1. Introduction to plastics and polymers -- 2. Introduction to the effect of heat aging on plastics -- 3. Introduction to the physical, mechanical, and thermal properties of plastics and elastomers -- 4. Styrenic plastics -- 5. Polyesters -- 6. Polyimides -- 7. Polyamides (nylons) -- 8. Polyolefins, polyvinyls, and acrylics -- 9. Fluoropolymers -- 10. High-temperature/high-performance polymers -- 11. Elastomers and rubbers.
Summary
Brings together a wide range of essential data on the effect of long term thermal exposure on plastics and elastomers, enabling engineers to make optimal material choices and design decisions.