Practical Rubber Rheology and Dynamic Properties

by John Dick, Henry Pawlowski

Overview

"Practical Rubber Rheology and Dynamic Properties" provides a unique overview of rubber rheology from a practical perspective. Written by expert authors with many years of experience in the rubber industry, it focuses on applications of rubber rheology testing to solving industrial problems, rubber compound development, predicting changes in processability in the plant, quality assurance, and research and development. However, basic principles are also covered.

Aimed at practitioners in the rubber industry, this book promotes understanding of the material to support efficient production of the high-quality rubber products demanded in today's market. It is also suitable for students and their instructors on rubber courses taught in universities.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781569906170
Publisher:	Hanser Publications
Publication date:	09/29/2023
Pages:	368
Product dimensions:	6.90(w) x 9.60(h) x 0.90(d)
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

John Dick is a consultant with over 40 years of experience in the rubber industry and 80 publications to his name. For 25 years, he worked for Alpha Technologies, where he continues as Brand Ambassador. He teaches 12 different rubber technology courses, writes, and remains active in the ACS Rubber Division, ASTM, and ISO.

Henry Pawlowski is Senior Engineer, Applications, at Alpha Technologies in Akron, OH.

Table of Contents

1 Overview of Rubber Rheology and Dynamic Property Tests

2 Mooney Viscometer

3 Capillary Rheometer

4 Curemeters

5 Viscoelastic Characterization of Rubber

6 Types of Rubber RPA Rheological Tests

7 Raw Rubber Effects on Processability

8 Filler Effects on Rubber Compound Processability

9 Measuring Quality of Mix and Processability

10 After-Cure Dynamic Properties

11 Methods for Analyzing the Cure Reaction