Broughton, W R; Mera, R D (1997) Project PAJ3 combined cyclic loading and hostile environments 1996-1999. Report No. 1, Review of durability test methods and standards for assessing long term performance of adhesive joints. NPL Report. CMMT(A)61

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Abstract

This report provides a critical appraisal of test methods and related standards used for the assessment of durability of adhesive joints under combined cyclic or creep loading and hostile environments. Accelerated ageing methods/schemes and durability data for design requirements are included in the assessment. The test methods are assessed in terms of material compatibility, data generated, environmental and service conditions, long term performance, costs of implementation, ease of use, consistency of data, data reduction requirements and stress uniformity. Consideration is given to the practicality of using the test method in an industrial environment, in terms of ensuring "fitness for purpose". The review is based on information compiled from previous government funded research programmes, a survey of industrial practices and requirements, and general literature.
The results of the review will contribute to the formulation of a subsequent experimental programme, assisting in identifying test methods that can be used to measure the parameters required for long-term performance predictions and enable a prioritised listing of service conditions. These test methods and environmental conditioning procedures are to be developed and validated in the experimental programme.

Item Type:	Report/Guide (NPL Report)
NPL Report No.:	CMMT(A)61
Subjects:	Advanced Materials Advanced Materials > Adhesives Advanced Materials > Polymers
Last Modified:	07 Sep 2018 14:12
URI:	http://eprintspublications.npl.co.uk/id/eprint/867

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