WASHINGTON, D.C., March 21, 2017 -- Polymers are used for myriad applications today, and perhaps the most important property that dictates which polymer is chosen for a given application is its "glass ...

Polymer matrix composites (PMCs) exhibit impressive stiffness and strength properties that are commonly attributed to the reinforcing fibers. However, for many important mechanical properties, the ...

THE variation of ultrasonic velocities with temperature in methyl methacrylate polymers was determined by Protzman 1 and by Melchor and Petrauskas 2. Using the optical diffraction method, Protzman ...

This series of articles is designed to help molders understand how a few analytical tools can help diagnose a part failure. Michael Sepe is our analyst and author. He is the technical director at ...

High-Q microcavities have provided increasing opportunities for optical sensing and precision measurement in the past decades, with intriguing features of miniature size, non-invasiveness and fast ...

This article focuses on the application of thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), thermomechanical analysis (TMA), and dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) techniques. It comprehensively discusses the various ...

Besides providing a wealth of information, Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) is user-friendly in terms of sample preparation, experimental configuration, and interpretation of the results. DSC ...

In the race to lighter, safer, and more-efficient electronics — from electric vehicles (EVs) to energy grids — one component literally holds the power: The polymer capacitor. Seen in such applications ...