Rheological characterization of blends of low density with linear low density polyethylene using a torque rheometer
β Scribed by Daniel Abraham; K.E. George; D. Joseph Francis
- Publisher
- Elsevier Science
- Year
- 1990
- Tongue
- English
- Weight
- 280 KB
- Volume
- 26
- Category
- Article
- ISSN
- 0014-3057
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β¦ Synopsis
Selected grades of LDPE and LLDPE have been melt-mixed over the complete range of compositions. The shear flow behaviour in the melt and the stress-strain behaviour in the solid phase of the blends show smooth variations with composition and are intermediate between those of the parent polymers. While LLDPE improves the mechanical strength of the blends, LDPE makes easier the processing of the blends, requiring low energy input.
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