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  • Fourier Transform Infrared Microspectroscopy (FTIR) - Pirelli Cables Case Study
    Article - 9 Aug 2002
    This article provides a brief account of how FTIR Microspectrocopy has been been integrated and been of benefit to the manufacturer of electric power cables.
  • Shape Memory Polymers - Biodegradable Sutures
    Article - 26 Jul 2002
    A new shape memory biodegradable polymer has been developed that is suitable for biomedical applications such as sutures and stents. The material, how it works and other uses are all outlined.
  • The Lectro - Heat Blown Air Plasma System for Polypropylene
    Article - 15 Jul 2002
    Increased performance has resulted in reduced weight in cars. Consequently, polypropylene usage has increased and processes to improve wetting for painting. Air plasma pre-treatments are outlined, in...
  • Castor Oil
    Article - 10 Jul 2002
    Castor oil is a plant extract consisting primarily of ricinoleic acid. It can be processed into derivitives that have similar chemical properties to petrochemical based oils. Sources, characteristics,...
  • Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy - A Tool for Understanding the Deterioration of Plastics
    Article - 9 Jul 2002
    Fourier Transform infrared is a useful tool for investigating the deformation of polymers. It has been used for a conservation tool for extremely old plastic items, as well as looking at degradation...
  • Cellulose Acetate
    Article - 12 Jun 2002
    Cellulose acetate is derived from renewable resources such as wood pulp, which differs from most other man-made polymers which are petrochemical derivitives. General properties include transparency,...
  • Mountaineering Equipment - Ropes
    Article - 3 May 2002
    In sports such as mountaineering, rock climbing and abseiling, participants lives depend on materials. The development, standards, requirements and materials used for ropes are all covered.
  • Silica - Fumed Silica (Silicon Dioxide)
    Article - 2 May 2002
    Fumed silica is a useful additive for liquid and solid systems. It provides useful rheological properties such as thixotropy and controlled drying as well as hindering the settling of pigments. It...
  • Aramid Fibre ( Kevlar / Twaron ) – Properties and Applications
    Article - 2 May 2002
    Have you ever wondered what Kevlar, Twaron or Aramid fibres were, what their properties are, or what they are used for? This article will give you the basic answers to all these questions.
  • Plastic Body Panels for Cars
    Article - 5 Apr 2002
    A report on the use of plastic body panels for cars, the materials, development process and obstacles. The advantages and propsects for the future are also covered.

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