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Overview
What you will study
The Toughening of Polymer Resins course offered by Cranfield University will introduce you to the mechanical behaviour of polymeric materials and present the theories related to toughening of polymers.
In addition, test procedures to measure toughness and yield strength of polymers will be presented and demonstrated. Analysis of the results requires application of fracture mechanics and the necessary information will be presented to allow simple calculations. Although the toughening will focus on the introduction of a soft rubbery phase into the polymer matrix, other routes to toughening will be presented (interpenetrating networks and nanoparticle toughening)
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- Polymer resins and their mechanical properties.
- Shear yielding in polymers and toughening mechanisms.
- Mechanical testing of polymers – strength, stiffness and toughness.
- Laboratory demonstration and workshop.
- Routes to modifying polymer resins – predominantly improving toughness.
- Theories on polymer toughening and applied case studies.
- Application of toughened resins to fibre reinforced polymer composites.
- Laboratory class demonstrations (DCB/ILSS).
- Review of course and discussions.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 2 days
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
More details
- Please enquire for course dates
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Art and Craft View 22 other Short Courses in Art and Craft in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Design, manufacturing and materials engineers who work with polymers and composite materials and have an interest in improving product durability, functionality and serviceability.
Tuition Fee
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International
600 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 600 GBP for the full programme during 2 days. -
National
600 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 600 GBP for the full programme during 2 days.
Living costs for Cranfield
700 - 1300 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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