Handbook of Thermoplastic Elastomers

Handbook of Thermoplastic Elastomers
Author: Jiri George Drobny
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 465
Release: 2014-05-30
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0323221688

Handbook of Thermoplastic Elastomers, Second Edition presents a comprehensive working knowledge of thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs), providing an essential introduction for those learning the basics, but also detailed engineering data and best practice guidance for those already involved in polymerization, processing, and part manufacture. TPEs use short, cost-effective production cycles, with reduced energy consumption compared to other polymers, and are used in a range of industries including automotive, medical, construction and many more. This handbook provides all the practical information engineers need to successfully utilize this material group in their products, as well as the required knowledge to thoroughly ground themselves in the fundamental chemistry of TPEs. The data tables included in this book assist engineers and scientists in both selecting and processing the materials for a given product or application. In the second edition of this handbook, all chapters have been reviewed and updated. New polymers and applications have been added — particularly in the growing automotive and medical fields — and changes in chemistry and processing technology are covered. - Provides essential knowledge of the chemistry, processing, properties, and applications for both new and established technical professionals in any industry utilizing TPEs - Datasheets provide "at-a-glance" processing and technical information for a wide range of commercial TPEs and compounds, saving readers the need to contact suppliers - Includes data on additional materials and applications, particularly in automotive and medical industries

Handbook of Condensation Thermoplastic Elastomers

Handbook of Condensation Thermoplastic Elastomers
Author: Stoyko Fakirov
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 643
Release: 2006-05-12
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3527606890

Reporting on the work of an international team of scientists actively involved in the study of thermoplastic elastomers (TPE) based on polyesters, polyamides, and polyurethanes, this book is the first to provide a detailed description of condensation TPE with close attention paid to polyamide-based systems. Reflecting the increasing importance of TPE as engineering plastics, the authors discuss the widened application opportunities by preparing systems with various chemical compositions and molecular structures as (semi-) interpenetrating networks. The contents also cover the chemical aspects, physical structure and properties, life cycle assessment, and recycling possibilities as well as such unique "smart" properties like the shape memory effect of the three classes of thermoplastic elastomers.

Thermoplastic Elastomers

Thermoplastic Elastomers
Author: Günter Scholz
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Total Pages: 148
Release: 2021-08-02
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3110739984

The book provides a qualified and fast view into the world of TPE including the difference to rubber materials. It describes their classification as they are presented in the market, characterization, manufacturing, processing and behavior. Aside from the self-learning option, it is a companion to seminars and studies about elastomers.

Thermoplastic Elastomers

Thermoplastic Elastomers
Author: Chapal Kumar Das
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 180
Release: 2015-11-26
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9535122231

Thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs), commonly known as thermoplastic rubbers, are a category of copolymers having thermoplastic and elastomeric characteristics. A TPE is a rubbery material with properties very close to those of conventional vulcanized rubber at normal conditions. It can be processed in a molten state even at elevated temperatures. TPEs show advantages typical of both rubbery materials and plastic materials. TPEs are a class of polymers bridging between the service properties of elastomers and the processing properties of thermoplastics. Nowadays, the best use of thermoplastics is in the field of biomedical applications, starting from artificial skin to many of the artificial human body parts. Apart from these, thermoplastic elastomers are being used for drug encapsulation purposes, and since they are biocompatible in many cases, their scope of applications has been broadened in the biotechnological field as well. The present book highlights many biological and biomedical applications of TPEs from which the broader area readers will benefit.

Thermoplastic Elastomers

Thermoplastic Elastomers
Author: J. A. Brydson
Publisher: iSmithers Rapra Publishing
Total Pages: 120
Release: 1995
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9781859570449

The nature and general properties of TPE's are explained, and the classes of materials considered in turn include styrenic block copolymers, polyether-esters, polyamides, polyurethanes, polyolefins and other miscellaneous systems. Developments in specific market sectors are also outlined. The review is supported by an extensive References and Abstracts section, containing over 400 abstracts, which provide a great deal more information on these useful materials.

Permeability Properties of Plastics and Elastomers, 2nd Ed.

Permeability Properties of Plastics and Elastomers, 2nd Ed.
Author: Liesl K. Massey
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 569
Release: 2003
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780080950570

This extensively revised and updated second edition of the only data handbook available on the properties of commercial polymeric films details the permeability characteristics of over 125 major plastic and elastomer packaging materials. New to this edition are 92 resin chapters containing textual summary information including: category, general description, processing methods, applications, and general permeability considerations for water vapor, oxygen, and other gases including aroma and flavor. The product data is presented in graphical and tabular format, retaining the familiar format of the first edition and allowing easy comparison between materials and test conditions.

Developments in Thermoplastic Elastomers

Developments in Thermoplastic Elastomers
Author: K. E. Kear
Publisher: iSmithers Rapra Publishing
Total Pages: 158
Release: 2003
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9781859574331

Thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) have the elastic behaviour of rubber and the processability of thermoplastics. The Freedonia Group has forecast that demand will expand by 6.4% per year to around 2.15 million tons in 2006. There is potential for these new, exciting materials to expand into the much larger thermoset rubber markets. This review includes comparisons between the two material types. There are three major types of TPE: block copolymers, rubber/plastic blends and dynamically vulcanised rubber/plastic alloys known as thermoplastic vulcanisates. The chemistry of these materials and how.

Thermoplastic Elastomers

Thermoplastic Elastomers
Author: P. W. Dufton
Publisher: iSmithers Rapra Publishing
Total Pages: 176
Release: 2001
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9781859573020

This report contains discussion of the different families of thermoplastic elastomer materials, and of the trends in material developments. The key end-use sectors are analysed in terms of material usage and future trends.