Characteristics, Applications, and Processing of Polymers — Chapter 15 Summary from Callister’s Materials Science and Engineering
Characteristics, Applications, and Processing of Polymers — Chapter 15 Summary from Callister’s Materials Science and Engineering Chapter 15 of Materials Science and Engineering by William D. Callister, Jr. and David G. Rethwisch provides a comprehensive review of the mechanical properties, applications, and processing techniques of polymers. This chapter emphasizes the processing/structure/properties/performance relationship that is central to understanding and engineering polymer materials for a vast range of practical uses—from common plastics to high-performance fibers and advanced composites. Watch the full podcast-style summary below, and subscribe to Last Minute Lecture for clear, chapter-by-chapter study guides to foundational materials science textbooks! Mechanical Properties and Viscoelasticity Mechanical Behavior: Polymers exhibit a spectrum of behaviors: brittle, plastic, and highly elastic, depending on structure and external conditions. Viscoelastic...