estimate to the  Arizona45S Exposure -- Comparing the  SLP Estimate to Estimates from  Alternative Models -- Robustness of  the  SLP Model -- Elucidating the  Degradation Pathway -- Conclusion -- References |
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Chapter 3: Hydrolysis Kinetics and  Lifetime Prediction for Polycarbonate and  Polyesters in Solar Energy ApplicationsIntroduction -- The Lifetime Model -- Time-Parsed Climatic Data -- Temperature Model -- Humidity Model -- Hydrolysis Kinetics -- Implementation of  the  Model -- Sensitivity Analysis -- Time Parsing Interval -- Perspective on Service Life Prediction -- The Problem of  the  One-Point Test -- Conclusions -- References -- Chapter 4: A Kinetic Model for Predicting Polymeric Neutron Shieldings Lifetime -- Introduction |
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Theoretical Calculations and  Modeling Experimental -- Material -- Measurements -- Results and  Discussion -- Identification of  Structural Changes -- Weight Loss Modeling -- Oxidation Layers Profiling -- Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 5: How Can We Effectively Use Accelerated Methods to Predict the  Decorative Properties of  PVDF-Based Coatings?: A Practical Approach -- Introduction -- Physical and  Chemical Models for Chalk Resistance and  Gloss and  Color Retention |
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Two-Resin Model: Predictions for PVDF-Acrylic Coatings with  Inert PigmentsSome Practical Considerations About Accelerated Weathering Test Options for Architectural Coatings -- A Specific Approach for Predicting the  Performance of  New Waterborne PVDF Hybrid Coatings -- Concluding Remarks -- References -- Chapter 6: Accelerated Testing: Understanding Experimental Design and  Error Propagation -- Introduction -- Hypothetical Experimental Example -- The Monte Carlo/Bootstrapping Statistical Treatment -- Conclusion -- References |
| Summary |
This book defines the current state-of-the-art for predicting the lifetime of plastics exposed to weather and outlines future research needed to advance this important field of study. Coverage includes progress in developing new science and test methods to determine how materials respond to weather exposure. This book is ideal for researchers and professionals working in the field of service life prediction. This book also: Examines numerous consensus standards that affect commercial products allowing readers to see the future of standards related to service life prediction Provides the scientific foundation for the latest commercially viable instruments Presents groundbreaking research, including the blueprint of a new test method that will significantly shorten the service life prediction process time Covers two of the latest verified predictive models, which demonstrate realized-potential to transform the field |
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materialen |
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materials |
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engineering |
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fysische chemie |
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physical chemistry |
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mechanica |
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mechanics |
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corrosie |
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corrosion |
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Engineering (General) |
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Techniek (algemeen) |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
Polymers -- Deterioration.
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Plastic coating -- Deterioration
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Polymers -- Service life
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Polymerization -- Service life
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Service life (Engineering)
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durability.
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Tribology (friction & lubrication)
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Physical chemistry.
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Materials science.
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Mechanics of solids.
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TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING -- Engineering (General)
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TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING -- Reference.
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Plastic coating -- Deterioration
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Polymers -- Deterioration
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Service life (Engineering)
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
White, Christopher C., editor
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Martin, Jon, editor.
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Chapin, J. Thomas, editor.
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| ISBN |
9783319060347 |
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3319060341 |
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