Characterization of Rubber Based Materials
Polymer Science and Technology
Institute of Natural and Applied Sciences
Third Cycle (Doctorate Degree)
| Course Unit Title | Course Unit Code | Type of Course Unit | Level of Course Unit | Year of Study | Semester | ECTS Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Characterization of Rubber Based Materials | PST627 | Elective | Doctorate degree | 1 | Fall | 8 |
Name of Lecturer(s)
Prof. Dr. Bağdagül KARAAĞAÇ
Assistant Prof. Dr. Şehriban ÖNCEL
Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit
1) Knowledge on distict properties of natural and synthetic rubbers and test methods
2) Rubber compounding principles and practice on rubber compounding process
3) characterization of rubber compound components
4) characterization of uncured rubber materials
5) Characterization of vulcanized rubber materials by physical, mechanical, and dynamic mechanical test procedures, evaluating test results
Program Competencies-Learning Outcomes Relation
| Program Competencies | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | ||
| Learning Outcomes | |||||
| 1 | Low | High | No relation | High | |
| 2 | Middle | High | No relation | High | |
| 3 | Middle | High | No relation | High | |
| 4 | Middle | High | No relation | High | |
| 5 | Middle | High | No relation | High | |
Mode of Delivery
Face to Face
Prerequisites and Co-Requisites
None
Recommended Optional Programme Components
RUBBER TECHNOLOGY
Course Contents
Introduction to rubber technology, Virgin rubber characterization, Compound characterization, Vulcanizate characterization
Weekly Schedule
1) Introduction to Rubber Technology2) Virgin rubber characterization (Viscosity, Plasticity retention index, Ash, Humidity analysis), Filler and process oil characterization
3) Rubber compounding by using internal mixer and two roll mill
4) Rheometer curve evaluation
5) Laboratory practice
6) Density measurement, Vulcanization by using hot press
7) Dispersion control and mechanical testing (Dispergrader, Hardness, abrasion and compression set measurements)
8) Midterm exam
9) Mechanical testing (Tensile test, Tear test)
10) Laboratory practice
11) Aging tests for rubber(Thermal, volumetric and ozone aging)
12) Dynamic-mechanical analysis (RPA, Rebound resillience, Flexometer)
13) Dynamic-mechanical analysis (DMA)
14) Reverse Engineering
15) Laboratory practice
16) Final exam
Recommended or Required Reading
1- J.E.Mark, B.Erman, F.R.Eirich. The Science and Technology of Rubber, 3rd Ed., Elsevier Academic Press, 2005.
2- M.J.Forrest. Rubber Analysis-Polymers, Compounds and Products, Rapra Review Reports, 2001.
3- R.Brown. Physical Testing of Rubber. 4th Ed., Springer, 2006.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1) Lecture
2) Question-Answer
3) Discussion
4) Drill and Practice
5) Demonstration
6) Group Study
7) Case Study
8) Self Study
9) Problem Solving
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Contribution of Semester Studies to Course Grade |
70% |
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Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade |
30% |
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Total | 100% | ||||||||||||||
Language of Instruction
Turkish
Work Placement(s)
Not Required