Investigations on cycle time reduction, dynamic mechanical properties and creep for rotationally moldable nano composites of linear low density polyethylene and fumed silica
https://doi.org/10.17586/2220-8054-2016-7-4-609-612
Abstract
Composites of rotationally-moldable linear low density polyethylene (LLDPE) are becoming increasingly popular for rotational molding. In this study, the influence of fumed silica (FS) in pulling force requirement for demolding of rotationally moldable LLDPE is investigated. The dynamic mechanical analysis and creep studies were also performed to ascertain the reinforcement effects of FS in LLDPE matrix.
About the Authors
V. G. Chandran
BITS Pilani K.K. Birla Goa Campus
India
India
Department of Mechanical Engineering
NH-17B, Zuari Nagar, Goa, India, 403726
S. D. Waigaonkar
BITS Pilani K.K. Birla Goa Campus
India
India
Department of Mechanical Engineering
NH-17B, Zuari Nagar, Goa, India, 403726
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Chandran V.G., Waigaonkar S.D. Investigations on cycle time reduction, dynamic mechanical properties and creep for rotationally moldable nano composites of linear low density polyethylene and fumed silica. Nanosystems: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics. 2016;7(4):609-612. https://doi.org/10.17586/2220-8054-2016-7-4-609-612
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