Materials Science of Polymers for Engineers » (2nd Edition)

A textbook for engineering students familiar with the elements of design that describes how to apply those elements to polymer components. It covers basic principles, the influence of processing on properties, and engineering design properties. The 1995 edition has been augmented with examples and problems at the end of chapters, and a short history of polymers. Annotation ©2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

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Introduces the engineering properties of polymeric materials from a materials science perspective, for engineering students and practicing engineers. Sections on basic principles; the influence of processing on properties; and engineering design properties offer material on the molecular structure and thermal properties of polymers; discuss aspects of processing such as rheology; and describe properties that need to considered when designing a polymer component. Includes b&w photos and diagrams, and reference appendices of equations and tables. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)