ISSN:
0021-8995
Keywords:
Chemistry
;
Polymer and Materials Science
Source:
Wiley InterScience Backfile Collection 1832-2000
Topics:
Chemistry and Pharmacology
,
Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Production Engineering, Mining and Metallurgy, Traffic Engineering, Precision Mechanics
,
Physics
Notes:
External lubrication of high-temperature thermoplastic polymers was studied experimentally. It was found that the nature of the lubrication fluid has a pronounced effect upon the behavior of the contact. It is postulated that premature failure of PEEK-lubricated contacts is caused by the migration of linear carboxylic acids into the polymer matrix at elevated temperatures, thereby producing significant plasticization. A sequence of events leading to failure is given and some rationale for it provided. © 1993 John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
Additional Material:
13 Ill.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/app.1993.070480514
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