Process-induced residual stresses in compression molded UHMWPE.(thermoplastic model): An article from: Polymer Engineering and Science

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From the supplier: Polymeric powders are usually compression molded because injection molding machine cannot process high viscosity polymers. UHMWPE is used instead of polymeric powders, to better withstand thermal residual stresses brought about by the heating and cooling of the molds after every cycle. Thermal residual stress can seriously affect dimensional stability. UHMWPE is said to continually develop residual stress from -120 deg C to 23 deg C.

Citation Details
Title: Process-induced residual stresses in compression molded UHMWPE.(thermoplastic model)
Author: Keith Miller
Publication:Polymer Engineering and Science (Refereed)
Date: January 1, 1999
Publisher: Society of Plastics Engineers, Inc.
Volume: 39 Issue: 1 Page: 110(9)

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