Polymer
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A polymer is a substance composed of macromolecules. A macromolecule is a molecule of high relative molecular mass, the structure of which essentially comprises the multiple repetition of units derive
Appearance of real linear polymer chains as recorded using an atomic force microscope on a surface, under liquid medium. Chain contour length for this polymer is ~204 nm; thickness is ~0.4 nm.
A polyethylene sample that has necked under tension
A plastic item with thirty years of exposure to heat and cold, brake fluid, and sunlight. Notice the discoloration and crazing of the material (compared with replacement item in foreground).
Chlorine attack of acetal resin plumbing joint
Polymer engineering
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Polymer engineering is generally an engineering field that designs, analyses, and modifies polymer materials. Polymer engineering covers aspects of the petrochemical industry, polymerization, structur
B-2 Spirit stealth bomber of the U.S. Air Force.
A time-trial carbon fibre composite bicycle with aerodynamic wheels and aero bars