The Effect of Uv Light and Weather on Plastics and Elastomers

Mckeen, Laurence W.

ISBN 10: 0128164573 / ISBN 13: 9780128164570

Published by Elsevier Science Ltd, 2019

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4th edition. 451 pages. 11.00x8.75x1.25 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Effect of Uv Light and Weather on Plastics and Elastomers
• Publisher: Elsevier Science Ltd
• Publication Date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0128164573
• ISBN 13: 9780128164570
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 4th Edition
• Condition: Brand New

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Synopsis

The Effect of UV Light and Weather on Plastics and Elastomers, Fourth Edition, provides critical data on the effect of UV light and weathering on plastics and elastomers, enabling engineers, designers and R&D professionals to select the right materials when developing plastics products for a range of industries and applications. This information will also support academic researchers and scientists in developing polymeric materials for advanced applications.

• Provides vital data on the effects of weather and UV light exposure on plastics and elastomers
• Offers practical guidance for engineers and scientists working with plastics for outdoor applications
• Expanded revision includes the latest data, polymer classes and newly available materials, including bio-based polymers and plastics for 3D printing

About the Author

Larry McKeen has a Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Wisconsin and worked for DuPont Fluoroproducts from 1978–2014. As a Senior Research Associate (Chemist), he was responsible for new product development including application technology and product optimization for particular end-uses, and product testing. He retired from DuPont at the end of 2014 and is currently a consultant.