MSE 5210: Mechanical Behavior and Manufacturing of Polymers and Composites
(Cross-listed with ME 5210).
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Effect of chemical structure and morphology on properties. Linear viscoelasticity, damping and stress relaxation phenomena. Structure and mechanics of filler and fiber reinforced composites. Mechanical properties and failure mechanisms. Material selection and designing with polymers. Processing of polymer and composite parts. (Typically Offered: Spring)