Self-healing epoxies using two-part epoxy-amine chemistry

Epoxy adhesives and epoxy based composites have been extensively applied in engineering fields due to their excellent properties. However, due to its relatively low fracture toughness, this thermosetting polymer is highly sensitive to the defects or cracks. How to toughen it and prolong its service...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Zhang He
Other Authors: School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Format: Thesis
Language:English
Published: 2014
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/10356/60756