Virginia Tech Adhesion Science Short Course
The Inn at Virginia Tech with lab sessions on the Virginia Tech Campus in Blacksburg, VA
Event Details
A lecture plus hands-on laboratory short course taught by Virginia Tech professors, for all those with interests in adhesion or producing or utilizing adhesives and sealants.
Review adhesion basics: relevant polymer, adhesion, and characterization terminology and concepts
Understand significance of surfaces for good adhesion: surface energies; adsorption on surfaces; surface preparation methods; analysis of failure surfaces;
applications
Learn how polymer properties affect adhesion: adhesive chemistries; polymer parameters that control behavior; elastomers, glasses, and semi-crystalline polymers; time-temperature dependence; free volume and physical aging
Gain understanding of polymer characterization methods: DSC; DMA; adhesive, sealant, and waterborne rheology; TTSP and accelerated characterization applications
Understand importance of stresses, strength, and fracture: shear and peel stresses in common joints;, strength and fracture; basic design concepts
Explore appropriate test methods for adhesive joint characterization: methods for strength and fracture resistance; interpreting results; durability characterization
Standard registration fee: $1,950
Location: The Inn at Virginia Tech with lab sessions on the Virginia Tech Campus in Blacksburg, VA
