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Characterization of polymer composites by electron microprobe analysis
Author(s) -
Labana S. S.,
Plummer H. K.,
Burlant W. J.
Publication year - 1972
Publication title -
polymer engineering and science
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.503
H-Index - 111
eISSN - 1548-2634
pISSN - 0032-3888
DOI - 10.1002/pen.760120106
Subject(s) - materials science , electron microprobe , composite material , silicone rubber , polymer , natural rubber , polyester , titanium dioxide , microprobe , gloss (optics) , scanning electron microscope , filler (materials) , mineralogy , metallurgy , chemistry , coating
This paper describes the use of an electron microprobe for characterizing filler and polymer dispersios in polymer composites. Examples described are: filler distribution in sisal reinforced polyester; aggregation of titanium dioxide in glassreinforced polyester; mixing behavior in a blend of silicone rubber, natural rubber, and titanium dioxide; and distribution of silica in a low‐gloss paint on an ABS plastic surface. The limitations of electron microprobe analyses for qualitative and quantitative studies, the use of back scattered electrons for surface topography, and techniques for preparing specimens are mentioned.