Design and construction of an instrumented falling weight impact tester to characterise polymer-based foams

In this paper, the main characteristics of a falling weight impact tester designed by our group will be described, discussing the design, assessment, regular operation and some applications of the system in the study of polyolefin foams.

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Published in:	Polymer testing Vol. 24; no. 5; pp. 641 - 647
Main Authors:	Ruiz-Herrero, J.L., Rodríguez-Pérez, M.A., de Saja, J.A.
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Oxford Elsevier Ltd 01-08-2005 Elsevier
Subjects:	Applied sciences Cellular Cushion curves Exact sciences and technology Forms of application and semi-finished materials Impact Instrumented impact tester Polymer industry, paints, wood Polyolefin foams Properties and testing Technology of polymers Testing and control Impact Polyolefin foams Cushion curves Instrumented impact tester Shock damping Mechanical properties Experimental study Measuring instrument Impact strength Foam(plastics) Olefin polymer Measurement method Impact test
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Summary:	In this paper, the main characteristics of a falling weight impact tester designed by our group will be described, discussing the design, assessment, regular operation and some applications of the system in the study of polyolefin foams.
ISSN:	0142-9418 1873-2348
DOI:	10.1016/j.polymertesting.2005.03.011