The authoritative introduction to all aspects of plastics engineering
-- offering both academic and industry perspectives in one complete
volume.
Introduction to Plastics Engineering provides a self-contained
introduction to plastics engineering. A unique synergistic approach
explores all aspects of material use -- concepts, mechanics, materials,
part design, part fabrication, and assembly -- required for converting
plastic materials, mainly in the form of small pellets, into useful
products. Thermoplastics, thermosets, elastomers, and advanced
composites, the four disparate application areas of polymers normally
treated as separate subjects, are covered together.
Divided into five parts -- Concepts, Mechanics, Materials, Part
Processing and Assembly, and Material Systems -- this inclusive volume
enables readers to gain a well-rounded, foundational knowledge of
plastics engineering. Chapters cover topics including the structure of
polymers, how concepts from polymer physics explain the macro behavior
of plastics, evolving concepts for plastics use, simple mechanics
principles and their role in plastics engineering, models for the
behavior of solids and fluids, and the mechanisms underlying the
stiffening of plastics by embedded fibers. Drawing from his over fifty
years in both academia and industry, Author Vijay Stokes uses the
synergy between fundamentals and applications to provide a more
meaningful introduction to plastics.
- Examines every facet of plastics engineering from materials and
fabrication methods to advanced composites
- Provides accurate, up-to-date information for students and engineers
both new to plastics and highly experienced with them
- Offers a practical guide to large number of materials and their
applications
- Addresses current issues for mechanical design, part performance, and
part fabrication
Introduction to Plastics Engineering is an ideal text for practicing
engineers, researchers, and students in mechanical and plastics
engineering and related industries.
