Description
Covering a wide range of industrial applications across sectors including medical applications, automotive/aerospace, packaging, electronics, and consumer goods, this book provides a complete guide to the selection of adhesives, methods of use, industrial applications, and the fundamentals of adhesion. Dr Ebnesajjad examines the selection of adhesives and adhesion methods and challenges for all major groups of substrate including plastics (thermosets and thermoplastics), elastomers, metals, ceramics and composite materials. His practical guidance covers joint design and durability, application methods, test methods and troubleshooting techniques. The science and technology of adhesion, and the principles of adhesive bonding are explained in a way that enhances the reader's understanding of the fundamentals that underpin the successful use and design of adhesives.The third edition has been updated throughout to include recent developments in the industry, with new sections covering technological advances such as nanotechnology, micro adhesion systems, and the replacement of toxic chromate technology.- Provides practitioners of adhesion technology with a complete guide to bonding materials successfully- Covers the whole range of commonly used substrates including plastics, metals, elastomers and ceramics, explaining basic principles and describing common materials and application techniques- Introduces the range of commercially available adhesives and the selection process alongside the science and technology of adhesion
Table of Contents
1. Introduction and Adhesion Theories2. Surface Tension and Its Measurement3. Material Surface Preparation Techniques4. Classification of Adhesives and Compounds5. Characteristics of Adhesive Materials6. Adhesives for Special Adherends7. Joint Design8. Adhesive Applications and Bonding Processes9. Solvent Cementing of Plastics10. Adhesives for Medical and Dental Applications11. Durability of Adhesive Bonds12. Testing of Adhesive Bonds13. Quality Control14. Safety, Environmental, and Economic Aspects, and Future TrendsGlossaryIndex
