Case Study | Distribution and Dispersion of Fillers - Polymer Properties and Failure Investigations

Three examples of how filler dispersion studies, morphology, and microscopy analysis can drive insights into the causes behind polymer failure.

This article covers three short case studies on how a forensic science approach can be applied to investigate polymer failures caused by poor filler distribution or dispersion. Our expert from our Polymer Science team outlines analytical strategies for identifying and understanding these issues, with a focus on light microscopy.

By examining filler morphology, distribution, and interactions with the polymer matrix, these studies highlight how such insights can inform the optimisation of polymer properties and prevent potential failures in materials such as thermoplastics, elastomers, and formulated polymeric products.

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