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Dynamic Properties of Rubber and Product Performance

 
Get a basic background in the viscoelastic nature of both cured and uncured rubber. Learn how and why viscoelasticity is a relaxation phenomenon affected by time and temperature. All the dynamic properties are defined and their interrelationships are discussed. We also discuss the effects of different elastomers, plasticizers, fillers and vulcanization systems on the final compound dynamic properties.

Who Should Attend:
The course requires a minimal technical background for grasping the basic concepts. Emphasis is placed on reviewing the interaction between the rubber formulation and the design, processing and test engineering functions. Individuals involved in any of these areas benefit from an improved understanding of the interrelationships between these disciplines. The course is designed to enhance cross-functional communication and to facilitate problem solving.

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Different measurement methods are presented as well as a review of some of the commercially available instruments for measuring dynamic properties. There is an in-depth discussion of the applications of rubber in shock and vibration isolators and dampers that covers both compounding and engineering aspects. It includes heat build up and fatigue resistance properties of rubber products functioning in different dynamic environments. The use of uncured dynamic properties to predict processability also is discussed including the effect of elastomer molecular weight, molecular weight distribution, branching, and compounding variabilities on dynamic properties and resulting processability.

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Dates and locations to be announced.
Fee: $1290
CEUs: 1.8
 
Email us with your interest, contact:
  Murali Vedula, mvedula@uwm.edu, 414-227-3121
 

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