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ContentsPlastics: 1942-1992—A Personal Overview of the Past Half Century FM-41A. G. Winfield, A. G. Winfield Inc.

COLOR & APPEARANCE DIVISION

Effect of Weathering on Ultramarine Blue Pigment in Polyolefins 902F. Rodrigues, Bright Brothers LimitedColor and Considerations on Radiant Heat Absorption 906B. Donald, The Dow Chemical CompanyR. Mathew, Americhem Inc.Analysis of Dispersion Quality in Highly Pigmented Polymer Systems Using ScanningElectron Microscopy and Image Analysis Techniques 909C. J. B. Dobbin, Colortech Inc.W. E. Baker, Queens UniversityInterfacial Characteristics of Treated Titanium Dioxide Powders 913Y. J. Lee, I. Manas-Zloczower, and D. L. Feke, Case Western Reserve UniversityEvaluating Organic Pigment Dispersion by Measuring Transmission Haze withSpectrophotometers and Hazemeters 1290K. B. Conn, Byk-Gardner, Inc.Appearance Analyses and CMC for Quality Improvement 1293R. W. Harold, Hunter Associates Laboratory, Inc.Effect of Post-Consumer High Density Polyethylene Recycle on the Colorof Pigmented Resin Formulations 1295M. D. Read and K. Mulka, The Dow Chemical CompanyThe Pursuit of Quality 1300A. Haber, Tioxide Inc.Regulatory Impact on Coloring in the 1990's 1306B. West, Techmer PM Tennessee

EXTRUSION DIVISION

Imidization Kinetics of Maleic Anhydride Polymer during Reactive Extrusion 2C. G. Hagberg, Monsanto Chemical CompanyExperimental Study on Dewatering and Devolatilization Operations Using IntermeshedTwin Screw Extruder 7T. Sakai, N. Hashimoto, and K. Kataoka, The Japan Steel WorksOptimization of the Discharge Section of Co-Rotating Twin Screw Extruders 15W. Schuler, Hermann Berstorff Maschinenbau GmbHOptimization of Screw and Die Design for Compounding Fiberglass Strand on theCo-Rotating Twin Screw Extruder 20J. Grillo and R Andersen, Werner & Pfleiderer CorporationE. Papazoglou, ARCO Chemical CompanyA Numerical Analysis of the Mixing Performance of the Non-lntermeshingTwin Screw Extruder Nip 31J. H. Conner and D. I. Bigio, University of MarylandModeling Leakage Flow in Gear Pumps for Polymers 412K. Kerres and W. Michaeli, Institut fur KunststoffverarbeitungControlling a Gear Pump Assisted Degassing Extruder via Dual Pressure Sensing 416R. Stehr and R Andersen, Maag Pump Systems AG

ANTEC '92 /FM-9

Effect of Die Length in Extrusion Flows of Polymer Melts 421E. Mitsoulis and H. J. Park, University of OttawaDynamics of Multilayer Polymer Melt Flow: An Experimental and Numerical Investigation 426R. Ramanathan and J. Dooley, The Dow Chemical CompanyDesigning Profile Extrusion Dies: A Systematic Approach 431M. A. Huneault, R G. Lafleur, and R J. Carreau, Ecole Polytechnique de MontrealCorner Formation Using Directed Flow Extrusion Technology 436W. H. Miller, GenCorp AutomotiveC.-C. Lee and J. F. Stevenson, GenCorp ResearchAn Experimental Evaluation of Melt Temperature Sensors for Thermoplastic Extrusion 918X. Shen and R. Malloy, University of Massachusetts at LowellJ. Pacini, Dynisco CorporationPredicting Melt Temperatures Using an Adjustable, Exposed Tip Thermocouple 927T. W. McCullough, The Dow Chemical CompanyB. T. Hilton, Manteq International, Inc.Melt Temperature Measurement in a Twin-Screw Extruder with Infrared Fiber Optic Probes 931C. C. Chen, DuPont ElectronicsDeveloping Critical Extrusion Parameters for Nylon 6, Nylon 66, and Nylon 4-6Polyamide Materials from the Melt Rheology Data 937R L. Shah, Rheo-Plast Associates, Inc.Modelling of Flow Fields in Distributive Mixing Elements 1310A. Kiani, R Andersen, J. Curry, and U. Burkhardt, Werner & Pfleiderer CorporationNon-Newtonian and Non-Isothermal Analysis of Flow in a Model Non-lntermeshingCounter-Rotating Twin Screw Extruder 1317T. Fukuoka, Sekisui Chemical Co. Ltd.K. Min, The University of AkronTwo Dimensional Computational Study of Chaotic Mixing in Two-Tipped KneadingPaddles of Co-Rotating Twin Screw Extruders 1323Z. Ji and D. M. Kalyon, Stevens Institute of TechnologyA Numerical Analysis of the Mixing Performance of a Single Screw Extruder 1328J. H. Conner and D. I. Bigio, University of MarylandSimulation of Non-Isothermal Flow in Modular Co-Rotating Twin Screw Extrusion 1332Z. Chen and J. L. White, The University of AkronModeling and Experimental Study of Flow in an Intermeshing Counter-RotatingTwin Screw Extruder 1336A. O. Adewale and J. L. White, The University of AkronEvidence for Phase Inversion during Morphology Development in Polymer Blending 1802U. Sundararaj and C. W. Macosko, University of Minnesota, Twin CitiesC.-K. Shih, £. /. du Pont de Nemours & Co., Inc.Statistical Measurements of Mixtures 1804J. Shen and C. G. Gogos, Stevens Institute of TechnologyDistributive Mixing of Non-Newtonian Fluids in the Partially-FilledNon-lntermeshing Twin Screw Extruder 1809D. Bigio and W. Bairn, University of MarylandA Measurement of Mixing-Energy Efficiency 1815J. H. Conner and D. I. Bigio, University of MarylandMorphological Study of Polyethylene/Polystyrene Blending in a Twin-Screw Extruder 1818Z. H. Shi, R Sammut, and L. A. Utracki, Industrial Materials InstituteV Bordereau, Rhone-Poulenc ChimieOptimization of HMW HDPE Film Properties Utilizing IBC Systems 1824M. W. Pendley and M. D. Wobser, Occidental ChemicalMelt Temperature Influence of Processing and Properties in Blown Film 1833T. I. Butler and S. E. Pirtle, Dow PlasticsProcess Modelling of Contact Extrusion and Coextrusion 1841R. B. Secor, 3M Engineering Systems and TechnologyThe Development of a New Coextrusion Die for Tubular Film 1848J. Perdikoulias and W. Wybenga, Brampton EngineeringInnovative BOPP Packaging Films for Flexible Packaging 1853L. E. Keller, Mobil Plastics Europe

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A Non-Isothermal Model of Single Screw Extrusion Processing of ViscoplasticMaterials Subject to Wall Slip 2158A. Lawal and D M. Kalyon, Stevens Institute of TechnologyEffects of Material Variation and Processing Conditions on the Extrusion Behavior ofCellulose Fiber Filled Polypropylene 2162J. X. Rietveld and S. D. Al-Ramani, University of Wisconsin-MadisonExtrusion Stability of Polyolefin Resins with Different Molecular Weight Distribution 2165C. Y. Cheng and R. E. Christensen, Exxon Chemical CompanyImpact of New Screw Inspection Procedures on Productivity 2169E. M. Mount III, B. W. Smith, and G. Pruner, Mobil Chemical CompanyFollow-up Studies of the Effects of Screw Wear on Barrier Type Screws 2175D. Lounsbury and J. Thompson, Davis-StandardDraw Resonance Instability in Coextrusion Fiber Spinning 2181W. S. Lee and C.-W. Park, University of FloridaMelting of Plastics in Kneading Blocks 2528D. B. Todd, Stevens Institute of TechnologyModeling of the Solids-Conveying Section of a Starve-Fed Single-ScrewPlasticating Extruder 2537S. R. Strand, M. A. Spalding, and K. S. Hyun, The Dow Chemical CompanyCoefficients of Dynamic Friction as a Function of Temperature, Pressure, andVelocity for Several Polyethylene Resins 2542M. A. Spalding and K. S. Hyun, The Dow Chemical CompanyComparison of Elongational Viscosity Relationship with Regard to Utility inBiaxial and Uniaxial Flows 2547A. K. Babel, B. Cao, and G. A. Campbell, Clarkson UniversityEffect of Sharkskin Melt Fracture on LLDPE Film Properties 2550V. Firdaus and R P Tong, Mobil Chemical Company

INJECTION MOLDING DIVISION

Concurrent Engineering with Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing Tools to Reduce"Time to Market" for Plastic Parts 36S. F. De Fosse, G. V. Phatak, and D. I Tyler, Lexmark International IncorporatedEffects of Gate Size and Processing Conditions on Ceramic Injection Molding 40J. R. Youn and S. C. Lee, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and TechnologyDirect Processing of Continuous Fibers onto Injection Molding Machines 44F. Truckenmuller, Universitat StuttgartInjection Molding Processing Effects on the Crystallinity of Polypropylene 48T.-H. Yang and R. E. Nunn, University of Massachusetts at LowellA Knowledge Based Advisor for Preventing Errors during Product and Mold Design and forSolving Injection Molding Problems 54L. R Hebert, F Laplume, and G. Salloum, Industrial Materials Institute

*An Experimental Study of Polymer-Filler Redistribution in Injection Molded Parts 58N. Dontula, N. S. Ramesh, and G. A. Campbell, Clarkson UniversityA. L. Fricke, University of FloridaJ. D. Small, Jr., Eastman Kodak Company

'Effect of Molding Conditions on Part Heat Performance 64M. Sierodzinski, M. O'Connor, and D. Weissmann, Monsanto Chemical Company

*The Failure Behavior of Injection Molded HDPE Products with an Embrittled Surface LayerDue to UV Exposure 68J. C. M. De Bruijn, University of Technology Delft

'Crystallization and Its Effect on the Processing of Polypropylene 72T.Y. Chen and V W. Wang, AC TechnologyM. J. Bozarth, Himont U.S.A., Inc.Multi-Live Feed Molding—Melt Dynamics in the Mold Cavity 442R S. Allan and M. J. Bevis, The University of West LondonE. Grossman, Scortec Inc.Injection Molding of Polycarbonate Optical Disks Using an Oscillatory Boundary Condition 447L. R. Schmidt and J. L. Maxam, GE Corporate Research & Development

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Computer-Aided-Engineering for the Gas-Assisted Injection Molding Process 452L. S. Turng, AC TechnologyDynamic Visualization of Cavity Filling Process along Thickness Direction Using aLaser-Light-Sheet Technique 457H. Yokoi and Y Inagaki, University of TokyoInjection Molding of Foamed, Silicon Carbide Filled Polypropylene 461L. Liang, Norton CompanyR. E. Nunn, University of Massachusetts at LowellA Thermoviscoelastic Model for Prediction of Warpage in Injection-Molded Thermoplastics 466M. Rezayat, B. Ngai, and R. 0. Stafford, Structural Dynamics Research CorporationEvaluation of Inelastic Models for Injection Mold Filling of Thermoplastic Elastomers 946M. M. Weissenberger and A. J. Giacomin, 7exas A&M UniversityExcess Pressure Drops around Corners during Injection Mold Filling Process 949A. Hingorani, T. Patel, C. Randall, and S. P McCarthy, University of Massachusetts at LowellThe Importance of Low Temperature Viscosity to CAE Injection Molding Simulation 954G. Sherbelis and C. Friedl, Moldflow Pty. Ltd.An Examination of Material Characterization and Modelling Techniques for InjectionMolding Simulation 958D. 0. Kazmer and S. J. Willey, GE PlasticsShrinkage and Warpage Prediction for Injection Molded Components 965S. F. Walsh, Moldflow Pty. Ltd.

*Runnerless Temperature Control Technology: Modular versus Multiplexed 970T R Linehan, D-M-E Company

•Safety Considerations for Low Cost Quick Mold Hydraulic Clamp Systems Applyingto the Injection Molding Industry 974F. W. Schroeder and G. Grosser, D-M-E Company

*Mold Shrinkage: Not a Single Data Point 977M. F Bain, Jr., Michigan Technological UniversityS. L. Janicki, A. S. Ulmer, and L. S. Thomas, The Dow Chemical Company

'Effects of Gate and Runner Wear on the Performance of Multi-Cavity Injection Molds:Part I: Moldings of Equal Size 981K. T. O'Brien and R. R. Adavelly, New Jersey Institute of Technology

'Effects of Gate and Runner Wear on the Performance of Multi-Cavity Injection Molds:Part 2: Moldings of Different Size 984K. T O'Brien and K. Vellanki, New Jersey Institute of TechnologyValidation of Radial-Filling Simulation Software 1342W. R. Di Scipio and D. 0. Kazmer, GE PlasticsSimulation of Warpage Caused by Thermal and Geometric Asymmetries inInjection Molded Articles 1349J. X. Rietveld and S.-J. Liu, University of Wisconsin-MadisonAn Experimental Validation of a Shrinkage/Warpage Predictor 1354C. Burke and D. Kazmer, GE PlasticsExample of FEA Optimization of Gas-Assisted Molding 1364A. Bernhardt and G. Bertacchi, Plastics & ComputerCharacterization and Verification of the Thermal History Effect on the Flow Simulationof LCPs 1368A. Mekkaoui, Hoechst Celanese CorporationH. Lobo, AC TechnologyRunnerless Temperature Control Technology: Features That Extend Heater Lifeand Reduce Downtime 1864T. P Linehan, D-M-E CompanyPacking Optimization for Injection Molding 1869J. Shoemaker and R. Allan, Moldflow Pty. Ltd.P. Engelmann, Western Michigan UniversityMeasurement of Melt Temperature Profiles during Filling and Packing Processes Using aNew Integrated Thermocouple Sensor 1875H. Yokoi and Y Murata, University of TokyoH. Tsukakoshi, Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.Post Filling Simulation, Mold Cooling, and Part Warpage 1882A. Davidoff and F. Jacque, Cisigraph

TVL-12/ANTEC '92

S. C. Chen, Chun Yuan Christian UniversityH. Bung, French Atomic CommitteeA Versatile System for the Control of Injection Moulding , 1887F. Gao, H. Fusser, M. R. Kamal, and W. I. Patterson, McGill UniversityA Practical Approach to the Determination of Process Capability in Injection Molding 2186D. B. Hunkar, Hunkar Laboratories, IncIn Situ Measurement of Process Stream Temperatures within a Variable Depth Cavityduring the Injection Molding Cycle 2192J. X. Rietveld and G.Y. Lai, University of Wisconsin-MadisonTranslating Plastic Variables to Machine/Mold Monitoring: How to Track a Perfect Part 2198J. Bozzelli, B. Furches, R. Bujanowski, and J. Little, The Dow Chemical CompanyInjection Molding Correlation between Product Properties and Process Parameters asInfluenced by Random Variation 2202D. H. Harry, Iowa Plastics Technology CenterPart Weight Control in Thermoplastic Injection Molding Operations 2204K. Srinivasan, T Srinivasan, and G. R Maul, The Ohio State UniversityNew and Autoadaptative Process Control on Plastic Injection Molding 2209R Devos, F. Laurent, J. Pabiot, and M. Ryckebusch, Ecole des Mines de DouaiReducing Surface Defects in the Injection Molding of Thermoplastics Using aHybrid Expert System 2214T.-C. Jan and K. T O'Brien, New Jersey Institute of TechnologyAdvances in Hydro-Mechanical Clamping Systems 2218M. Urquhart, Husky Injection Molding SystemsThe Effect of Holding Pressure on Frozen-in Birefringence in Injection-Molded Disks 2221K. Yoon and K. K. Wang, Cornell UniversityCompetitive Injection Molding Plant Layouts 2226G. Hughes, Husky Injection Molding Systems

*The Effects of Varying the Relationship between Primary and Secondary Pressureon the Properties of Injection Molded Impact Polystyrene 2504H. G. Hawke, GMI Engineering & Management Institute

'Determining Process Capability for Injection Molding 2507D. W. Plocinski, Ball State University

'An Alternate Method of Measuring Injection Pressure 2509M. Rose, The Pennsylvania State University

'Predicting Weld Line Conditions by the Usage of Injection Molding Analysis Software 2511R J. Kuvshinikov, The Pennsylvania State University

'Evaluation of Unbalanced Runners and Relationship to Molding Simulation 2515D. A. Gronostaj, The Pennsylvania State University

'Comparing Hesitation in Actual Processes and When Using InjectionMolding Analysis Software 2518T. Sada, The Pennsylvania State University

*On-Line Monitoring of Melt Viscosity for the Injection Molding Process 2523A. R. Reynolds, The Pennsylvania State UniversityMolding Area Diagram Analogs for Injection Molding 2554R. Prakash, GE PlasticsR. E. Nunn, University of Massachusetts at LowellApplication of Regression Analysis in the Design for the Injection Screws 2559J. Xu, Jiangsu Institute of Chemical TechnologyAn Evaluation of Weld Line Strengths for Long Glass Fiber Reinforced Styrene/Maleic Anhydride Copolymer 2563S. Brahmbhatt and R. Malloy, University of Massachusetts at LowellEffects of Screw and Mixing-Head Design on Melt Homogeneity in Injection Molding 25680. AmanoThe Prediction of Burning Occurrence on the Injection Process in Case ofABS Compound Resin 2572H. Nishiura, T. Motoda, and Y Itoh, Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd.

ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC DIVISION

Cure Behavior of Encapsulation Materials for Microelectronic Assembly of Bare IC's 78K. Palit, David Sarnoff Research Center

ANTEC '92/FM-13

On the Simulation of Microelectronic Encapsulation with Epoxy Molding Compound 84L. S. Turng and V. W. Wang, AC TechnologyPredicted Bow of Plastic Packages of Integrated Circuit (IC) Devices 89E. Suhir, AT&T Bell LaboratoriesProper Use of Vacuum to Improve the Encapsulation Process, Both Casting and Molding 99J. L. Hull, Hull CorporationElectrical Conductivity of Carbon Black Riled Polymers—Effects ofMorphology and Processing 474B.-L. Lee, The BFGoodrich CompanyConductive Nylon 6/6 and Nylon 12: An Evaluation for Electrostatic Discharge Protection 477G. Gupta and B. A. K. Smith, 7exas Instruments IncorporatedElectrical Percolation Behavior of Short Fiber Composites: Experimental Studyand Simulation Results 481A. A. Dani, S. F. Wang, and A. A. Ogale, Clemson UniversityVolume Resistivity and Mechanical Properties of Electrically ConductiveLong Fiber Composites 484M. E. Weber and M. R. Kamal, McGill UniversityDevelopment of Mathematical Tools to Determine Optimum Enclosure Designsfor Controlling Electromagnetic Fields 488S. B. Railkar, H. S. Gokturk, and D. M. Kalyon, Stevens Institute of TechnologyElectric and Magnetic Properties of Low Density Polyethylene Filled withNickel Powders, Fibers and Flakes 491H. S. Gokturk, T. J. Fiske, and D. M. Kalyon, Stevens Institute of TechnologyDevelopment of a General Purpose Injection Molded Circuit Card 988S. L. Spanoudis, Lexmark International, IncorporatedThe In-Plane Thermal Expansion of Glass Fabric Reinforced Epoxy Laminatesat Temperatures below Tg 993J. Yuan and L. A. Falanga, AT&T Bell LaboratoriesPolyphenylene Sulfide Properties and Weld Line Strength forElectrical/Electronic Applications 997L. H. Wadhwa and J. W. Sell, Hoechst Celanese CorporationEnhancement of Electrical Conductivity of Uniaxially and Biaxially ProcessedPoly(p-phenytene sulfide) Rims 1002D.-H. Ko and K. Min, The University of AkronPreparation of Novel Silylstyrene-Maleimide Copolymers for Near UV Resist and ftsIntegrated Circuit (IC) Lithographic Properties 1011W.Y. Chiang and J.Y. Lu, Tatung Institute of Technology

THERMOFORMING DIVISION

Film Temperatures Determine the Wall Thicknesses of Thermoformed Parts . 104S. Poller and W. Michaeli, Institut fur KunststoffverarbeitungModelling of Infra-Red Heating of Transparent Polyurethane 109M. Menezes and D. F. Watt, University of WindsorModeling of 3D Thermoforming 114K. Kouba and J. Vlachopoulos, McMaster UniversityThermoforming Simulation of a Plastic Cup 117W. R. Chung, San Jose State UniversityT. W. Lee, FMC CorporationA Study of the Thermoformabiiity of Woodfiber Filled Poiyoiefin Composites 122S. A. Igl and T. A. Osswald, University of Wisconsin-MadisonBalancing Extrusion and Thermoforming Capability for Polypropylene 496M. R. Drickman and K. E. McHugh, Himont U.S.A., Inc.Modifiers That Improve the Thermoformabiiity of Polypropylene 501R. W. Johnson and C. S. llenda, Rohm & Haas CompanyHigh Density Thermoplastic Polyesters for Sheet Extrusion 506A. H. Clark and E. B. Walsh, GE PlasticsThermoforming for Health Care Products 515S. D. Hasselbach, C.M.I. Plastics

TM-14/ANTEC '92

Practical Application of Thinwall Thermoforming Molds from Prototype to Production onWeb Fed Inline Thermoforming Machines 518S. R. Rosen, Mold Systems Corp.Twin Sheet Forming: A Study of Tooling and Materials 522R Hughes, The Hughes Plastics Co., Inc.J. Griep, Portage Casting & Mold Co., Inc.Thermal Behavior of Calendering Processing 528A. A. Tseng, J. S. Traynor, and S. R. Wang, Drexel UniversityRidge Thermoforming of Thermoplastic Sheet 534A. Buckel, McConnel Co., Inc.

ENGINEERING PROPERTIES & STRUCTURE DIVISION

Creep and Stress Rupture Testing of Polyethylene Sheet under Equal BiaxialTensile Stresses 128D. E. Duvall and D. B. Edwards, L. J. Broutman & Associates, Ltd.Fracture Resistance Characterization of Glassy Polymers from Crack Arrest Experiments 132K. Idonije, M. Motuku, I. Shehata, and H. Aglan, Tuskegee UniversityFatigue Fracture Behavior of PEEK 136M. Brillhart and J. Botsis, University of Illinois at ChicagoEffect of Molecular Weight on Slow Crack Growth in High Density Polyethylene 140D. E. Duvall, R K. So, and L. J. Broutman, L. J. Broutman & Associates, Ltd.Stress Induced Melting Model for Yielding of PBT Based Copolymers and Blends 144J. A. Donovan and P Chang, University of Massachusetts

'Effect and Stability of Various UV Stabilizers in Polyolefins after 500 Hoursof Accelerated Weather Testing 386D. 0. Lausten, Plastics Technology Program

"'Shear Zone" Method of Characterizing Effects of Shear Rate on Mechanical Properties 389D. Ignaczak, Penn State Behrend

'Rheological Properties of Polyvinylidene Fluoride and PolymethylMethacrylate Engineering Alloys 392D. M. Burke, The University of Massachusetts at Lowell

'Characterization of Poisson's Ratio for Anisotropic and Isotropic PolymericMaterial Systems 403T. S. Vangsness, The University of Massachusetts at Lowell

*The Evaluation of Polyphosphazene Miscibility in Blends with Amorphous PolymersStudied by DSC 407L. Braswell, University of North TexasOrientation and Property Development in Styrene/Maleic Anhydride Copolymer andGeneral Purpose Polystyrene: A Comparison of Process/Structure/PropertyRelationships for Uniaxial Extension 538S. A. Schwartz and M. J. McCullough, ARCO Chemical CompanyAntiplasticization Mechanisms in Polystyrene/Mineral Oil Blends 543S. L. Anderson, E. A. Grulke, and R T. DeLassus, Michigan State UniversityC. W. Kocher and B. G. Landes, The Dow Chemical CompanyResidual Thermal Birefringence in Quenched Amorphous Polymers 549G. D. Shyu and A. I. Isayev, The University of AkronOrientation and Properties of Polypropylene 554S. A. Jabarin, The University of Toledo

. Diffusion of Flavors and Solvents in Polypropylene: A Model for Calculations 558R. C. Mason, J. F. Hall, and B. A. Howell, Central Michigan UniversityP. T. DeLassus, The Dow Chemical CompanyNew Engineering Thermoplastic Polythioethersulfone Having Properties of BothCrystalline and Amorphous Polymer 563

" J. Kawabata, T Sugie, and F. Kobata, Dainippon Ink & Chemicals, Inc., Rheology of High Melt Strength Polypropylene 569

H. J. Yoo and D. Done, Himont USA., Inc.Modified Polycarbonate with Excellent Processability and High Impact Strength

vat Low Temperatures 573j . Y. J. Chung, S. Krishnan, C. E. Lundy, and D. G. Powell, Miles Inc.

ANTEC '92/PM-15

'Crystallization Effect on Miscibility and Morphology of Poly(aryl ether ether ketone)and Polymer(ether imide) Blends 578B. S. Hsiao and B. B. Sauer, £ /. du Pont de Nemours & Co., Inc.

'Rheology and Mechanical Properties of Ultrahigh Performance Polyimide Melt Blends 582K. G. Blizard and M. A. Druy, Foster-Miller, Inc.F. E. Karasz, University of Massachusetts

'Properties and Morphology of Oriented Ternary Blends of PET/HDPE/Compatibilizing Agent 586R Sambaru and S. A. Jabarin, The University of Toledo

'Effect of the Third Component Addition on the Structure and Properties ofPoly(ethyl acrylate)/Poly(methyl methacrylate) Semi-IPN 589S. H. Kim, Pohang Institute of Science and TechnologyJ. H. An, Research Institute of Industrial Science and Technology

'Development of Lower Cost Injection Moldable, Internally Lubricated ThermoplasticsBased on PTFE 592J. A. Harding, Akzo Engineering Plastics, Inc

'Compatibiiization of Refined Commingled Post-Consumer Plastics 596M. Xanthos, A. Patel, S. Dey, S. S. Dagli, and C. Jacob, Stevens Institute of TechnologyT J. Nosker and R. W. Renfree, Rutgers University

'Effects of Composition and Polypropylene Melt Flow on Polypropylene-Waste Newspaper Composites 602G. E. Myers and C. M. demons, USDA Forest ServiceJ. J. Balatinecz and R. T Woodhams, University of Toronto

*Poly(phenylene sulfide)/Polyetherimide Blends via Reactive Extrusion:Morphology and Rheology 605J. J. Scobbo, Jr., General Electric CompanyUnderstanding the Influence of Molecular Weight Distribution on ESCR and MeltViscosity of Blow Molding HDPE Resins 1018R. S. Michael, D. R. Hill, H. R. Glover, and R L. Maeger, Chevron Chemical CompanyMorphological Studies of Fractions of LLDPE 1020W. S. Lambert and R J. Phillips, The University of TennesseeThe Enhancement of the Toughness of Polyethylene by Blending 1024L. Bottomley and J. Bowman, Brunei UniversityHeterogeneous Nucleation of Isotactic Polypropylene 1028R. Paiz and R. D. Wesson, Louisiana State UniversityThe Role of Secondary Nucleation in Epitaxial Growth of Polyethylene on Polypropylene 1031A. J. Greso and R J. Phillips, The University of Tennessee

'Graft Copolymer Compatibilizers for Blends of Polypropylene andEthylene-Propylene Copolymer 1036D. J. Lohse, Exxon Research & Engineering Co.S. Datta, Exxon Chemical Co.

*A Study of the Rheoiogicai Properties of Gradual SBR's Blends 1039M. J. Rivera and J. E. Puig, Universidad de GuadalajaraJ. L. Contreras, 0. Robles, and V. M. Monroy, Industrias Negromex S.A. de CV.

'Miscibility and Phase Behavior of Polyisoprene/Polybutadiene andPolybutadiene/Polybutadiene Blends 1043J. M. Massie, A. F. Halasa, R. N. Thudium, and C. W. Burkhart, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company

*A Morphological Study of the Deformation of the Dispersed Phase in ImmisciblePolymer Blends during Melt Processing 1048R. Gonzalez-Nunez, B. D Favis, and R J. Carreau, Ecole Polytechnique de MontrealC. Lavallee, Industrial Materials Institute

'HDPE and LLDPE Extrudate Roughness Study by Screening Design 1256X. Wang, B. Clement, P J. Carreau, and P G. LaFleur, Ecole Polytechnique de Montreal

'Relating Strength to Radial and Linear Flow for a Liquid Crystal Polymer 1259R. R Mozes, The Pennsylvania State University

'The Effects of Weathering on Polyethylene Dairy Cases 1262R. Rutkowski and L. A. Dzeskiewicz, The Pennsylvania State University

'Morphological Studies on Ternary Poiyoiefin Blends 1265V. Flaris, University of MelbourneA. Wasiak and W. Wenig, University of Duisburg

'The Effects of Electronic Water Treaters on Molding Conditions 1267D. L. McBee, The Pennsylvania State University

TM-16/ANTEC '92

Effects of Molding Conditions and Additives upon the Thermo-Mechanical Propertiesof Polypropylene 1374W.-S. Jou, Cornell UniversityT. G. Smith, University of MarylandSpinning Characteristics of PP Resins 1378H. J. Yoo, Himont USA., Inc.Experimental Study on Single Screw Extrusion of Polypropylene—SphericalParticles versus Cold-Cut Pellets 1381A. Dharia and D. Pierick, Himont U.S.A., Inc.Processing and Characterization of Biaxially Stretched Styrene/MaleicAnhydride Copolymer Films 1386N. Bhojraj and J. E. Spruiell, University of TennesseeS. A. Schwartz, ARCO Chemical CompanyCharacterization of Coupled Swell and Sag Effects in Parison Formation 1391R. W. DiRaddo and A. Garcia-Rejon, Industrial Materials InstituteDynamics and Structure Development in Solid State Extruded VF2/VF3 Copolymers 1396J. S. Lee and M. Cakmak, The University of AkronConformationai Deformation of Linear Polymers in Injection Molded Parts 1407M. Okumura, Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd.M. Nagasawa, Toyota Technological InstituteA Model for Predicting Slip Velocity during Extrusion with FluoropolymerProcessing Additives 1411C. W. Stewart, R. S. McMinn, and K. M. Stika, £ I. du Pont de Nemours & Co., Inc.

'Engineering Properties for Novel Polyamide Alloys 1416B. W. Moody, Akzo Engineering Plastics, Inc.

'Compatibiiization of Poly(arylether sulfone)/Polyamide Blends 1420C. L. Myers, Amoco Chemical Company

'Sulfonated Polystyrene/Nylon 6 Blends: Effect of the Cation 1424R. A. Weiss and X. Lu, University of Connecticut

'Modification and Compatibiiization of Nylon 6 with FunctionalizedStyrenic Block Copolymers 1427M. J. Modic, Shell Development CompanyL. A. Pottick, Shell Chemical Company

'Mechanical and Tribological Properties of PEHD/PA 6 Blends 1431S. H. Benabdallah, Royal Military College of Canada

'Morphology and Properties of Compatibilized Blends of Nylon 4.6 withPoly(2,6-dimethyl-1,4-phenylene oxide) 1435C. Koning and L. v.d. Vondervoort, DSM Research

'Interdiffusion of Thermotropic Liquid Crystalline and Thermoplastic Polymers 1439K. E. McClain and A. A. Ogale, Clemson University

'Computer Simulation of Viscoelasticity in Polymer Systems 1594J. H. Weiner and J. Gao, Brown University

'Molecular Modeling of the Mechanical Properties of Polymers 1595Y. Termonia, £ /. du Pont de Nemours & Co., Inc.

'Computer Simulation of Phase Diagrams of Binary and Quasi-Binary PolymerSolutions and Blends 1598S. J. Mumby, P B. Sher, F. H. Case, and B. E. Eichinger, BIOSYM Technologies, Inc.

'Polymer RISM Theory Applied to Blends 1602J. D. Honeycutt, BIOSYM Technologies, Inc.

'Stress-Strain Analysis of Single-Lap Composite Joints under Four-Point Bending 1605C. Yang and S.-S. Pang, Louisiana State University

'Dyadic Green's Function for Loaded Circular Microwave Cavity 1610Y. Chang, J. Wei, and M. C. Hawley, Michigan State University

'Morphology and Rheoiogicai Behavior of Incompatible Blends ofPoly(butylene terephthalate) (PBT) and Polyamide 1892»Ni Wakita and M. Kita, Daicel Chemical Industries, Ltd.'Blends of Nylon 6 and Functionalized by Gamma Radiation Low Density Polyethylene:Processing Characteristics and Mechanical Properties 1895A. Valenza and G. Spadaro, Universita di PalermoD. Acierno, Universita di Salerno

ANTEC '92 /PM-17

'Characterization of Blends of Nylon-6, Polystyrene and Lightly SulfonatedPolystyrene lonomers 1899J. S. Shaskus, Jr. and R. A. Weiss, University of Connecticut

'The Effect of Sulfonated Polystyrene on Adhesion of Polystyrene to Aluminum 1904G. H. Armstrong, M. R. Dargin, and L. Johnson, Alcoa Technical Center

'An On-Line Pendant Drop Interfacial Tension Apparatus 1907N. R. Demarquette and M. R. Kamal, McGill University

'Relative Effects of Melt Viscosity and Melt Elasticity on the Dispersion ofInorganic Fillers in Polypropylene 1914A. Dharia and M. Wolkowicz, Himont U.S.A., Inc.

'Deflection and Stress Analysis of Stiffened Orthotropic Skew Panels underUniform Transverse Loading 1917A. K. Tripathy and S.-S. Pang, Louisiana State University

'Standard Semi-Rigid PU Foam Specimens—Size Effect on Compression Response 1925J. D. Rehkopf, G. M. McNeice, and A. Rudin, University of Waterloo

'Design for Failure 1928H. Hojnacki, BASF Corporation

'Computer Simulations of Polysilanes Used for Advanced Technologies 1972W. J. Welsh, University of Missouri-St. Louis

'Molecular Dynamics of Rigid-Rod Polymers 1976B. L. Farmer, University of VirginiaD. S. Dudis and W. W. Adams, Wright Laboratory

'Molecular Modelling of Surface Stresses Generated by Polyethylene Folds 1979H. R Fisher and R. K. Eby, The University of AkronR. C. Cammarata, The Johns Hopkins University

'Molecular Dynamics Simulation of Electric Field Induced Motion in Crystalline Polyethylene 1982D. W. Noid, B. G. Sumpter, G. L. Liang, and B. Wunderlich, Oak Ridge National Laboratory

and the University of Tennessee'Molecular Dynamics of Common Polymers in Unusual Environments 1985R. W. Dodge, K.-J. Lee, Y. Zhan, and W. L. Mattice, The University of AkronKinetics of the Nematic to Crystalline Transition in a Liquid Crystalline Polymer 2232R J. Phillips and A. Fukada, The University of TennesseeThe Effects of Compression Molding and Drawing on the Mechanical Anisotropy ofIn Situ Thermoplastic Composites 2236J. R de Souza and D. G. Baird, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityLiquid Crystalline Polymer/Fluoropolymer Blends: Preparation and Properties ofUnidirectional "Prepregs" and Composite Laminates 2241D. Dutta and R. A. Weiss, University of ConnecticutK. Kristal, Rogers Corp.Effect of Drawing on Structure and Properties of a Liquid Crystalline Polymer andIts Blends with Polycarbonate 2244Q. Lin and A. F Yee, University of MichiganThe Effect of Compatibiiization on the Properties of Blends of Thermotropic LiquidCrystals with Polypropylene 2248H. J. O'Donnell, A. Datta, and D. G. Baird, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityProcessing of High Performance, Dimensionally Stable Blends Containinga Thermotropic LCP 2253K. Blizard, R. Haghighat, and R. Lusignea, Foster-Miller, Inc.J. Connell, NASALangley Research CenterLCP/PE Blends for Thin Film Applications 2257A. M. Lichkus and I. R. Harrison, The Pennsylvania State University

*A QSPR for the Tg of Polymers: The Koehler-Hopfinger Approach Using theTripos 5.2 Force Field 2262R. J. Vaz, Tripos Associates, Inc.

'Theoretical Structural Characterization of Polydiethynylsilane—A NewNonlinear Optical Material 2265S. Grigoras, Dow Corning Corp.G. C. Lie IBMT. J. Barton, S. Ijadi-Maghsoodi, Y Pang, and J. Shinar, Iowa State UniversityZ. V. Vardeny, K. S. Wong, and S. G. Han, University of Utah

YhL-18/ANTEC '92

'Estimated Properties of Polyolefins Using Constant Pressure MolecularDynamics Simulations 2271C. Qian, M. K. Dygert, C. M. Venkatachalam, and R J. Ludovice, Polygen-Molecular Simulation Inc.

'Brownian Dynamics Simulations 2274J. D. Madura, University of South Alabama

'Computer Simulated Shear Flow Experiments of Water Soluble lonomers 2277A. C. Watterson, D. N. Chin, and J. C. Salamone, University of Massachusetts at Lowell

'Solution Properties of Polymers: 1.A Measure of the Ionic Strength Dependenceof Polyamphotyte Solutions 2280G. R Puglia, Polygen-Molecular Simulations

'Computational Statistics of Poly(dialkyl siloxanes) from Molecular Dynamic Simulations 2282N. A. Neuburger, I. Bahar, and W. L. Mattice, The University of AkronRadiometric Temperature Measurements on a Sheet with a Thermal Gradientacross Its Thickness 2576N. Hajji and J. E. Spruiell, University of TennesseeStrain Indicating Coatings 2580C. C. Davis and J. C. Hudson, GMI Engineering & Management InstituteUV Protecting Layers on PVC Made by Plasma Polymerization 2583J. Leiber and W. Michaeli, Institut fur KunststoffverarbeitungElectrolyte Effects on Microemuision Polymerization of Styrene 2587J. E. Puig, Universidad de GuadalajaraA. R Full and E. W. Kaler, University of DelawareSimulation of Post-Filling Process Considering the Viscoelastic Effectof the Polymer Melt 2590S.-C. Chen, N.-T. Cheng, and Y.-C. Chen, Chung Yuan University

VINYL PLASTICS DIVISION

'The Advantages of One Pack Additive Packages in PVC Processing 1054R S. Holsopple, Atochem North America

'Processing Morphology of the PVC/MBS Blend 1058M. Kadokura, T. Momii, H. Hirata, Y. Okuda, and H. Kobayashi, Kaneka Corporation

'Effect of Selected Additives on Extrudate Swell and Rheoiogicai Properties of Rigid PVC 1063M. A. Huneault, R J. Carreau, and R G. LaFleur, Ecole Polytechnique de MontrealV. R Gupta, Synergistics industries Ltd.

'Selecting the Proper Process Aid for the Application 1068K. Kitai, Metco North America, Inc.R Holsopple, Atochem North America Inc.K. Okano, Mitsubishi Rayon Co., Ltd.

'Performance of Hybrid Mica and Surface Modified Wood Fiber Reinforced PVC Composites 1073D. Maldas and B. V. Kokta, Universite du Quebec a Trois-RivieresFiller Tolerance of Dispersion Resins—An Analysis of Oil Absorptionand Particle Size Effects 1442W. W. Harvey, Jr., Occidental Chemical CorporationThe Effect of Physical Aging on Properties of Rigid Polyvinyl Chloride 1447E. B. Rabinovitch and J. W. Summers, BFGoodrichMicrocellular PVC 1452V. Kumar, J. E. Weller, and R. Montecillo, University of WashingtonCompounds Based on Ultra High Molecular Weight PVC Resins for Usein Automotive Applications 1457R. S. Brookman, R Mazer, and D. Schmeyer, Colorite Plastics CompanyInfluence of Processing on PVC Structure Property Relationships 1463

• M. T. Berard, D R. Parikh, and J. R. Bethea, Sr, The Dow Chemical CompanyS. M. Williams, Louisiana State University Co-op

.The Effect of Temperature and Time in Curing Industrial Formulations of PVC Plastisols 1468E. Mendizabal, J. M. Candia, and C. F. Jasso, Universidad de Guadalajara

cL Cruz, Hedstrom Corporation•, Melt Filtration of Recycled PVC 1934'. , H.-K. Boo, B. K. Mikofalvy, J. W. Summers, D. H. Mittendorf, and W. A. Sell, BFGoodrichI Melt Filtration: The Final Step in the Purification of PVC Bottles for Recycling 1938I G. M. Sadowski and L. G. Shaw, Occidental Chemical Corporation

II ANTEC '92/PM-19

Use of Organotin Stabilizers—Risk Assessment Analysis 1942K. A. Mesch and T. G. Kugele, Morton International, Inc.Mixed Metal Vinyl Stabilizer Synergism. IV: Antimony Mercaptide/Group II Metal Carboxylate Blends 2288R. F. Grossman, Synthetic Products Co.Mixed Metal Vinyl Stabilizer Synergism. V: Dehydrochlorination Reactionsof Model Compounds 2291R. F. Grossman, Synthetic Products Co.Upper Critical Solution Temperature Lubricants for CPVC 2294H. Nakamura, T Fukuoka, and T. Uesaka, Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd.Factors Affecting the Abrasiveness of Filled Rigid PVC Dry Blends 2297E. J. Augustyn and J. Leonard, OMYA, Inc.D.S.C. Analysis of Fusion Level of Rigid PVC Revisited: Filler Effects on ThermalAnalysis Data 2302R Choi, M. Lynch, A. Rudin, and J. W Teh, University of WaterlooJ. Batiste, Esso Chemical CanadaStudy of the Effect of Fumed Silica on Rigid PVC Properties 2305S. Fellahi, Ecole Polytechnique de MontrealS. Boukobbal and F. Boudjenana, Algerian Institute of Petroleum

'Experimental Design for Non-Statisticians 2596R. C. Neuman, R. C. Neuman Associates

'Improved Process Control for the Plastics Industry 2599M. R. Beauregard, Resource Engineering, Inc.

'The Use of Statistical Process Control in Batch Processed PVC Compounding—Part II 2601D. J. Brown, Alcatel Canada Wire Inc.

'Process Optimization through Reduced Viscosity Variation(Thermoplastic Injection Molding) Workshop 2604D. Daubenmeyer, Superior Plastic Inc.

THERMOSET DIVISION

Dielectric Cure Monitoring Allows Process Control in BMC-lnjection Moulding 1474M. Stoeger and W. Michaeli, Institute for Plastics Processing (IKV)Dielectric Characterization of Urethane Foam Reactivity 1478J. M. Howard, III, GE AppliancesPolyol Prepolymers from Natural Products and Their Use in Urethanes 1481J. J. Meister and F.-F. Chang, University of Detroit MercyMechanical and Dynamic Properties of the Polyurethane-Unsaturated PolyesterInterpenetrating Networks (I) 1484C.-C. M. Ma, Y.-G. Gong, and C.-H. Chen, National Tsing Hua UniversityK.-F. Hsieh and Y.-C. Chern, National Taiwan UniversityInterpenetrating Polymer Networks of Polyurethane-Epoxy 1488K.-F. Hsieh and Y.-C. Chern, National Taiwan UniversityC.-C. M. Ma and Y.-G. Gong, National Tsing Hua UniversityComparison of DSC and DMA Results for 350 °F Epoxy-Graphite Prepreg 1492S. R. Sauerbrunn and J. Foreman, TA Instruments, Inc.Phenomenologic Kinetic Models for Polymerization Reaction of Polyester Resinand Styrene, Isothermic and Non-lsothermic, Considering Inhibition Times 1948J. A. Medina Calderon, V. M. Gonzalez-Romero, and T. G. Avalos Munguia, University of GuadalajaraNumerical Analysis of the Resin Transfer Molding Process by the Finite Element Method 1954F. Trochu, R. Gauvin, and Z. Zang, Ecole Polytechnique de MontrealA Treatise—Molded versus Data Sheet Properties in the Electrical Industry 1958R Fina, College of DupageRheoiogicai Study of Non-Isothermal Curing Reaction of an Epoxy-Aliphatic Amine System 2312P Velazquez, M. Arellano, and V. M. Gonzalez-Romero, Universidad de GuadalajaraTime-Temperature-Transformation Diagram of an Epoxy Resin-Aromatic Amine System 2316E. Michel and V M. Gonzalez-Romero, Universidad de GuadalajaraCharacterization of Thermosets Used for Transfer Molding Process 2321L. Boutin, A. Ajji, and L. Choplin, Universite LavalE. Bellefleur, IBM Canada Ltee

TM-ZO/ANTEC '92

The Rheokinetics of RIM Systems in Solution 2326D. F. Mielewski, N. R. Anturkar, and D. R. Bauer, Ford Motor CompanyA Model of Advancing Flow Front in RIM 2330N. R. Anturkar, The Ford Motor CompanyRubber Toughening of Unsaturated Polyester Resins 2606D. S. Kim and C. E. Park, Pohang Institute of Science and TechnologyMorphological and Fracture Studies of Alloys of Thermosets and Thermoplastics 2610K. Kubotera and A. F. Yee, The University of MichiganOn the Toughening of Highly Crossiinked Epoxies 2613S. Tobing and R. Pearson, Lehigh UniversityAlkali Metal Chelates as Novel Catalysts for Isocyanate-Based Polymers 2616K. Ashida and J.-C. Jiang, University of Detroit MercyComparison of a Microwave and Thermally Cured Thermosetting Polycarbonate 2621D. M. McNeil and M. C. Hawley, Michigan State UniversityM. Demeuse, Enichem America Inc.

THERMOPLASTIC MATERIALS & FOAMS DIVISION

Tension-Tension Fatigue of Microcellular Polycarbonate: Initial Results 1496K. A. Seeler, Lafayette CollegeV. Kumar, University of WashingtonMicrocellular Poly(ethylene terephthalate) and Crystallizable Poly(ethylene terephthalate):Characterization of Process Variables 1503D. F. Baldwin and N. R Suh, Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyCreating an Integral, Unfoamed Skin on Microcellular Foams 1508V. Kumar and J. E. Weller, University of WashingtonRapid Heating for Microcellular Nucleation 1513C. B. Park and N. R Suh, Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyNon-Destructive Characterization of Microcellular Foam Structure:Error Analysis of a Proposed Sensor 1519J. L. Garbini, M. R. Holl, V. Kumar, W. R. Murray, and J. E. Jorgensen, University of WashingtonRoom-Temperature Microcellular Foaming 1527S. W. Cha and N. R Suh, Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyDoes a Microcellular Structure Improve the Modulus of Toughness of a Polymer Matrix? 1532D I. Collias and D. G. Baird, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityThermal and Microscopy Studies of CO2-lnduced Morphology in Crystalline PET Foams 1536V Kumar, University of WashingtonO. S. Gebizlioglu, BellcoreImproving the Output and Bubble Stability of Thick Gauge Blown Film 150T J. Obijeski and K. R. Pruitt, Dow Chemical U.S.A.Exact™ Linear Ethylene Polymers for Enhanced Sealing Performance 154D. Van der Sanden and R. W. Halle, Exxon Chemical Co.Effects of Cast Film Fabrication Variables on Key Stretch Film Properties 159J. A. deGroot, A. T Doughty, and K. B. Stewart, Dow Chemical USA.Polypropylene Performance in Thermo-Form-Fill-and-Seal Applications 165D. S. Davis, Exxon Chemical CompanyMechanical Properties of Polystyrene/Poly Butyl Acrylate Gradient Polymer 610C. F. Jasso and E. Mendizabal, Universidad de GuadalajaraSingle Site Catalyzed Ethylene Copolymers: Structure/Property Relationships 613B. C. Trudell, C. S. Speed, and F. C. Stehling, £xxon Chemical CompanyDevelopment of Calenderable Poiyoiefin Sheet/Film Resins 618A. Shah, Himont USA., Inc.New Hydrophilic Polyether-Ester-Amide Block Copolymers 622D G. Davis and J. B. Conkey, Atochem North AmericaEthylene Incorporation in Polypropylene: Effect on Thermal-Related Properties 628D. S. Davis, Exxon Chemical CompanyUse of Bilobe Glass Fibers to Reduce Warp in Thermoplastic Blends 630R. Gallucci, R. Naar, N. I. Liu, W Mordecai, and J. Yates, General Electric PbsticsL. Huey and R. Schweizer, Owens Corning Fiberglas Co.Functionalized Polyolefins: Synthesis and Applications 633D Rhubright, A. Kumar, and T C. Chung, The Pennsylvania State University

ANTEC '92/PM-81

An Experimental Study on the Nucleation of Microcellular Foams in HighImpact Polystyrene 1078N. S. Ramesh, J. A. Kweeder, D. H. Rasmussen, and G. A. Campbell, Clarkson UniversityEnvironmental Impact of Blowing Agent Choice in Production of Polystyrene Foamfor Food Service Packaging 1082C. M. Krutchen, Mobil Chemical CompanyNew Syntactic Foams with Polystyrene 1088N. R. Schott and T. K. Bhattacharjee, University of Massachusetts at LowellStructural Foam Polystyrene: An Evaluation of Process, Ignition Resistant Additive,Weight Reduction, and Paintability 1092R F. Grelle and R J. Masloski, Dow Chemical U.S.A.Energy Absorption Models for Closed Cell Polymeric Foam That Account forGeometry Effects 1098R R. Stupak and J. A. Donovan, University of Massachusetts

BLOW MOLDING DIVISION

Technical History of Blow Molding 174R. E. Dunham, Consultant PlasticsBlow Molding Head Design for Engineering Plastics 182J. R. Thompson, Crompton & Knowles CorporationBlow Molding Engineering Thermoplastics with Non-Round Head Tooling 189L. E. Ferguson, GE PlasticsH. Furuya and H. Takatori, UBE Industries, Ltd.A Numerical Model of the Extrusion Blow-Molding Process 197M. Bellet, Ecole des Mines de ParisC. Corsini, Transvalor S.A.D. Assaker, R Mercier, and R Wouters, SolvayBottle Orientation for Downstream Automation 638K. H. Bruning, Bekum America CorporationFinite Element Modelling of the Inflation Process in Blow Moulding 641R. Harms and W. Michaeli, Institut fur KunststoffverarbeitungPolymer Flow Analysis in Cross-Head Dies 644T. Kakemura, Toppan Printing CQ, Ltd.Wall Thickness Distribution in Blow Moulded Products: Comparison between TheoreticalPredictions and Experimental Results 648A. Garcia-Rejon, S. Schoebe, and R. W. DiRaddo, Industrial Materials InstituteComparative Structure and Properties of Simultaneously and Sequentially Oriented PET 653S. A. Jabarin and R Chandran, The University of ToledoAdvances in Integrated Stretch Blow Molding 658L. Fior, Husky Injection Molding Systems

AUTOMOTIVE DIVISION

Automotive Exterior Body Panels with Polyurea and the Reaction InjectionMolding (R.I.M.) Process 662R. D. Wharfield, General Motors CorporationAutomotive Fascias Performance, Design, and Paint Flexibility 668W. D. Mordecai, R. Wade, and L. J. Goff, General Electric CompanyCast Magnesium—Ideal RIM Tooling Material 679D. Stein, Man-Tech Development Inc.M. Grandsoult, Aerospace EngineerPVC Powder for Double Slush Molding 682Y. Nakatsuji and T. Igarashi, Sumitomo Chemical Company, LimitedNew SMA Materials for Automotive Applications 687S. M. Hartig, DSM Engineering PlasticsM. Scheerhoorn, DSM Polymers and HydrocarbonsInfluence of Azodicarbonamide on the Flame Retardant Efficiency of Textiles Treated witha Phosphorus Containing Compound 690M. A. Khattab, S. H. Kandil, M. A. Ellatif, and S. E. Morsi, Alexandria University

TM-ZZ/ANTEC '92

Metallic Core Technology . . . and the Production of One Piece, Hollow CompositeComponents Which Have Complex Internal Geometry 1102T. F. Kidd, ElectrovertExpert System Technology Today and into the 21st Century 1105R. D. Wharfield, General Motors CorporationBarrier Properties of Plastic Automotive Fuel Tank Materials and Structures toSingle and Mixed Components of Gasoline 1108W. J. Kollen and R L. Murthy, The University of ToledoMethanol Fuel Resistance of Phenolic Composites 1113J. Arimond, Rogers CorporationResistance of Blow Molding Compounds to the Automotive Environment 1117R. A. Kline, General Motors Corporation

'Plastics Recycling and the Automotive Industry 1542S. L. D. Day, G£ Plastics

'Recycling Glass Fiber Reinforced Polypropylene Composites 1545D. L. Reinhard, Azdel, Inc.

'The Plastic Fuel Tank—Recycling and Energy Balance 1550K. S. Seidl, BMW AG

'Development of a Thermoset Part with SMC Reclaim 1558A. K. Bledzki, K. Kurek, and Ch. Barth, University of Kassel

'Compatibility of Adhesives with Thermoplastic Regrind 1561G. T. Sivy, ITW Adhesive Systems

PLASTICS ANALYSIS DIVISION

'An Experimental Study of Polymer-Filler Redistribution in Injection Molded Parts 58N. Dontula, N. S. Ramesh, and G. A. Campbell, Clarkson UniversityA. L. Fricke, University of FloridaJ. D. Small, Jr., Eastman Kodak Company

'Effect of Molding Conditions on Part Heat Performance 64M. Sierodzinski, M. O'Connor, and D. Weissmann, Monsanto Chemical Company

'The Failure Behavior of Injection Molded HDPE Products with an Embrittled Surface LayerDue to UV Exposure 68J. C. M. De Bruijn, University of Technology Delft

'Crystallization and Its Effect on the Processing of Polypropylene 72T.-Y Chen and V. W. Wang, AC TechnologyM. J. Bozarth, Himont U.S.A., Inc.Characterization of Thermal Decomposition Products in Polyethylene Fabrication Plants 202W. E. Dalbey, L. M. Bynum, J. K. Mooney, C. H. Pulkowski, and L. D. Herry, Mobil CorporationA Versatile System for Chemical and Toxicological Evaluation of Plastic Processing Fumes 204J. V. Bonilla and H. E. Munro, G£ PlasticsM. E. Placke, BattelleSensory Irritation in Mice during Exposure to Thermal DecompositionProducts of Polyethylene 209W. E. Dalbey, L. M. Bynum, J. K. Mooney, and C. H. Pulkowski, Mobil CorporationOn-Line FTIR Spectroscopic Measurement of Erucamide and Silica in Molten LDPE 211R. A. Fidler, Automatik Machinery CorporationPolymer Lifetime Studies in Hostile Environment 215S. H. Hamid, M. B. Amin, A. G. Maadhah, and A. M. Al-Jarallah, King Fahd University of

Petroleum & MineralsThermal Analysis on Polymeric Materials in Special View of Their Application Propertiesand of Recycled Material 700H. Moehler, Fachhochschule WuerzburgW.-D Emmerich, Netzsch-Geraetebau GmbHThe Thermal Expansion Coefficient of Polypropylene and Related Composites 704Y. Okada and M. R. Kamal, McGill UniversityA Case Study in Thermal Analysis: Unvulcanized Tire Compound 707J. A. Foreman and S. R. Sauerbrunn, TA Instruments, Inc.Pressure-Volume-Temperature Behavior of Main-Chain Aromatic Poly(azomethine ether)Liquid Crystalline Polymers 711Y A. Fakhreddine and R Zoller, University of Colorado

ANTEC '92/FM-83

An Integrated Analysis of the Free Radical Cross-linking Co-Polymerizations 715C. R Hsu and L. J. Lee, The Ohio State UniversityFilm Thickness Dependent Optical Anisotropy in Polyimide Films 1122C. Feger, IBMR. Reuter and H. Franke, University of DuisburgThermal Conductivity of Solid, Thin Film, and Molten Plastics 1125R J. Foreman, Holometrix, Inc.Thermogravimetric Analysis and the G.C./M.S. Analysis of the ThermodegradativeVolatiles of the Optical Fiber Coatings 1130D. Fann, Y Lin, J. Hsiao and J. Shieh, Telecommunication LaboratoriesS. Huang and S. Lin, National Taiwan Institute of TechnologyA New Laboratory Equipment for Simulating Fogging (i.e., Formation ofLight Scattering Films) in Car's Passenger Cab 1139H. Moehler, Fachhochschule Wuerzburg-SchweinfurtD. Schoenherr, WOCOCrystallization Kinetics of Nylon 66 at High Pressures to 200 MPa 1144J. He and R Zdler, University of ColoradoMeasurement and Prediction of Nonisothermal Crystallization 1148T. W. Chan and A. I. Isayev, The University of AkronThe Effects of Mold Temperature on the Creep Performance of PET Polyesterand PPS below the Glass Transition Temperature 1152M. R Sepe, Dickten & Masch Mfg. Co.Network and Rheoiogicai Properties of Cyanate Ester Resin Systems 1162A. 0. Owusu and G. C. Martin, Syracuse UniversityG. R Kohut and J. T. Gotro, IBM CorporationGel Permeation Chromatography-UV Spectroscopy: A Powerful Tool for Polymer Analysis 1166D. B. Priddy, C. 0. Mork, S. L. Warner, and V. A. Dais, The Dow Chemical CompanyHeterogeneous Electron-Transfer Properties of a Soluble Electrically Conductive Polymer.AC Impedance Studies of /t-oxo-(tetra-tert-butylphthalocyaninato)silicon 1568J. G. Gaudiello, IBM CorporationD. C. Gale, Michigan State UniversityFTIR Analysis of Vinyl Ester Resin Mixture for the Quantitative Estimationof Its Composition 1571R. Dhulipala, M. C. Hawtey, and S. Travis, Michigan State UniversityElemental Analysis of Polyolefins by X-ray Fluorescence Spectroscopy 1575B. H. Hutchinson, Rexene Products Company, Inc.Evaluation of Surface Strain Measurement Methods for Thermoformed Plastic andStamped Metal Parts 1578M. I. Kapij, CamSys, Inc.D. Lee, Rensselaer Polytechnic InstituteMechanistic Modeling of Gel Time in the Reactive Processing of UnsaturatedPolyester Resins 1582S. V. Muzumdar and L. J. Lee, The Ohio State UniversityEffects of Thermal Aging on the Property Change of PBT in Water and Air 1588H.-F. Lin, Y.-C. Lin, D.-M. Fann, J.-M. Hsiao, and S.-C. Lu, Telecommunication Laboratories

'Computer Simulation of Viscoelasticity in Polymer Systems 1594J. H. Weiner and J. Gao, Brown University

'Molecular Modeling of the Mechanical Properties of Polymers 1595Y. Termonia, £ /. du Pont de Nemours & Co., Inc.

'Computer Simulation of Phase Diagrams of Binary and Quasi-Binary PolymerSolutions and Blends 1598S. J. Mumby, R B. Sher, F. H. Case, and B. E. Eichinger, BIOSYM Technologies, Inc.

'Polymer RISM Theory Applied to Blends 1602J. D. Honeycutt, BIOSYM Technologies, Inc.

'Stress-Strain Analysis of Single-Lap Composite Joints under Four-Point Bending 1605C. Yang and S.-S. Pang, Louisiana State University

'Dyadic Green's Function for Loaded Circular Microwave Cavity 1610Y. Chang, J. Wei, and M. C. Hawley, Michigan State UniversityPrecision Machining of Polymers 1962J. W. Carr and C. Feger, IBM

THL-Z4/ANTEC '92

Viscoelastic Behavior and Polymer Machining 1965C. Feger and J. W. Carr, IBMSurface Molecular Orientation of Single-Point Diamond Machined Polyimide 1967S. E. Molis, J. W. Carr, and G. F. Walker, IBM

'Computer Simulations of Polysilanes Used for Advanced Technologies 1972W. J. Welsh, University of Missouri-St. Louis

'Molecular Dynamics of Rigid-Rod Polymers 1976B. L. Farmer, University of VirginiaD. S. Dudis and W. W. Adams, Wright Laboratory

'Molecular Modelling of Surface Stresses Generated by Polyethylene Folds 1979H. R Fisher and R. K. Eby, The University of AkronR. C. Cammarata, The Johns Hopkins University

'Molecular Dynamics Simulation of Electric Field Induced Motion in Crystalline Polyethylene 1982D. W. Noid, B. G. Sumpter, G. L. Liang, and B. Wunderlich, Oak Ridge National Laboratory

and the University of Tennessee'Molecular Dynamics of Common Polymers in Unusual Environments 1985

R. W. Dodge, K.-J. Lee, Y Zhan, and W. L. Mattice, The University of Akron*A QSPR for the Tg of Polymers: The Koehler-Hopfinger Approach Using theTripos 5.2 Force Field 2262R. J. Vaz, Tripos Associates, Inc.

'Theoretical Structural Characterization of Polydiethynylsilane—A NewNonlinear Optical Material 2265S. Grigoras, Dow Corning Corp.G. C. Lie, IBMT J. Barton, S. Ijadi-Maghsoodi, Y. Pang, and J. Shinar, Iowa State UniversityZ. V. Vardeny, K. S. Wong, and S. G. Han, University of Utah

'Estimated Properties of Polyolefins Using Constant Pressure MolecularDynamics Simulations 2271C. Qian, M. K. Dygert, C. M. Venkatachalam, and R J. Ludovice, Polygen-Molecular Simulation Inc.

'Brownian Dynamics Simulations 2274J. D. Madura, University of South Alabama

'Computer Simulated Shear Flow Experiments of Water Soluble lonomers 2277A. C. Watterson, D. N. Chin, and J. C. Salamone, University of Massachusetts at Lowell

'Solution Properties of Polymers: 1.A Measure of the Ionic Strength Dependenceof Polyamphotyte Solutions 2280G. R Puglia, Polygen-Molecular Simulations

'Computational Statistics of Poly(dialkyl siloxanes) from Molecular Dynamic Simulations 2282N. A. Neuburger, I. Bahar, and W. L. Mattice, The University of Akron

MOLD MAKING/MOLD DESIGN DIVISION

'Runnerless Temperature Control Technology: Modular versus Multiplexed 970T P Linehan, D-M-E Company

'Safety Considerations for Low Cost Quick Mold Hydraulic Clamp Systems Applyingto the Injection Molding Industry 974F. W. Schroeder and G. Grosser, D-M-E Company

'Mold Shrinkage: Not a Single Data Point 977M. F Bain, Jr., Michigan Technological UniversityS. L. Janicki, A. S. Ulmer, and L. S. Thomas, The Dow Chemical Company

'Effects of Gate and Runner Wear on the Performance of Multi-Cavity Injection Molds:Part I: Moldings of Equal Size 981K. T. O'Brien and R. R. Adavelly, New Jersey Institute of Technology

'Effects of Gate and Runner Wear on the Performance of Multi-Cavity Injection Molds:Part 2: Moldings of Different Size 984K. T. O'Brien and K. Vellanki, New Jersey Institute of TechnologyInjection Molding Cooling Optimization 1614Q. Zou, Bowles Fluidics CorporationMold Design: Selecting the Right Metal Alloy for the Application 1621C. M. Houska, Technical Marketing Resources, Inc.Successful Welding of Mold Steels 1624K. Bengtsson, Uddeholm Corporation

ANTEC '92/TM-Z8

Optimum Design of Cooling Systems for the Molding of Glass MatThermoplastic (GMT) Sheet 1628K. T O'Brien, New Jersey Institute of TechnologyComputer-Aided Design of Injection Molds with Automatic Degating Used toManufacture Plastic Balls 1631J. D. Kaplan, AMP Inc.A. A. Tseng, Drexel UniversitySteel Selection for the Cost Effective Mold 1990F. T Gerson, F. T. Gerson LimitedModular Mold Design for "Thin Wall Containers" 1994J. von Holdt, Sr, Plas-Tool CompanyGuidelines for Designing and Selecting High Quality Multi-CavityHot Runner Systems 1996B. Catoen, Husky Injection Molding Systems LimitedTwo Dimensional Thermal Analysis of Injection Moulds 2001G. Kansal, S. K. Atreya, and R N. Rao, Indian Institute of TechnologyThe Safety of Beryllium Copper Molds 2004E. D. Foley, Jr., FOHQ Inc.Computer Aided Mold Design in a Simultaneous Engineering TechnologyCAD/CAM/CAE Environment 2334H. Paulo, Simultaneous Engineering TechnologyEffects of Finite Element Meshing on Mold Filling Analysis 2338G. Engelstein, GR Technical ServicesA Knowledge-Based Computer Optimization for Three Plate and Hot Runner Mold Designs 2342J. A. Meckley and S. R McCarthy, University of Massachusetts at LowellD. Cinquegrana, ICADHeat Exchange in Moulds for Steam Moulding of Expandable Polystyrene 2344I. Jagodic, I. Catic, and M. Sercer, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Naval Architecture

MEDICAL PLASTICS DIVISION

Effect of Molecular Orientation on the Radiation Stability of Polypropylene 220G. Hebert, Himont U.S.A., Inc.Gamma Irradiated Poly(ethylene terephthalate) I. Radiation-InducedChemical Structure Changes 224H. Jin, J. Phelps, and A. Crugnola, University of Massachusetts at LowellGamma Irradiated Poly(ethylene terephthalate) II. Radiation-InducedPhysical Structure Changes 228H. Jin, J. Phelps, and A. Crugnola, University of Massachusetts at LowellExtremely Clear, Radiation Tolerant Polypropylene Sheet for Medical Device Packaging 230R. C. Portnoy, C. T Gulla, and R. A. Kozimor, Exxon Chemical CompanyStatistical Process Control—A Valuable Tool for Quality Improvement of MoldedPlastic Parts for Biomedical Devices 722A. Sahni and J. Kendall, Medtronic, Inc.RF Welding of PVC and Other Thermoplastic Compounds 724J. Leighton, T. Brantley, and E. Szabo, Alpha Chemical and Plastics CorporationPolymers as Biodegradable Surgical Devices: Miscibility Studies of Blends ofPoly(glycolic-acid) with Other Biodegradable Polymers 729G. Rocha and S. P McCarthy, University of Massachusetts at LowellTotally Absorbable, Non-Toxic Poly(ester-urethane) Composites for Biomaterials 734R. F. Storey and J. S. Wiggins, The University of Southern Mississippi

MARKETING DIVISION

Knowledge Networking: An Emerging Source of Professional Power 1636A. Michuda, Teltech Resource NetworkGetting Promoted in the 1990s 1638D. Gros, Gros Executive SearchCultures in Collision: Foreign Owners of U.S. Plastics Companies 1640R. F. Jones, Franklin Polymers, Inc.

TM.-ZB/ANTEC '92

Market Survey of Plastics Materials for Food Packaging in Taiwan, R.O.C 1643W. Z. Lin, C. C. Chang, and Y. M. Kao Union Chemical LaboratoriesYour Own Small Acquisition in Plastics 1646L. Hogan, Hogan AssociatesEffective Marketing Techniques for Small Industrial Companies 1649C. M. Houska, Technical Marketing Resources, Inc.The Case for Specialties in Large Polymer and Plastics Companies 1653E. L. Weinberg, Tie/Cross Gates ConsultantsToll Compounding—Why It Makes Sense in Today's Business Environment 1655R W. Cookson, Alloy PolymersThe Creditors' Role in Chapter 11 1659B. Rom, Services Marketing SpecialistsPlastics in Automotive—The Next 50 Years 2008J. Reed, G£ PlasticsMarketing of Polypropylene to the Automotive Industry 2009R. J. Reso, Himont U.S.A., Inc.The U.S. Auto Industry 2000: Plastic Application Issues from an Industry Perspective 2011D. J. Andrea and R. L. Doyle, The University of MichiganStrategic Automotive Marketing Gets Results: Commercialization of Lustran® Elite HH 2015J. Zessin, Monsanto Chemical Co.50 Years of PVC Market Development—A Guide to PVC Shaping the Future 2017D. Goodman, OxyChem

'Recycled Plastics Product Acceptance in the Construction Industry 2350D. L. Waller and C. J. Kibert, University of Florida

'Major Technology and Market Factors Which Drive Successful PlasticsRecycling Programs 2354C. J. Lancelot and R. W. Bennett, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Inc.

'Polyethylene Recycling in North America—The Impact on Application Growthand Future Demand 2357R. H. Nurse, Polymer Technology Services

'Marketing Recycled Resins 2360F. C. Sutro, Jr., Sivfro Management Advisors

'Plastics and Solid Waste: A Marketing Challenge 2363A. C. Mack, Fabri-Kal Corporation

'Examples of Recycled Vinyl Products: Municipal Solid Waste Bottles to Bottles,Municipal Solid Waste Bottles to Pipe, Municipal Solid Waste Bottles to PipeFittings, Scrap Siding to Pipe, Recovered Wire and Cable to Pipe 2365J. W. Summers, B. K. Mikofalvy, H. K. Boo, J. M. Krogstie, W. A. Sell, and J. C. Rodriguez, BFGoodrich

'Demand Driven Recycling of Engineered Thermoplastics 2369R. Kaskel, GE Plastics

POLYMER MODIFIERS & ADDITIVES DIVISION

'The Advantages of One Pack Additive Packages in PVC Processing 1054P S. Holsopple, Atochem North America

'Processing Morphology of the PVC/MBS Blend 1058M. Kadokura, T Momii, H. Hirata, Y Okuda, and H. Kobayashi, Kaneka Corporation

'Effect of Selected Additives on Extrudate Swell and Rheoiogicai Properties of Rigid PVC 1063M. A. Huneault, R J. Carreau, and R G. LaFleur, Ecole Polytechnique de MontrealV. R Gupta, Synergistics Industries Ltd.

'Selecting the Proper Process Aid for the Application 1068K. Kitai, Metco North America, Inc.P. Holsopple, Atochem North America Inc.K. Okano, Mitsubishi Rayon Co., Ltd.

'Performance of Hybrid Mica and Surface Modified Wood Fiber Reinforced PVC Composites 1073D. Maldas and B. V. Kokta, Universite du Quebec a Trois-RivieresComparison of the Properties of EP/PP and EP/IPP Blends 1664C. Y. Chu, Miles Inc.Mineral Reinforcement of Linear-Low Density Polyethylene Film, Bags, and Liners 1670F. A. Ruiz and A. O Bankole, Heritage Plastics, Inc.

ANTEC '92/THL-Z7

High Intensity Compounding of Calcium Carbonate Filled Thermoplastics:Dispersion-Mechanical Properties Correlation 1673R. Herzig and W. E. Baker, Queen's UniversityThe Toughness of the CTB(N)-Rubber Toughened Epoxy: The Effectof Suppression of Cavitation 1677D. Li and A. F. Yee, The University of MichiganK. Takahashi, Kyushu UniversityDevelopment of Particle Orientation in Mica, Talc, and Aramid FiberFilled Polymer Systems during Processing 1681S. Lim and J. L. White, The University of AkronA New Generation of Ultrafine Talc for Use in High Impact Polyolefins 1685W. R Steen and W. R. Sevy, Cyprus Industrial MineralsA New Class of Metal Hydroxide Flame Retardants I: FR/SS Performance inEngineering Thermoplastics 2020W. E. Horn, Jr, D. R. Smith, and J. M. Stinson, Aluminum Company of America^New Processing Additives for Polyolefins Minimize Formulation Interactions 2024D. E. Priester and C. W. Stewart, £ /. du Pont de Nemours & Co., Inc.A New Organophosphorous Type Nucleating/Clarifying Agent for Polypropylene 2029T. Haruna and E. Tobita, Asahhi Denka Kogyo K.K.Alteration of the Surface Energy of Wood Using Thermoplastic Graft Copolymers 2035D. W. Gunnells and D. J. Gardner, West Virginia State UniversityM.-J. Chen and J. J. Meister, University of Detroit MercyThe Performance of Light Stabilizers in Nylon-6 Fiber 2038J. H. Botkin and A. Leggio, Ciba-Geigy Corporation

'Toughening Engineering Thermoplastics with Functionalized Ethylene-PropyleneRubbers: Impact Modification of Styrene-Maleic Anhydride Copolymer 2378S. Datta, N. Dharmarajan, G. ver Strate, R. K. West, and F. W. Pasterczyk, Exxon Chemical Co.

'Properties of Polycarbonate Blends Containing a Brominated Phosphate Flame Retardant 2382J. Green, FMC Corporation

'Modification of Polyamide-6 with Brominated Isobutylene Para-methylstyrene Elastomer 2385T C. Yu, H. C. Wang, and K. W. Powers, Exxon Chemical Co.A. F. Yee, University of Michigan

'Impact Modified Polycarbonate Based Blends 2391N. Mekhilef, A. Ait Kadi, and A. Ajji, Universite Laval

'Dual Phase, Co-Continuous Morphology from Mixtures of RecycledPolystyrene/Curbside Tailings Materials 2396R. W. Renfree, T J. Nosker, and D. R. Morrow, Rutgers UniversityK. E. Van Ness and E. D. Wyatt, Washington and Lee University ;

L. W. Suttner, Rheometrics, Inc.*A New Improved Chlorine/Bromine-Free Flame Retardant PC/ABS Blend 2401R. J. White and N. R. Lazear, Miles Inc.

'Relationship between Filler Geometry and Anisotropy in Injection MoldedEngineering Thermoplastic Composites 2628J. Sole, K. Nichols, and L. Schiller, The Dow Chemical Company

'Synergistic Toughening in Hybrid Composites 2631A. K. Smith, Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.R. A. Pearson, Lehigh UniversityA. F. Yee, University of Michigan

'New Compatibilizing Agents for PE/PS Blends 2635T. Li, M. Roha, A. Hiltner, and E. Baec Case Western Reserve University

'Structure-Properties Relationships in Polyamide 6,6/Polypropylene Blends 2639J. Duvall, C. Sellitti, A. Hiltner, and E. Baer, Case Western Reserve UniversityC. Myers, Amoco Chemical Company

'Fatigue and Fracture Toughness Evaluation of Mineral Filled Polycarbonate/Polyethylene Terephthalate Blends 2644D. H. Bank, The Dow Chemical CompanyS. Seibel and A. Moet, Case Western Reserve University

ADVANCED POLYMER COMPOSITES DIVISIONThe Microbond Technique for Measurement of Fiber-Matrix Interfacial Shear Strength—A Theoretical Analysis 234

TJK-Z8/ANTEC '92

R J. Herrera-Franco and L. T. Drzal, Michigan State UniversityM. Chiang, National Institute of Standards and TechnologyCharacterization of the Sizing Interphase and Its Influence on the Behavior of Glass-FiberReinforced Epoxy Composites 239E. K. Drown and L. T Drzal, Michigan State UniversityEpoxy Cure Monitoring at the Fiber/Matrix Interfaces UsingFiber-Optic Evanescent Fluorimetry 243A. Fuchs, H. J. Paik, and N.-H. Sung, Tufts UniversityScanning Tunneling Microscopy of Two Polyimides and Nylon 6/6 Attached to Graphite 246S. J. Kim and D. H. Reneker, The University of AkronPolymer Composites for Automotive Applications 740I. E. Poston, General Motors Corporation3-D Photolithography: Mechanical Properties of Glass and Quartz Fiber Composites 745T. Renault and A. A. Ogale, Clemson UniversityFibre Orientation in Thermostamped Chopped Fibre Reinforced Polypropylene 748S. Toll and J.-A. Manson, Ecole Polytechnique Federate de LausanneR Skondras, Royal Institute of TechnologyW. Lee, General Electric PlasticsParameters Affecting Wetting and Spreading in a Liquid Composite Molding Environment 752B. K. Larson and L. T. Drzal, Michigan State UniversityAnalysis of Permeability and Void Formation in Resin Transfer Molding 756T. J. Wang, M. J. Perry, and L. J. Lee, The Ohio State UniversityA New Preforming Technology for RTM and SRIM 761D. Weyrauch and W. Michaeli, Institut fur KunststoffverarbeitungModeling of the Dynamic Mechanical Properties during Crystallization of PPSand PEEK Matrix Composites 766A. Maffezzoli, J. M. Kenny, and L. Nicolais, University of NaplesA Study of the Processing Structure Property Relationship inPoly(aryl ether ketone ketone) 769R. G. Kander and R. K. Verma, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityB. S. Hsiao, DuPont FibersAdhesion of Carbon Fibers to a Polyphenylene Sulfide Resin : 775G. Fisher and L. T. Drzal, Michigan State UniversityNucleating Agents and PEEK/Carbon Fiber Composites 779R J. Phillips and A. J. Greso, The University of TennesseeStrength of Glass Mat Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites—A Statistical Approach 783W. C. Bushko and V. K. Stokes, G£ Corporate Research & DevelopmentEffects of Addition of Acrylic Acid Modified Polypropylene on the Physical andMechanical Properties of Polypropylene/Long Fiber Composites 788J. Denault and T. Vu-Khanh, Industrial Materials InstituteD. Tailor and A. Low, BaycompPreliminary Experiments for Continuous Processing of Graphite Fiber/Epoxy Tapein a Microwave Applicator 1170J. Wei, B. Thomas, and M. C. Hawley, Michigan State UniversityAnalysis of Processing Variables for the Nylon-6 Reaction Injection Pultrusion Process 1173B. G. Cho and S. R McCarthy, University of LowellJ. R Fanucci, American Composite TechnologyInvestigation of the Effect of Particle Size on Powder Prepregging

• of Composite Materials 1177S. Padaki and L. T. Drzal, Michigan State UniversityCoating Carbon Fibers with Thermoplastic Polymers Using Aqueous Foam 1181R. R. Chary and D. E. Hirt, Clemson University

fDesigning a Laboratory Bench-Top Pultruder 1270G. Metzger, San Diego State University

^Theoretical and Actual Characteristics of Post-Consumer Comingled Plastics/Post-Consumer Paper Composites 1273M. S. Mikowski, Western Michigan University

fThe Effect of Flow Patterns and Gate Parameters on Fiber Orientation 1277V. R Serwinski, The Pennsylvania State University

ANTEC '92 /PM-89

'Dynamic Mechanical Properties of Reinforced Plastics/Composites 1279D. Cameron, The University of Massachusetts at Lowell

'Continuous Extrusion of a Plastic-Paper Composite 1286S. A. Spadaccino, The Pennsylvania State University

'Plastics Recycling and the Automotive Industry 1542S. L. D. Day, GE Plastics

'Recycling Glass Fiber Reinforced Polypropylene Composites 1545D. L. Reinhard, Azdel, Inc.

'The Plastic Fuel Tank—Recycling and Energy Balance 1550K. S. Seidl, BMW AG

'Development of a Thermoset Part with SMC Reclaim 1558A. K. Bledzki, K. Kurek, and Ch. Barth, University of Kassel

'Compatibility of Adhesives with Thermoplastic Regrind 1561G. T. Sivy, ITW Adhesive SystemsPredicting Shrinkage and Warpage of Fiber Reinforced Composite Parts 1690S.-C. Tseng and T. A. Osswald, University of Wisconsin-MadisonApplications of a Fiber Orientation Prediction Algorithm for CompressionMolded Parts with Multiple Charges 1695L. G. Reifschneider, TechnalysisH. U. Akay, Indiana University-Purdue University at IndianapolisA Finite Element Model and Simulation of the Deformation of Multi-AxialMulti-Layer Warp Knits 1700N. Kuhl and T. A. Osswald, University of Wisconsin-MadisonB. Wulfhorst and K. Horsting, Institut fur TextiltechnikEstimation of the Permeability of Aligned Fibers in Composite Processing 1705A. L. Berdichevsky and Z. Cai, Lord CorporationTransverse Permeability of Fiber Rovings to Fluids 1709R J. Bates, H. Ripert, and J.-M. Charrier, McGill University

'Relative Effects of Melt Viscosity and Melt Elasticity on the Dispersion ofInorganic Fillers in Polypropylene 1914A. Dharia and M. Wolkowicz, Himont USA., Inc.

'Deflection and Stress Analysis of Stiffened Orthotropic Skew Panels underUniform Transverse Loading •> 1917A. K. Tripathy and S.-S. Pang, Louisiana State University

'Standard Semi-Rigid PU Foam Specimens—Size Effect on Compression Response 1925J. D. Rehkopf, G. M. McNeice, and A. Rudin, University of Waterloo

'Design for Failure 1928H. Hojnacki, BASF CorporationMonitoring and Control of Microwave Processing Utilizing Functional Modeling:Preliminary Results from the Automation of the Empty Cavity Mode Tuning 2042V. Adegbite, M. Hawley, A. Kamel, M. Pegah, and J. Sticklen, Michigan State UniversityControl of the Autoclave Processing of High Performance Composites 2045A. Trivisano and J. M. Kenny, University of NaplesSensor-Model In-Situ Monitoring and Intelligent Control of the Resin TransferMolding Composite Cure Process 2049D. Kranbuehl, R Kingsley, and H. Rhodenizer, College of William and MaryA. Loos, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityG. Hasko and B Dexter, NASA Langley Research CenterFiber-Optic Raman Spectroscopy for Cure Monitoring of Advanced Polymer Composites 2052M. L. Myrick, University of South CarolinaS. M. Angel, R. E. Lyon, and T. M. Vess, Lawrence Livermore National LaboratoryThermo-Oxidative Stability of G40-700/PMR-15 and G40-800/PMR-15Composites for 316°C (600°F) Engine Use 2404D. A. Scola, United Technologies Research CenterAn Evaluation of PEEK as a Rotary Valve Bearing Material 2407T. Grabau, Fisher Controls International, Inc.New Lightweight Material: Synergistic Balsa Wood-Polymer Composites Based onEthyl (a-Hydroxymethyl)acrylates 2411J. R. Wright and L. J. Mathias, University of Southern Mississippi

FM-30 /ANTEC '92

Formation of Thermoplastic Composites of Wood and Styrene 2415J. J. Meister and M.-J. Chen, University of Detroit MercyMechanical Properties and Morphology of Phenolic Matrix Carbon/CarbonPrecursor and Composites (II) 2419C.-C. M. Ma, C.-B. Chen, and W.-C. Chang, National Tsing Hua UniversityProcessing of Thermotropic Liquid Crystalline Polymers and Their Blends—Analysisof Melt-Spinning of TLCP Fibers 2650W.-C. Lee, A. T. DiBenedetto, and J. M. Gromek, The University of ConnecticutM. R. Nobile and D. Acierno, Universita di SalernoSelf-Reinforced Thermoplastic—LCP Prepregs and Laminates 2654A. I. Isayev, Y Holdengreber, R. Vismanathan, and S. Akhtar, The University of AkronFibers from Thermotropic Liquid Crystalline Polymer 2659A. K. Mithal and A. Tayebi, University of LowellMechanical Properties of Injection Molded Nylon/Kevlar Composites 2663Z. Yu, J. Brisson, and A. Ait-Kadi, Universite Laval

PLASTICS RECYCLING DIVISION

Recycling of Plastics from Packaging in Germany 252M. Bittner and W. Michaeli, Institut fur KunststoffverarbeitungPolyethylene Film Products Using Post Consumer Reclaim—A USA Case Study 255W. R. Hotter, Alpine AGD. J. Nunes, Alpine AmericaModeling of Incidental Contamination and Cleaning of Recycled PET 260J. Goldstein and L. Erwin, Northwestern UniversityTraffic Cones from Recycled Vinyl 265B. K. Mikofalvy, H.-K. Boo, J. W. Summers, D. H. Mittendorf, and W. A. Sell, BFGoodrichThe Kinetics of High-Temperature Hydrolytic Depoiymerization of Poly(ethylene terephthalate) 270J. R. Campanelli, M. R. Kamal, and D. G. Cooper; McGill UniversityPoiyoiefin Blend Recycle Studies 794R. E. Christensen, R. G. Austin, and D. M. Clayton, Exxon Chemical Company ,Compatibiiization of Ground Rubber Tires in Recycled Polyethylene/Polypropylene Waste Plastics 799P Rajalingam and W. E. Baker, Queen's UniversityPolymer Mortar Composites Containing Recycled PET 805K. S. Rebeiz, Lafayette CollegeD. W. Fowler and D. R. Paul, The University of TexasA Study of Recycled Paper and Plastic Composites 809L. Dzeskiewicz, C. Klahr, and R. E. Farrell, Penn State at ErieA Practical Method for Correlating Melt Rheology of PET to IV 812J. F. Reilly and A. R Limbach, Kayeness Inc.The Accelerated Biodegradability of Plastic Materials in Simulated Compostand Landfill Environments 816S. R McCarthy, M. Gada, G. P Smith, V. Tolland, B. Press, D. Eberiel, C. Bruell, and R. A. Gross,

University of Massachusetts at LowellOptimizing the Recycling of Polyolefins 1184A. T. R Zahavich, E. Takacs, B. Latto, and J. Vlachopoulos, McMaster UniversityExtrusion-Compression of Commingled Thermoplastics: Screening ofthe Processing Conditions 1189R V. Engelmann and J. A. Mclnerney, Wesfem Michigan UniversityM. D. Monfore, Robert Morgan & Co.Filtered Extrusion of Recycled Plastic Melt through Constant Pressure Filtration System 1192H. N. Patel and F. S. Lai, University of Massachusetts at LowellSeparation of Polyvinyl Chloride and Polyethylene Terephthalate Mixturesby Selective Tacking 1196A. Tayebi and A. K. Mithal, University of LowellThe Material Cascade: An Alternative Form of Regrind Utilization 1201S. L. Janicki, The Dow Chemical CompanyR. J. Groleau, RJG AssociatesM. F. Bain, Jr., Michigan Technological University

ANTEC '92/PM-31

'Plastics Recycling and the Automotive Industry 1542S. L. D. Day, GE Plastics

'Recycling Glass Fiber Reinforced Polypropylene Composites 1545D. L. Reinhard, Azdel, Inc.

'The Plastic Fuel Tank—Recycling and Energy Balance 1550K. S. Seidl, BMW AG

'Development of a Thermoset Part with SMC Reclaim 1558A. K. Bledzki, K. Kurek, and Ch. Barth, University of Kassel

'Compatibility of Adhesives with Thermoplastic Regrind 1561G. T. Sivy, ITW Adhesive Systems

'Production of Unsaturated Polyester Resin from Polyethylene Terephthalate Scraps 2142W. 0. Birt, Pittsburg State University

*A Survey of the Standardization of Recycled Plastic Quality in the Northwest Region 2143J. Divinagracia and J. Arthur, Western Washington University

*A Study of Binding Agents for Recycled Wood Cellulose and Poiyoiefin Composites 2146M. A. Pavlock, The Pennsylvania State University

'Effects of Processing on the Physical Performance of CommingledResin/Paper Composites 2150C. L. Brown and E. G. Soto, Western Michigan University

'Recycled Plastic and Its Resistance to the Environment 2155G. T. Schueneman and C. L. Beatty, University of Florida

'Recycled Plastics Product Acceptance in the Construction Industry 2350D. L. Waller and C. J. Kibert, University of Florida

'Major Technology and Market Factors Which Drive Successful PlasticsRecycling Programs 2354C. J. Lancelot and R. W. Bennett, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Inc.

'Polyethylene Recycling in North America—The Impact on Application Growthand Future Demand 2357R. H. Nurse, Polymer Technology Services

'Marketing Recycled Resins i 2360F. C. Sutro, Jr., Stvfra Management Advisors

'Plastics and Solid Waste: A Marketing Challenge 2363A. C. Mack, Fabri-Kal Corporation

'Examples of Recycled Vinyl Products: Municipal Solid Waste Bottles to Bottles,Municipal Solid Waste Bottles to Pipe, Municipal Solid Waste Bottles to PipeFittings, Scrap Siding to Pipe, Recovered Wire and Cable to Pipe 2365J. W. Summers, B. K. Mikofalvy, H. K. Boo, J. M. Krogstie, W. A. Sell, and J. C. Rodriguez, BFGoodrich

'Demand Driven Recycling of Engineered Thermoplastics 2369R. Kaskel, G£ Plastics

FAILURE ANALYSIS & PREVENTION SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP

Fatigue Testing of PVC Pipe Fittings 276D. B. Edwards, L. J Broutman and Associates, Ltd.B. Lehman and R. M. Cohen, IBM CorporationFailure Prevention for Injection Molded Medical Devices 280L. Woo, M. T. K. Ling, and S. P Westphal, Baxter Healthcare Corp.The Testing of Joint Restraint Systems and Localized Load Bearing Attachmentson PVC Pipe 285H. Kennedy, Jr. and D. D. Shumard, EBAA Iron Inc.Damage Zone Evolution in PVC/MBS Blends 288S. Bensason, A. Tse, A. Hiltner, and E. Baer, Case Western Reserve UniversityFemale Luers—The Frequent Failers 291J. A. Stubstad, XOMA CorporationKinetics and Characterization of the Process Zone Evolution in Polycarbonate 820A. Kim and A. Chudnovsky, University of Illinois at ChicagoL V. Garrett, Wright Laboratory Aircrew Enclosure Group (WL/FIVR)C. R Bosnyak, The Dow Chemical CompanyA Fatigue Crack Initiation Map for Polycarbonate 825T-J. Chen and A. Chudnovsky, University of Illinois at ChicagoC. R Bosnyak, The Dow Chemical Company

YM-ZZ/ANTEC '92

Cracking Phenomena in Low Molecular Weight Injection Molded Articles 829H. T. Pham, The Dow Chemical CompanyDeformation and Damage Mechanisms of Rubber-Toughened Polycarbonate 832C. Cheng, A. Hiltner, and E. Baer, Case Western Reserve UniversityCompressive Failure of Unidirectional Glass Fiber Reinforced Hytrel Compositesin Flexural Deformation 836F. Chen, S. Bazhenov, A. Hiltner, and E. Baer, Case Western Reserve UniversityQuantifying Fracture Toughness of Medium Density Polyethylene 840J. J. Strebel and A. Moet, Case Western Reserve UniversityFracture of E-Glass/Vinyl Ester Composites under Mode I or Mode II Loading 1206F.-D. J. Chu and R. E. Robertson, The University of MichiganFracture Mechanics Characterization of Rubber Compounds forFatigue Crack Growth Resistance 1211D. G. Young and M. J. Doyle, £xxon Chemical CompanyFracture Behavior of Rubber-Toughened Polymer Blends 1215E. J. Moskala, Eastman Chemical CompanyModeling of the Process Zone in Ductile Polymers 1219K. Kadota and A. Chudnovsky, University of Illinois at ChicagoA. Stojimirovic, Argonne National LaboratoryFractography and Energy Analysis of Crack Initiation and Arrest in Epoxy 1223C. R Bosnyak, The Dow Chemical CompanyA. Kim and A. Chudnovsky, University of Illinois at ChicagoMicrocomputer Tomography for Fibre Reinforced Plastics 1714W. Michaeli and G. Mullerferli, Institut fur KunststoffverarbeitungJ. Goebbels, Bundesanstalt fur Materialforschung und -prufungW. Nuding, Isotopen-Technik Dr. Sauerwein GmbHApplication of Direct Dynamic Headspace GC/MS to Plastics Compositionaland Failure Analysis i 1717M. Ezrin and G. Lavigne, University of ConnecticutEffect of Microdefects on Fracture Toughness 1720S. Wu and A. Chudnovsky, University of Illinois at ChicagoAn Assessment of Crazing Criteria for Polyetherimide in Three-Dimensional Stress Space 1724J. T Woods and H. G. de Lorenzi, GE Corporate Research & DevelopmentDevelopment of a Pinhole Inspection System on Plastic Films 1728J. W. Foster, S. W. Gyeszly, and E. Balarezo, Texas A&M UniversityA New Method to Test Flex Resistance of Plastic Films 1732J. V. Varughese and S. W. Gyeszly, Texas A&M University

'Relationship between Filler Geometry and Anisotropy in Injection MoldedEngineering Thermoplastic Composites 2628J. Sole, K. Nichols, and L. Schiller The Dow Chemical Company

'Synergistic Toughening in Hybrid Composites 2631A. K. Smith, Air Products and Chemicals, IncR. A. Pearson, Lehigh UniversityA. F. Yee, University of Michigan

'New Compatibilizing Agents for PE/PS Blends 2635T. Li, M. Roha, A. Hiltner, and E. Baer, Case Western Reserve University

'Structure-Properties Relationships in Polyamide 6,6/Polypropylene Blends 2639J. Duvall, C. Sellitti, A. Hiltner, and E. Baer, Case Western Reserve UniversityC. Myers, Amoco Chemical Company

'Fatigue and Fracture Toughness Evaluation of Mineral Filled Polycarbonate/Polyethylene Terephthalate Blends 2644D. H. Bank, The Dow Chemical CompanyS. Seibel and A. Moet, Case Western Reserve University

DESIGN SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP

Designing Premature Failure out of Injection Molded Parts 2058K. S. Mehta, Miles Inc.Creep in Plastic Housings 2064L. E. Hornberger, Apple Computer, Inc.

ANTEC '92/PM-33

Decision Criteria for the Introduction of Material Databases in the Plastics Industry 2067E. Baur, Polydata GmbHThe World-Wide Material Database Using Uniform Standards for Plastics Design 2071R. Jantz, Bayer AGM. M. Matsco, Miles Inc.Design Methodology for Time Dependent Deformation of Metal-Plastic Structure 2074S. I. Krishnamachari, Computational ServicesL. J. Broutman, L J. Broutman and Associates, Ltd.Design and Development of Injection Molded FRP Crank Chain Wheel Assemblyfor a Bicycle 2424A. Gupta, A. Misra, R. K. Mittal, and R N. Rao, Indian Institute of TechnologyCritical Dimension Analysis: An Injection Molding Timesaver 2427R. F. Smith, Product Design AssociatesThe Selective Laser Sintering Process: A Path to Rapid Plastic Part Development 2431L. L. Kimble, DTM CorporationSink Marks in Crossed Ribs 2434K. Ishii and K. Beiter, The Ohio State UniversityL. Hornberger, Apple Computer, Inc.

APPLIED RHEOLOGY SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP

Development of Instrumented Pistons for Capillary Rheometry 1736R. Malloy and R. Sunderrajan, University of Massachusetts at LowellC. Grudzien, Dynisco CorporationStart-up Pressure Transients in a Capillary Rheometer 1743S. G. Hatzikiriakos, University of British ColumbiaJ. M. Dealy, McGill UniversityWall Slip Behavior of Linear Low Density Polyethylene in Capillary Flow:Effect of Materials of Construction and Surface Roughness 1747Y. Chen and D. M. Kalyon, Stevens Institute of TechnologyE. Bayramli, Middle East Technical UniversityA Sliding Plate Melt Rheometer to Measure the Normal Thrust inLarge Amplitude Oscillatory Shear 1752J. G. Oakley and A. J. Giacomin, 7exas A&M UniversityStrain-Controlled and Stress-Controlled Nonlinear Viscoelastic PropertyMeasurements on a Single Rheometer 1755K. 0. Stanfill and A. J. Giacomin, 7exas A&M UniversityIsothermal Squeeze Flow Tests for Glass Mat Reinforced PPS Composites 1759R J. Shih, R. N. Sivaraman, and Y. C. Shiau, Oklahoma State UniversityEffect of Strain Amplitude on Polydispersity Index (PI) in RheoiogicaiTesting of Polypropylene 2078S. W. Shang, Himont U.S.A., Inc.Unique Rheology and Processing Aspects of ULDPE 2084S. Y. Lai and G. W. Knight, Dow Chemical USA.Fluorescence Anisotropy Measurements on Polymer Materials as a Function ofApplied Shear and Extensional Stress 2088A. J. Bur, R. E. Lowry, C. L. Thomas, S. C. Roth, and F. W. Wang, National Institute of Standards

and TechnologyInhomogeneities in Moldings of Fiber-Filled Suspensions 2091T A. Plumley, The Dow Chemical CompanyA. B. Metzner, University of DelawareHydrophobically Associating Water Soluble Copolymers for the Study of Drag Reduction 2095R S. Mumick and C. L. McCormick, University of Southern MississippiModeling Linear Viscoelastic Behavior with a Truncated Relaxation Time Spectrum 2438J. K. Jackson, C. Garcia-Franco, and H. H. Winter, University of Massachusetts at AmherstQuantitative Evaluation of Extrudate Swell from Viscoelastic Properties of Polystyrene 2443M. Seriai and A. Gouasmi, Algerian Institute of PetroleumJ. Guillet, Universite Jean Mannet de Saint-EtienneThe Effects of Air Incorporation in Concentrated Suspension Rheology 2448B. Aral, D. M. Kalyon, and H. Gokturk, Stevens Institute of Technology

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Measurement and Modelling of Viscoelastic Properties: Estimation of ParametersUnbiased by Property Evolution 2452R C. Saucier and W. J. Tchir, Dow Chemical Canada Inc.Rheoiogicai Properties Characterization of Scrap Plastic Modified Asphalt 2457S. M. Mohseen, C. L. Beatty, A. A. Zaman, and A. L. Fricke, University of Florida

TOTAL QUALITY CONTROL SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP

Quality Assurance and Process Control in Plastics Processing by Using Machine Vision 2464M. Philipp and W. Michaeli, Institut fur KunststoffverarbeitungRegression Analysis of Shrinkage and Shrinkage Force as Function ofProcess Conditions of 0.20 mm Nylon 6 Monofilament 2468D.-K. Yang, G. Toney, and S. Haertel, Albany InternationalN. Esposito, State University College at CortlandStatistical Evaluation of the Uniformity of Simulated Mixtures 2476F. H. Ling and C. Gogos, Stevens Institute of TechnologyStarting an SQC/SPC Molding Program 2480B. A. Whipple, Miles Inc.

'Experimental Design for Non-Statisticians 2596R. C. Neuman, R. C. Neuman Associates

'Improved Process Control for the Plastics Industry 2599M. R. Beau regard, Resource Engineering, Inc.

'The Use of Statistical Process Control in Batch Processed PVC Compounding—Part II 2601D. J. Brown, Alcatel Canada Wire Inc.

'Process Optimization through Reduced Viscosity Variation(Thermoplastic Injection Molding) Workshop 2604D. Daubenmeyer, Superior Plastic Inc.

THERMOPLASTIC ELASTOMERS SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPDirectly Paintable and Adherable Poiyoiefin Compounds 296A. S. Wimolkiatisak, A. S. Scheibelhoffer, D. Chundury, and R M. Mokay, Ferro CorporationInvestigation of the Properties of Block Copolyetheramides 302L.-Z. Chung, D.-L. Kou, T.-W. Tseng, H.-B. Tsai, and A. T Hu, Union Chemical LaboratoriesAdvances in Extrusion Foaming of Elastomeric Alloys 305D. E. Peterson, R. L. Arnold, and G. L. Dumbauld, Advanced Elastomer Systems, L.P.Effect of Mixing on the Performance of Olefinic Elastomers in Automotive Application 310E. K. L. Lau, D&S PlasticsProperty Changes of Thermoplastic Polyurethane Elastomers (TPU) in Dynamic Loading 846Th. Zysk and G. W. Ehrenstein, University Erlangen-NurnbergTwo-Shot Molding of Thermoplastic Elastomers 851R. J. Digiantonio and G. K. Lawrence, Advanced Elastomer Systems, L.PEffects of Colorant Types in Olefinic and Styrenic Thermoplastic Elastomers 854A. J. Virant, Plasticolors Inc.The Viability of Thermoplastic Elastomers for Under-the-Hood Automotive Applications 859M. Thompson and S. Kissick, Novacor Chemicals, Inc.

COMPUTERS IN PLASTICS SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPA User Friendly Software System for the Databank Storage of Polymeric Rheoiogicaiand Thermophysical Properties 320

. N. S. Rao, Plastic Solutions InternationalK. T O'Brien, New Jersey Institute of TechnologyD. H. Harry, GMI Engineering & Management InstituteMEDEX—A System for the Determination of the Corrosion Behaviours of Plastics 324J. Turek and W. Michaeli, Institute for Plastics Processing (IKV)

; Digital Simulation of Bulk and Suspension Polymerization of Styrene, Using Non-LinearMultivariable Regression for Curve Fitting the Kinetic Parameters 329

l.£. Vivaldo-Lima, Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico,. E. Saldivar-Guerra, University of Wisconsin-MadisonI #The Design of Extrusion Dies with a User Friendly, Interactive Software System 334| N. S. Rao, Plastic Solutions International

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K. T. O'Brien, New Jersey Institute of TechnologyD. H. Harry, GMI Engineering & Management InstituteSimulation of the Single Screw Extrusion of Thermoplastics Using aProcess Simulator in Dialogue 864N. S. Rao, Plastics Solutions InternationalK. T. O'Brien, New Jersey Institute of TechnologyD. H. Harry, GMI Engineering & Management InstituteSimulating the Non-Isothermal Mixing of Polymer Blends Using the BoundaryElement Method 868R J. Gramann, J. C. Matzig, and T. A. Osswald, University of Wisconsin-MadisonExpert Systems and Injection Molding 872D. Pearce, Lexmark InternationalThe Design of Barrier-Type Plasticating Screws on a Personal Computer (PC) 875N. S. Rao, Plastics Solutions InternationalK. T. O'Brien, New Jersey Institute of TechnologyD. H. Harry, GMI Engineering & Management InstituteNumerical Studies of the Flow Field in Partially Filled Mixing Equipment 1788T. H. Wong and I. Manas-Zloczower, Case Western Reserve UniversityCAE for Coinjection and Gas-Assisted Injection Molding 1796A. Lanvers and W. Michaeli, Institut fur Kunststoffverarbeitung

JOINING OF PLASTICS & COMPOSITES SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP

Model for Radio Frequency Heat Seal Performance Characterization byDielectric Spectroscopy 340M. T K. Ling, S. Westphal, and L. Woo, Baxter Healthcare Corp.Spin Welding Behavior and Structure Development in a Thermotropic LiquidCrystalline Polymer > 344D. Festa and M. Cakmak, The University of AkronStudies of the Deformation and Failure Behavior of Vibration Welded Polypropylene Welds 349M. Giese and G. W. Ehrenstein, University Erlangen-NurnbergMoire Interferometry Measurement of Residual Strains in Implant ResistanceWelding of Polycarbonate 353J. B. Park and A. Benatar, The Ohio State UniversityStages in the Development of the Strength of Electrofusion Joints 359J. Bowman, Fusion Group picCross-Thickness Vibration Welding of Thermoplastics 880V. K. Stokes, G£ Corporate Research & DevelopmentVibration Welding of Random Glass Mat Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites 884M. Giese and G. W. Ehrenstein, University Erlangen-NurnbergComputer-Aided Layout of the Vibration Welding Process 888H. Potente and M. Uebbing, University of PaderbornInstrumented Spin Welding of Polyvinylidene Fluoride 893S. Schaible and M. Cakmak, The University of AkronThe Effect of Glass Fiber Fillers on the Welding Behavior of Poly P-Phenylene Sulfide 896H. Rajaraman and M. Cakmak, The University of AkronAnalysis of the Hot-Tool Welding Process 1228A. J. Poslinski and V K. Stokes, G£ Corporate Research & DevelopmentQuality Assurance in Heated Tool Welding by the Correlation of Process Datawith a Quality Criterion 1234H. Potente and J. Natrop, University of PaderbornStrength of Polyethylene Heat Fusion Joints Used in Gas Distribution Piping Systemsas a Function of Joining Conditions 1240S. M. Pimputkar, J. K. McCoy, and J. A. Stets, BattelleHot Tack and Heat Sealing Properties of EVOH 1244W. W. Kiang, Quantum Chemical CorporationDevelopment of Testing Methods for Poiyoiefin Butt Welds 1250G. B. Esaulenko and V. Yu. Kondratenko, £ 0. Paton Electric Welding InstituteLaser Welding of Polyethylene and Polypropylene Plates 1764B. S. Ou, A. Benatar, and C. W. Albright, The Ohio State University

TM-Z6/ANTEC '92

Microwave Enhanced Solvent Bonding 1768V. K. Varadan, V. V. Varadan, and T L. Schaffer, The Pennsylvania State UniversityMicrowave Joining of HDPE Using Conductive Polymeric Composites 1771C. Y Wu and A. Benatar, The Ohio State UniversityPreliminary Evaluation of Ultrasonic Welding of Liquid Crystal Polymers 1775D A. Grewell and C. Zhang, Edison Welding InstituteC. Wright, Amoco Performance ProductsInduction Bonding of Plastics: Improvements in Versatility and Economics 1780A. F. Leatherman, Hellerbond® DivisionMartensite-Like Transformations in Welded Joints of Semicrystalline Polymers 1784A. A. Shadrin, £ 0. Paton Electric Welding InstituteCharacterization and Control of Induction Fusion Bonding of Thermoplastic Composite 2102S. R Molnar, Edison Welding InstituteInduction Heating of Cross-Ply Carbon-Fiber Composites 2106J. W. Gillespie, Jr. and R. L. McCullough, University of DelawareB. K. Fink, U.S. ArmyMicrowave Joining and Removal of Multi-Layered Plastic Components 2110T. L. Schaffer, V. K. Varadan, and V. V. Varadan, The Pennsylvania State UniversityA New Approach for Joining Plastics and Composites to Metals 2113R. J. Wise and M. N. Watson, The Welding InstituteStress Analysis of Adhesive-Bonded Composite Pipe Joint under Torsion 2117Y Zhao and S.-S. Pang, Louisiana State University

ALLOYS & BLENDS SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPPhase Behavior and Crystallization of Poly(butylene terephthalate)—Polyarylate Blends 366J. P Runt, D. M. Miley, X. Zhang, and K. R Gallagher, The Pennsylvania State UniversityA. Zhang, The University of AkronThe Polymer Blend of Poly(vinyl acetate) and Poly(ethylene oxide) 369J. Rojter, Victoria University of TechnologyPermeation and Transport Behavior of Poly(ethylene terephthalate), PET 373A. S. Agrawal and S. A. Jabarin, The University of ToledoPolymer Blends Containing Thermotropic Liquid Crystalline Polymer 376T. Harada and K. Tomari, Osaka Municipal Technical Research InstituteK. Sakaura, Nitto Seikei Kogyo Co.A. Hamamoto, Daito Kasei Kogyo Co.S. Nagai, Kyushu UniversityS. Tonogai, Seikow Chemical Engineering & Machinery, Ltd.K. Yamaoka, KCK Industrial Co., Ltd.Novel High Temperature Composites: Blends of a Liquid CrystallinePolymer with Polyamideimide 382X. Y Lai, D. F. Zhao, and F. S. Lai, University of Massachusetts at Lowell

'Crystallization Effect on Miscibility and Morphology of Poly(aryl ether ether ketone)and Polymer(ether imide) Blends 578B. S. Hsiao and B. B. Sauer, £ /. du Pont de Nemours & Co., Inc.

'Rheology and Mechanical Properties of Ultrahigh Performance Polyimide Melt Blends 582K. G. Blizard and M. A. Druy Foster-Miller, Inc.F. E. Karasz, University of Massachusetts

'Properties and Morphology of Oriented Ternary Blends of PET/HDPE/Compatibilizing Agent 586P Sambaru and S. A. Jabarin, The University of Toledo

'Effect of the Third Component Addition on the Structure and Properties ofPoly(ethyl acrylate)/Poly(methyl methacrylate) Semi-IPN 589S. H. Kim, Pohang Institute of Science and TechnologyJ. H. An, Research Institute of Industrial Science and Technology

'Development of Lower Cost Injection Moldable, Internally Lubricated ThermoplasticsBased on PTFE 592J. A. Harding, Akzo Engineering Plastics, Inc.

'Compatibiiization of Refined Commingled Post-Consumer Plastics 596M. Xanthos, A. Patel, S. Dey, S. S. Dagli, and C. Jacob, Stevens Institute of TechnologyT. J. Nosker and R. W. Renfree, Rutgers University

ANTEC '92/PM-37

'Effects of Composition and Polypropylene Melt Flow on Polypropylene-Waste Newspaper Composites 602G. E. Myers and C. M. demons, USDA Forest ServiceJ. J. Balatinecz and R. T. Woodhams, University of Toronto

*Poly(phenylene sulfide)/Polyetherimide Blends via Reactive Extrusion:Morphology and Rheology 605J. J. Scobbo, Jr., General Electric Company

'Graft Copolymer Compatibilizers for Blends of Polypropylene andEthylene-Propylene Copolymer 1036D. J. Lohse, Exxon Research & Engineering Co.S. Datta, Exxon Chemical Co.

*A Study of the Rheoiogicai Properties of Gradual SBR's Blends 1039M. J. Rivera and J. E. Puig, Universidad de GuadalajaraJ. L. Contreras, O. Robles, and V. M. Monroy, Industrias Negromex S.A. de CV.

'Miscibility and Phase Behavior of Polyisoprene/Polybutadiene andPolybutadiene/Polybutadiene Blends 1043J. M. Massie, A. F. Halasa, R. N. Thudium, and C. W. Burkhart, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company

*A Morphological Study of the Deformation of the Dispersed Phase in ImmisciblePolymer Blends during Melt Processing 1048R. Gonzalez-Nunez, B. D. Favis, and R J. Carreau, Ecole Polytechnique de MontrealC. Lavallee, Industrial Materials Institute

'Engineering Properties for Novel Polyamide Alloys 1416B. W. Moody, Akzo Engineering Plastics, Inc.

'Compatibiiization of Poly(arylether sulfone)/Polyamide Blends 1420C. L. Myers, Amoco Chemical Company

'Sulfonated Polystyrene/Nylon 6 Blends: Effect of the Cation 1424R. A. Weiss and X. Lu, University of Connecticut

'Modification and Compatibiiization of Nylon 6 with FunctionalizedStyrenic Block Copolymers 1427M. J. Modic, Shell Development CompanyL. A. Pottick, Shell Chemical Company

'Mechanical and Tribological Properties of PEHD/PA 6 Blends 1431S. H. Benabdallah, Royal Military College of Canada

'Morphology and Properties of Compatibilized Blends of Nylon 4.6 withPoly(2,6-dimethyl-1,4-phenylene oxide) 1435C. Koning and L. v.d. Vondervoort, DSM Research

'Interdiffusion of Thermotropic Liquid Crystalline and Thermoplastic Polymers 1439K. E. McClain and A. A. Ogale, Clemson University

'Morphology and Rheoiogicai Behavior of Incompatible Blends ofPoly(butylene terephthalate) (PBT) and Polyamide 1892N. Wakita and M. Kita, Daicel Chemical Industries, Ltd.

'Blends of Nylon 6 and Functionalized by Gamma Radiation Low Density Polyethylene:Processing Characteristics and Mechanical Properties 1895A. Valenza and G. Spadaro, Universita di PalermoD. Acierno, Universita di Salerno

'Characterization of Blends of Nylon-6, Polystyrene and Lightly SulfonatedPolystyrene lonomers 1899J. S. Shaskus, Jr. and R. A. Weiss, University of Connecticut

'The Effect of Sulfonated Polystyrene on Adhesion of Polystyrene to Aluminum 1904G. H. Armstrong, M. R. Dargin, and L. Johnson, Alcoa Technical Center

'An On-Line Pendant Drop Interfacial Tension Apparatus 1907N. R. Demarquette and M. R. Kamal, McGill University

'Toughening Engineering Thermoplastics with Functionalized Ethylene-PropyleneRubbers: Impact Modification of Styrene-Maleic Anhydride Copolymer 2378S. Datta, N. Dharmarajan, G. ver Strate, R. K. West, and F. W. Pasterczyk, Exxon Chemical Co.

'Properties of Polycarbonate Blends Containing a Brominated Phosphate Flame Retardant 2382J. Green, FMC Corporation

'Modification of Polyamide-6 with Brominated Isobutylene Para-methylstyrene Elastomer 2385T. C. Yu, H. C. Wang, and K. W. Powers, Exxon Chemical Co.A. F. Yee, University of Michigan

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'Impact Modified Polycarbonate Based Blends 2391N. Mekhilef, A. Ait Kadi, and A. Ajji, Universite Laval

'Dual Phase, Co-Continuous Morphology from Mixtures of RecycledPolystyrene/Curbside Tailings Materials 2396R. W. Renfree, T J. Nosker, and D. R. Morrow, Rutgers UniversityK. E. Van Ness and E. D. Wyatt, Washington and Lee UniversityL. W. Suttner, Rheometrics, Inc.

*A New Improved Chlorine/Bromine-Free Flame Retardant PC/ABS Blend 2401R. J. White and N. R. Lazear, Miles IncBlend Morphology Information by the Analysis of Scattered Reflected Light 2670C. Belanger, R Cielo, B. Favis, and L. Utracki, Industrial Materials InstituteW. I. Patterson, McGill UniversityIn-Line Near-Infrared Monitoring of Polymeric Processes 2674A. Khettry, J. Batra, D. A. Stewart, and M. G. Hansen, University of TennesseeInterfacial Adhesion and Impact Behavior Laminar Blends 2677M. R. Kamal, S. Hozhabr, and L. Arghyris, McGill UniversityM. Lambla, Ecole d'Application des Hauts PolymeresAn Experimental Study of the Progress of Phase Morphology Development inModular Intermeshing Co-Rotating and Counter-Rotating Twin Screw Extruders 2682S. Lim and J. L. White, The University of AkronInfluence of Compatibilizing Agents on Rates of Mixing and Phase Morphology inInternal Mixers and Twin Screw Extruders 2686D. K. Setua, S. Lim, and J. L. White, The University of Akron

EDUCATION & TRAINING SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP

Processing Knowledge Level among Production Personnel in Injection Molding Industry 2486S. Paulson, Paulson Training Programs, Inc.Case Studies of Training Results 2489J. Coulter, Paulson Training Programs, Inc.Plastics Education in Mechanical Engineering 2492R K. Mallick, University of Michigan-DearbornContents of Reinforced Plastic Courses within a Plastics EngineeringTechnology Curriculum 2496J. J. Kutz, Western Washington UniversityRubber Technician/Technologist: An Assessment of Knowledge and Skills Required 2499R. G. Speirs III and E. Whitmore, Ferris State University

STUDENT PAPERS

'Effect and Stability of Various UV Stabilizers in Polyolefins after 500 Hoursof Accelerated Weather Testing 386D. 0. Lausten, Plastics Technology Program

"'Shear Zone" Method of Characterizing Effects of Shear Rate on Mechanical Properties 389D. Ignaczak, Penn State Behrend

'Rheoiogicai Properties of Polyvinylidene Fluoride and PolymethylMethacrylate Engineering Alloys 392D. M. Burke, The University of Massachusetts at Lowell

'Characterization of Poisson's Ratio for Anisotropic and Isotropic Polymeric Material Systems 403T. S. Vangsness, The University of Massachusetts at Lowell

*The Evaluation of Polyphosphazene Miscibility in Blends with Amorphous PolymersStudied by DSC 407L. Braswell, University of North Texas

'HDPE and LLDPE Extrudate Roughness Study by Screening Design 1256X. Wang, B. Clement, R J. Carreau, and R G. LaFleur, Ecole Polytechnique de Montreal

'Relating Strength to Radial and Linear Row for a Liquid Crystal Polymer 1259R. R Mozes, The Pennsylvania State University

'The Effects of Weathering on Polyethylene Dairy Cases 1262R. Rutkowski and L. A. Dzeskiewicz, The Pennsylvania State University

'Morphological Studies on Ternary Poiyoiefin Blends 1265V. Flaris, University of MelbourneA. Wasiak and W. Wenig, University of Duisburg

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'The Effects of Electronic Water Treaters on Molding Conditions 1267D. L. McBee, The Pennsylvania State University

'Designing a Laboratory Bench-Top Pultruder 1270G. Metzger, San Diego State University

'Theoretical and Actual Characteristics of Post-Consumer Comingled Plastics/Post-Consumer Paper Composites 1273M. S. Mikowski, Western Michigan University

'The Effect of Flow Patterns and Gate Parameters on Fiber Orientation 1277V. R Serwinski, The Pennsylvania State University

'Dynamic Mechanical Properties of Reinforced Plastics/Composites 1279D. Cameron, The University of Massachusetts at Lowell

'Continuous Extrusion of a Plastic-Paper Composite 1286S. A. Spadaccino, The Pennsylvania State UniversityAn Experimental Study on the Effects of an Impact Modifier onAcrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene 2124B. Nyland, Western Washington UniversityThe Effect of a Heated Core Pin on the Weld Strength of Polypropylene 2127G. Gardner and C. Cross, University of Massachusetts at LowellPredicting Part Variation from Multicavity Molds by Systematic Prototype Mold Sampling 2132F. Zeyfang, The Pennsylvania State UniversityUtilizing StereoLithography in Semi-Hard Tooling 2136J. Williams, The Pennsylvania State UniversityMonodose Injector for the Third World 2139D. Y. Merlin, Hoger Architectuur Instituut van het Rijk

'Production of Unsaturated Polyester Resin from Polyethylene Terephthalate Scraps 2142W. 0. Birt, Pittsburg State University

*A Survey of the Standardization of Recycled Plastic Quality in the Northwest Region 2143J. Divinagracia and J. Arthur, Western Washington University

*A Study of Binding Agents for Recycled Wood Cellulose and Poiyoiefin Composites 2146M. A. Pavlock, The Pennsylvania State University

'Effects of Processing on the Physical Performance of CommingledResin/Paper Composites 2150C. L. Brown and E. G. Soto,'Western Michigan University

'Recycled Plastic and Its Resistance to the Environment 2155G. T Schueneman and C. L. Beatty, University of Florida

'The Effects of Varying the Relationship between Primary and Secondary Pressureon the Properties of Injection Molded Impact Polystyrene 2504H. G. Hawke, GMI Engineering & Management Institute

'Determining Process Capability for Injection Molding 2507D. W. Plocinski, Ball State University

'An Alternate Method of Measuring Injection Pressure 2509M. Rose, The Pennsylvania State University

'Predicting Weld Line Conditions by the Usage of Injection Molding Analysis Software 2511P J. Kuvshinikov, The Pennsylvania State University

'Evaluation of Unbalanced Runners and Relationship to Molding Simulation 2515D. A. Gronostaj, The Pennsylvania State University

'Comparing Hesitation in Actual Processes and When Using InjectionMolding Analysis Software 2518T Sada, The Pennsylvania State University

*On-Line Monitoring of Melt Viscosity for the Injection Molding Process 2523A. R. Reynolds, The Pennsylvania State UniversityAuthor Index for Volumes I and II 1-1

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