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This course focuses on the engineering applications of
polymers, with emphasis on polymer processing,
structure–property–processing relationships, and product and
process design. Topics include: Overview of polymer
materials and their use in industrial and high-technology
applications Polymer melt flow behavior and rheological
properties relevant to processing Polymer processing
techniques, including extrusion, injection molding,
thermoforming, blow molding, compression molding, and
transfer molding Polymer film production methods (blown
film, cast film) and orientation effects Development of
microstructure during processing, including crystallization
under flow, anisotropy, shrinkage, and residual stresses
Design and manufacturing of reinforced polymer systems
Micro- and nanofabrication methods involving polymers Common
polymer processing defects, their rheological and processing
origins, and mitigation strategies Design for manufacture,
strength, toughness, and “design for X” approaches Use of
theoretical models and computational tools in polymer
product and process design Life-cycle analysis,
sustainability, and circular economy concepts applied to
polymer-based products Industrial case studies, site visits,
and a team-based design project integrating product
specification, process selection, equipment selection, and
sustainability assessment
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