Polymers in Automobiles
Overview
Why use plastics?
Show & Tell
PPT Slide
Instrument Panels (IP)
Engine
Body Panels
Choosing a material:
Sheet Molding Compound (SMC)
Applications of SMC
Solitary Bumper Beam
Windshields
Tire Components
Desirable Properties of Tire Components
Elastomers in Tires
Natural Rubber (NR)
Polyisoprene Rubber (IR)
Polybutadiene Rubber (BR)
Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR)
Elastomers Used in Tire Components
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