Sheet Molding Compounds: Science and Technology

This book presents the current technology for sheet molding compound (SMC) manufacturing, as well as the science behind this technology. In addition, this book covers a wide scope of technical subjects as well as specific details of the relevant manufacturing aspects, such as chemistry and production of SMC resins, applications of initiators and inhibitors, shrinkage control mechanisms, applications of low thickening agents, physical and mechanical effects of fillers and fibers, SMC rheology in mold coating, bonding of SMC panels, troubleshooting, and recycling.

Price US: $79.95
ISBN: 1-56990-154-6
Published: 1993
Hardbound 267 pages  115 tables 
Author: Hamid G. Kia