Journal Article
Mechanical Properties of Polymer Composites Used in Oxidizing Environments: A Review
2010-04-12
2010-01-0026
Polymer composites have been increasingly used for high temperature applications such as engine components. Exposed at elevated temperature for prolonged time, the polymer composites will undergo thermo-oxidative degradation, which is distinctive from the conventional physical degradation. The present paper reviews recent progress on studying the thermo-oxidative degradation and resultant mechanical properties of polymer composites.
