This work discusses techniques for developing new engineering materials such as elastomers, plastic blends, composites, ceramics and high-temperature alloys. Instrumentation for evaluating their properties and identifying potential end uses are presented. metallurgical engineers; ceramists; product development specialists; materials scientists; and upper-level undergraduate and graduate students in these disciplines.

"Offers detailed coverage of applied polymer processing--presenting a wide range of technologies and furnishing state-of-the-art data on polymer components, properties, and processibility. Reviews fundamental rheological concepts. Contains over 1600 bibliographic citations, some 450 equations, and over 400 tables, drawings, and photographs."

"This valuable resource provides detailed health and safety information on the hazardous and toxic properties of over 1,000 heavily used industrial and consumer chemicals. Lists chemicals both alphabetically and numerically according to their Chemical Abstract Service number permitting rapid access to specific data "

Elastomer Technology Handbook is a reference of the science and technology of engineered elastomers. This volume features some of the latest work by international experts in polymer science and rubber technology. Topics covered include theoretical and practical information of characterizing rubbers, designing engineering elastomers for consumer and engineering applications, properties testing, chemical and physical property characterizaiton, polymerization chemistry, rubber processing and fabrication methods and rheological facination. The book also highlights both conventional and emerging...