Conference ProceedingsVolume II ~ Materials

ANTEC2000:W May 7 -11,2000 Orlando, Florida

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T14—Rotational Molding and Product Design and Development

*The What, How and Why of Rotational Molding (183) 1368G. L. Beall, Glenn Beall Plastics, Ltd.

* Aesthetics, Industrial Designers, and Designing for Rotational Molding (182) 1372G. Bothun, Design Verks, Inc.

*Design for Rotational Molding (180) 1377J. I. Rotheiser, Rotheiser Design Inc.

*Designing for the Process? (Design Details to Avoid) (181) 1382K. Bather, Diamond Plastics

* Computer Aided Design for Rotationally Molded Parts (179) 1385J. Fawcett, Fawcett Design Inc.

•Design of Stiffening Features in Rotationally Moulded Plastic Parts (4) 1388R. J. Crawford, The University of Auckland

T33—Additives

Improving the Performance of Rotomolding Resins (531) 1394A. Spence, Centro IncorporatedInfluence of Mica and Talc Fillers on the Properties of Rotationally Moulded LLDPE (330) 1399A. Robert, J. F. Orr, The Queen's University of BelfastR. J. Crawford, The University of AucklandAdding Value to Rotational Moldings with Color and Special Effects (730) 1404N. Henwood, Just Roto Inc.A Gram of Prevention: Additives to Improve UV Stability and Processability ofRotomolded Parts (555) 1409T. Steel, L. Davis, Cytec Industries, Inc.

VOLUME II—MATERIALS

ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC DIVISION

T5—Electrical and Electronic Polymers I

Anisotropic Electrical Percolation and Electrostatic Dissipation in Chaotically MixedCarbon Black Filled Polyethylene Composites (34) 1418S. G. Kasliwal, A. A. Ogale, D. A. Zumbrunnen, Clemson UniversityFactorial Design Approach Applied to Electrically Conductive Nylon 6,6 (39) 1423J. A. King, E. H. Weber, M. L. Clingerman, Michigan Technological UniversityThe Study of the Optimum Processing Temperatures for Styrene-Complex/Cu Substrates (895) 1427S. H.-Y. Tsai, H. C.-H. Hu, Industrial Technology Research InstituteT. C.-K. Yang, National Taipei University of TechnologyElectrical Static Dissipative Composites Made from Coated Fillers (387) 1431B. P. Grady, W. B. Genetti, University of OklahomaColorable Thermoplastic Compounds for Electrostatic Painting Applications (252) 1434B. Nelson, S. J. Dahman, RTP CompanyElectromagnetic Shielding and Protection against ESD by Using Stainless Steel Fibres (814) 1438J. Versieck, Bekaert Fibre Technologies

T21—Electrical and Electronic Polymers II

Structural Order and Charge Transport in Polymers (586) 1444A. J. Epstein, V. N. Prigodin, The Ohio State UniversityEvolution of the Anisotropic Structure of Poly(phenylene vinylene) Films with Stretching (1132) 1449R. Ou, R. Samuels, Georgia Institute of TechnologyX. Wang, R. Gregory, Clemson UniversityPolydiacetelene Fiber Optic Pressure Sensors (202) 1453M. Tabib-Azar, S. Angkaew, J. Lando, Case Western Reserve UniversityConductive Thermoplastic Elastomers (251) 1458S. J. Dahman, T. Holzbauer, B. Nelson, RTP Company

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Self-Assembly of Chromophoric Arrays on Conducting Polymers (1024) 1463B. Bergman, P. Dillon, T. W. Hanks, Furman UniversityBiologically Derived Conducting Plastics (404) 1468W. Liu, J. Kumar, S. Tripathy, University of Massachusetts at LowellL. Samuelson, U.S. Army Soldier, Biological, Chemical CommandFiber-Optic Electric Field Sensors Using Polymer-Dispersed Liquid Crystal Coatings andEvanescent-Field Interactions (203) 1472M. Tabib-Azar, B. Sutapun, T. Srikhirin, J. Lando, Case Western Reserve UniversityElectrospun Nanofibers of Electronic and Photonic Polymer Systems (505) 1477C. Drew, X. Wang, J. He, S. Tripathy, University of Massachusetts LowellK. Senecal, H. Schreuder-Gibson, L. Samuelson, U.S. Army Soldier, Biological, Chemical Command

ENGINEERING PROPERTIES AND STRUCTURE DIVISION

M6—Mechanical Properties of Multiphase Blends

Co-Continuous Homopolymer/Copolymer Blends (940) 1484J. Li, P. Ma, B. D. Favis, Ecole Polytechnique de MontrealUltrasonic Absorption in Rubber Filled Epoxies (316) 1489K. Gabriel, S. Petrie, University of Massachusetts at LowellToughness Enhancement through Conversion of Cyclic Polybutylene Terephthalate toLinear PBT (370) 1491S. Miller, GP PlasticsJ. Donovan, W. MacKnight, University of Massachusetts at AmherstR. Kambour, GE Corporate Research and DevelopmentImpact Test with Flat-Ended Impactor for Protective Materials: Specimen Thickness Effect (637) 1499H. S. Kim, R. M. Shafig, The University of NewcastleRelaxation Model for FE Analysis of Plastic Product Behavior (890) 1504I. D. Skrypnyk, Karpenko Institute ofNASJ. L. Spoormaker, Delft University of Technology

M8—Near Surface Properties I

*Surface Damage Resistance of Automotive Plastics (524) 1992R. A. Ryntz, Visteon Automotive Systems

*Polymer Near-Surface Behavior Characterized by Reflectometry andComplementary Techniques (333) 1998M. D. Foster, University of Akron

M24—Glassy Polymers and Physical Aging

*Size and Confinement Effects on the Glass Transition (279) 2004G. B. McKenna, Texas Tech University

*Free Volume and Molecular Mobility in a Styrene/n-Butyl Methacrylate Copolymer Series (45) 2009G. P. Simon, Monash UniversityC. L. Beatty, University of FloridaS. R. Andrews, S. Shinton, G. Williams, University of Swansea

*Simultaneous Measurement of Torque, Axial Normal Force and Volume Change in theNIST Torsional Dilatometer—Experiments and Analysis (105) 2014C. R. Schultheisz, National Institute of Standards and TechnologyG. B. McKenna, Texas Tech University

*Injection Molding and Physical Aging Properties of Amorphous Poly(ethylene terephthalate) (325) 2019A. Bhakkad, E. A. Lofgren, S. A. Jabarin, The University of Toledo

*Evolution of Properties of a Thermosetting Epoxy/Aromatic Ainine System withIncreasing Cure (Conversion): Physical Aging (953) 2024J. K. Lee, Kumoh National University of TechnologyJ. K. Gillham, Princeton University

*Dielectric Relaxation Spectroscopy of Reactive Network-Forming Polymers (380) 2029M. Mihajlovic, J. Mijovic, Polytechnic University

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M25—Near Surface Properties II

*Characterization of the Interfacial Regions in Multilayer Coatings by NEXAFS Microscopy (211) 2036C. G. Zimba, Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyH. Ade, A. P. Smith, North Carolina State University

*Interfacial Anchoring in Semi-Crystalline Blends (229) 2041K. A. Chaffin, F. S. Bates, The University of MinnesotaP. Brant, Exxon Chemical Company

*Characterization of the Near-Surface Crystalline Structure and Morphology ofInjection-Molded TPO (527) 2046H. Tang, D. C. Martin, The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

*Surface Analysis of Polymeric Materials: Roughness Exponent (422) 2051E. Reyes, C. Guerrero, M. Hinojosa, V. Gonzalez, Facultad de Ingenieria Mecdnica y Electrica U.A.N.L.

T6—Nanocomposites

*Processing Methodology for Transparent Armor Nanocomposites (846) 1510K. R. Sharma, George Mason University

*Crystalline Transitions in Nylon/Clay Nanocomposites (210) 1514T.-M. Wu, I-Shou UniversityC.-S. Liao, Union Chemical Laboratories, ITRl

•Optimising Nano Filler Performance in Selected Nylons (523) 1518C. J. O'Neil, L. A. Acquarulo, Jr., J. Xu, Foster Corporation

*Effect of Layered Silicates on Thermal Characteristics of Polycarbonate Nanocomposites (750) 1523G. Severe, A. J. Hsieh, U.S. Army Research LaboratoryB. E. Koene, Triton Systems, Inc.

*Epoxy + Montmorillonite Nanocomposite: Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (562) 1527P. Butzloff, Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc.N. A. D'Souza, University of North Texas

*Epoxy + Montmorillonite Nanocomposite: Effect of Composition on the CatalyzedReaction Rate (563) 1531P. Butzloff, Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc.N. A. D'Souza, University of North Texas

T22—High Temperature Engineering Thermoplastics

Mechanical and Rheological Properties of Liquid Crystalline PHB/PEN/PET Blends (986) 1536S. H. Kim, D. J. Kim, Hanyang UniversityH. N. Cho, Korea Institute of Science & EngineeringTemperature Calculation of Plastic Gears (425) 1540P. Faatz, G. W. Ehrenstein, University of Erlangen-NurembergMechanical Performance of Polyamides with Influence of Moisture and Temperature—Accurate Evaluation and Better Understanding (751) 1545N. Jia, V. A. Kagan, HoneywellCompatibilizers for Thermotropic Liquid Crystalline Polymer/Polyolefin Blends Prepared byReactive Mixing: The Effect of Processing Conditions (673) 1553Y. Son, R. A. Weiss, The University of ConnecticutAnalysis of Polypropylene Behavior at Constant Load below the Elastic Limit (323) 1558A. Hernandez-Luna, N. A. D'Souza, University of North TexasPolyamides 4.10 and 4.12: Potentially New Engineering Plastics (1017) 1562C. Koning, L. Teuwen, DSM ResearchFracture and Fatigue Properties of Injection-Molded Short Glass Fiber-ReinforcedPoly(cyclohexylene-dimethylene-terephthalates)s (PCT) as a Function of Molding Conditions (73) 1568J. Karger-Kocsis, Universitdt KaiserslauternT. J. Pecorini, Eastman Chemical Co.Modeling of the Mechanical Behavior of Nonlinear Viscoelastic Materials under MultidimensionalState of Stress (660) 1573M. Wanders, Bayer AGE. Schmachtenberg, University of Essen

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T23—Structure-Property Relationships in Polymer and Films

The Effects of Comonomer Type on the Blown Film Performance of LLDPE Resins MadeUsing a Metallocene Single-Site Catalyst (163) 1578A. M. Sukhadia, M. B. Welch, R. K. Krishnaswamy, S. J. Palackal, Phillips Petroleum CompanyHigh Molecular Weight Film Resins with Increased Stiffness (540) 1583L. Cribbs, D. Vedder, Equistar Chemicals, LPStructure Development in Biaxial Stretching of Cast Polyamide 11 (193) 1588S. Rhee, J. L. White, University of AkronBiaxial Test Method for Characterization of Fabric-Film Laminates Used in Scientific Balloons (361) 1593M. A. Said, NASAThe Creep Behavior of Polyethylene terephthalate) Bottles (501) 1597P. S. Sonti, S. A. Jabarin, M. R. Cameron, University of ToledoOrientation Recovery in Biaxially Oriented Amorphous Polymer Films (766) 1602C. C. Chau, W. LaFollette, The Dow Chemical CompanyEffect of Multi-Functional Comonomers on the Properties of Poly(ethylene terephthalate)Copolymers (985) 1605K. H. Yoon, D. S. Bang, Kumoh National University of TechnologyH. N. Cho, Polymer Materials LaboratoryCharacterization of Biaxial Orientation in Polyolefin Films (280) 1610A. Ajji, K. C. Cole, National Research Council of Canada

T24—Structure, Properties and Characterization of Semi-Crystalline Polymers

*Structure-Property Characteristics of Ethylene/1-Hexene Copolymers with Tailored Short ChainBranching Distributions (388) 1616C. L. P. Shan, K.-J. Chu, J. B. P. Soares, A. Penlidis, University of Waterloo

* Characterization of Dual Crystalline Texture and Process-Structure-Property Relationshipsin HDPE Blown Films (258) 1620J. Lu, H.-J. Sue, Texas A&M UniversityT. Rieker, University of New Mexico

*Crystallization of Isotactic Polypropylene: Comparison between a. and B Growth Rates (708) 1626Y. Mubarak, E. M. A. Harkin-Jones, P. J. Martin, M. Ahmad, The Queen's University of Belfast

*Kinetics of Isothermal Crystallization of Syndiotactic Polypropylene:Avrami, Tobin and Malkin Analyses (1015) 1631P. Supaphol, Chulalongkorn University

*The Determination of PET Crystallinity by Different Analytical Techniques (879) 1636V. Gruver, D. Showers, M.-Y. Kao, L. Klebanov, Johnson Controls, Inc.

*Mechanochemical Alteration of Ethylene Copolymers via Solid-State Shear Pulverization (S3P) (399) 1641M. Ganglani, S. H. Carr, J. M. Torkelson, K. Khait, Northwestern University

*Small Angle X-Ray Scattering Study of ECAE Processed Semicrystalline PET (597) 1647Z. Xia, H.-J. Sue, Texas A&M UniversityT. Rieker, University of New Mexico

*Influence of Thermal History and Molecular Weight on the Mechanical Properties ofHigh Density Polyethylene (185) 1652C. Albano, R. Sciamanna, G. Delgado, D. Kaiser, Universidad Central de Venezuela

W18—Engineering Properties and Structure

*Investigation of the Phase Morphology Development in PA-6/PP Blends Using a ReactiveCompatibilizer (Glycidyl Methacrylate Grafted Polypropylene) (1033) 3526G. De Belder, V. Schiepers, G. Groeninckx, Catholic University of Leuven

*The Effects of Stress Hardening on the Crystallization and Density of Polypropylene (1051) 3531D. A. Nichols, Pennsylvania College of Technology

*The Effects of Ultrahigh Shear Rate and Shear Duration on Mechanical Properties of CommercialPolymers (1079) 3536J. Smith, P. Wheeler, Pennsylvania State University at Erie, The Behrend College

*A Method to Characterize the Impact Properties of Hand Tools (1083) 3541J. Stanko, J. Kennerknecht, Pennsylvania State University at Erie, The Behrend College

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*A Comparative Study of the Melting and Crystallization Behavior for a Metallocene and a NarrowFraction of Ziegler-Natta Isotactic Polypropylene (996) 3546W. Huang, R. G. Alamo, FAMU/Florida State University

W23—Thermoplastic Elastomers and Plastic Modification

*Effect of Vinyl Silane Grafted Polypropylene on Foamability of Thermoplastic VulcanizateContaining a Water Releasing Compound (980) 1658E. Willems, DSM ResearchY. Wang, DSM Thermoplastic Elastomers

*Structure-Property Relationships for Propylene/a-Olefin Copolymers: Effect of ShortBranch Length (365) 1663C. J. H. Cho, J. B. P. Soares, C. Tzoganakis, University of Waterloo

* A Novel Ionomer for Nylon Modification (498) 1667R. T. Chou, DuPont Company

*Effect of Nanosilica on Properties of Segmented Polyurethanes (690) 1672Z. S. Petrovic, Y.-J. Cho, I. Javni, W. Zhang, Pittsburg State University

*Structure-Properties of PP-EPDM Thermoplastic Elastomer: Origin of Strain Recovery (928) 1676T. Inoue, P. Svoboda, Tokyo Institute of Technology

*Properties of an Oil Resistant TPV (979) 1680S. Cook, J. Patel, A. J. Tinker, Tun Abdul Razak Research Centre, MRPRA

* Fundamental Morphology-Property Studies of Reactor Grade Thermal-Plastic Olefins (RTPO) (1042) 1685C. K.-Y. Li, J. Wang, C. J. Chen, Formosa Plastics CorporationH. Sittertz-Bhatkar, Texas A&M University

W24—Orientation and Anisotropy

Investigation of Crystalline Structure and Orientation of Polyamide 612 in Double BubbleTubular Film Blowing Process (192) 1690S. Rhee, J. L. White, University of AkronShrinkage Behavior of Oriented Poly(ethylene terephthalate) (267) 1695R. Mody, E. A. Lofgren, S. A. Jabarin, The University of ToledoThe Effect of Deformation and Composition on the Structure Evolution in the Pre-OrientedPET/PEI Blend Films during the Heat Setting Process (694) 1700J. Choi, M. Cakmak, University of AkronDrawing of Nylon 6,6 and Ultrahigh Molecular Weight Polyethylene Fibers in Supercritical CO2 (957) 1705T. Hobbs, A. J. Lesser, University of Massachusetts at AmherstBranching of LLDPE as Studied by Crystallization-Fractionation and Its Effect on MechanicalProperties of Films (579) 1710M. Gownder, Huntsman PolymersOn-Line Analysis of Stress and Birefringence Development in Simultaneous Biaxial Elongationof Polyethylene terephthalate) (919) 1715H. Ito, T. Suzuki, T. Kikutani, Tokyo Institute of TechnologyK. Nakayama, National Institute of Materials and Chemical ResearchEvaluating the Energetics of Heterogeneous Deformation in LLDPE Films under BiaxialLoading Conditions (386) 1720A. B. Sabbagh, A. J. Lesser, University of Massachusetts at AmherstMolecular Orientation of Crosslinked Polyethylene (1097) 1725T. Josefsson, M. Delin, Uponor Innovation AB

W27—Properties and Characterization of Polymer Blends

*Block Copolymers as Templates for Functional Materials (194) 2110R. E. Cohen, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

*Polyblends of Polyphenylene Ether with Styrene-Ethylene/Butylene-Styrene Block Copolymer (50) 2113R. D. Deanin, P. Lunn, University of Massachusetts at Lowell

*Interfacial Tensions in Polyolefin Blends (1001) 2116A. H. Tsou, M. K. Lyon, Exxon Chemical Company

*Rheology and Degradation Kinetics of Poly(ethylene terephthalate)/Poly(ethylene naphthalate)Blends (261) 2120S. R. Tharmapuram, S. A. Jabarin, University of Toledo

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*BIends of Tetrabromooligocarbonate with Polycarbonate (413) 2125J. Y. J. Chung, W. Paul, Bayer Corporation

*Stability of Blends of Polyethersulfone with Thermotropic Liquid Crystalline Polymers (869) 2130F. Qiao, K. Migler, C. C. Han, National Institute of Standards and Technology

•Structure-Property Relationship in Poly(phenylene sulfide)(PPS)/Polyethylene Blends—Effect of Metallocene Catalyzed Polyethylene (430) 2135B. S. Lee, B. C. Chun, The University ofSuwon

TH3—Polyolefin Blends: Performance Enhancements

•Determination of Solvent Independent Interaction Parameters for the HDPE/LDPE Blend byan Improved Inverse Gas Chromatographic Approach (809) 2540L. Zhao, P. Choi, University of Alberta

*Rheological and Blown Film Characterization of Binary Blends ofMetallocene-Catalyzed LLDPEs (217) 2545R. K. Krishnaswamy, D. C. Rohlfing, B. E. Hauger, Phillips Petroleum Company

•Flexible Polyolefins and Low Density Polyethylene Blends for Film Extrusion Applications (63) 2550M. M. Castillo, S. J. Grossman, University of Massachusetts at Lowell

*A Study of Surface Haze Formation in Polypropylene/Acrylic Alloys (266) 2555S. P. Bistany, D. Dong, C. Y. Han, L. A. Struzik, M. D. Wolkowicz, Montell Polyolefins

TH10—Characterization of Polymers, Copolymers and Blends

Flow-Induced Migration Phenomena in Polyethylene/Polyethylene-co-maleic Anhydride Blends (603) 1732H. Lee, L. A. Archer, Texas A&M UniversityEvolution of Structural Hierarchy in Uniaxially Deformed Branched Poly Lactic Acid Filmsas Followed by Spectral Birefringence Technique and Others (691) 1737G. Kokturk, T. F. Serhatkulu, M. Cakmak, University of AkronIn Line Monitoring of Poly(ethylene vinyl acetate) Extrusion Process Using Fiber OpticRaman Spectroscopy (840) 1742M. Dhamdhere, B. Deshpande, P. Patil, M. G. Hansen, University of TennesseeEvidence for a Master Curve Behavior for Polypropylene (PP) Degradation and Durability (353) 1746S. Ding, C. L. Sandford, M. T. K. Ling, A. Khare, L. Woo, Baxter HealthcareLaminated Protein Films (70) 1751H. V. Pol, A. A. Ogale, P. L. Dawson, Clemson UniversityInfluence of Temperature, Molecular Weight and Molecular Weight Dispersity on the SurfaceTension of Polystyrene (PS): Experiment and Theory (176) 1756J. C. Moreira, N. R. Demarquette, Sao Paulo UniversityTransesterification Reaction Kinetics of Blends of Poly(ethylene terephthalate) andPolyethylene naphthalate) (264) 1761S. R. Tharmapuram, S. A. Jabarin, University of ToledoNon-Isothermal Crystallization of Syndiotactic Polystyrene—Pre-Melting Temperature Effects (877) 1765F.-C. Chiu, C.-G. Peng, Chang Gung UniversityQ. Fu, Sichuan Union University

TH11—Polymer Additives and Modifiers

*Electron-Beam Processing of Plastics: An Alternative to Chemical Additives (15) 1772M. Stern, E-BEAM Services, Inc.

•Effect of Polyolefin Structure on Grafting of Maleic Anhydride (990) 1777A. V. Machado, J. A. Covas, University ofMinhoM. van Duin, DSM Research

•New Thermally Conductive Thermoplastics Offer Freedom of Design inHeat-Management Applications (534) 1782R. Pastor, M. A. Hanna Engineered Materials

*The Effect of Titanium Dioxide Particles on the Deformation Behavior and OrientationDevelopment in PET Films (693) 1786A. Taniguchi, M. Cakmak, University of Akron

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•Effects of Magnesium Hydroxides on the Physical Properties of a Semirigid PVC Used inWire Coating (317) 1791J. A. Torone, Millipore CorporationS. Petrie, University of Massachusetts at Lowell

TH12—Barrier Properties of Polymers

•Gas Barrier Behavior of Syndiotactic Polystyrene (344) 1798K. Hodge, S. Nazarenko, Case Western Reserve UniversityG. Capaccio, BP Chemicals, Ltd.

•The Relations between the Composition and the Permeation Resistance of thePolyethylene/Compatibilizer Precursor/Modified Polyamide Blends (657) 1803W.-S. Jou, National Kaohsiung Institute of TechnologyK.-N. Chen, Tamkang UniversityS.-S. Chang, H.-T. Yao, J.-T. Yeh, National Taiwan University of Science and Engineering

•Characterization of Multi-Layer Permeation Barriers Made by MicrowavePlasma Polymerization (715) 1808R. Dahlmann, W. Michaeli, Institut fur Kunststoffverarbeitung (IKV)

*New Thermoplastic Adhesive and Barrier Resins (728) 1813T. Glass, H. Pham, M. Winkler, The Dow Chemical Company

•Relative Dimensional Change of Various Nylon Products Due to Moisture Absorption (784) 1818S. Gerbig, B. Richter, B. Helfrich, DSM Engineering Plastics

•Pressure-Volume-Temperature Dependence in Polyvinylidene Fluoride and PolyvinylideneFluoride-Hexafluoropropylene Copolymers (547) 1821N. Mekhilef, Elf Atochem North America, Inc.

THERMOPLASTIC MATERIALS AND FOAMS DIVISION

M7—New Developments in Ethylene-Styrene Interpolymers and Polypropylene

Blends of Ethylene-Styrene Interpolymers (1041) 1828H. Y. Chen, A. Hiltner, E. Baer, Case Western Reserve UniversityW. Cheung, S. P. Chum, The Dow Chemical CompanyBlends of Ethylene/Styrene Interpolymers and Other Polymers: Rheology and Morphologyduring Processing (841) 1833T. P. Karjala, S. M. Hoenig, M. J. Guest, Y. W. Cheung, M. P. Finlayson, B. W. Walther,

J. R. Montanye, The Dow Chemical CompanyViscoelastic Behavior of Ethylene-Styrene Interpolymers (1040) 1838H. Y. Chen, E. V. Stepanov, A. Hiltner, E. Baer, Case Western Reserve UniversityM. Guest, S. P. Chum, The Dow Chemical CompanyNew Polypropylene for Differentiated Blown Films (285) 1843W. D. Hoenig, C. P. Bosnyak, K. Sehanobish, W. Van Volkenburgh, C. Ruiz,

L. M. Tau, The Dow Chemical CompanyBranching of Polypropylene with a Polyfunctional Monomer for Extrusion Foaming andThermoforming Applications (596) 1847D. W. Yu, S. K. Dey, F. Pringgosusanto, M. Xanthos, Polymer Processing Institute

T8—Microcellular Foams

Initial Stages of Bubble Growth during Foaming Process (833) 1852H. R. Sheth, L. Chen, Trexel Inc.Extrusion of Polystyrene Microcellular Foam with Supercritical CO2 (490) 1857X. Han, K. W. Koelling, D. Tomasko, L. J. Lee, The Ohio State UniversityLow Density Foaming of Poly(ethylene-co-octene) by Injection Molding (621) 1862P. Moulinie, L. E. Daigneault, C. Woelfle, R. Gendron, National Research Council of CanadaEffect of Supercritical CO2 and N2 on the Crystallization of Linear and Branched PropyleneResins Filled with Foaming Additives (949) 1867H. E. Naguib, Y.-J. Byon, C. B. Park, University of TorontoS.-W. Song, Nomaco Inc.

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T26—Polymer Foams I

Development of Polypropylene Plank Foam Products (71) 1876C. P. Park, G. A. Garcia, The Dow Chemical CompanyFoaming of Thermoplastic Elastomers with Water (665) 1881A. Sahnoune, Advanced Elastomer Systems, LPProperties and Applications of Sandwich Panels Based on PET Foams (541) 1886M. Xanthos, R. Dhavalikar, V. Tan, S. K. Dey, U. Yilmazer, New Jersey Institute of TechnologyParameters Affecting the In-Line Measurement of Gas Solubility in Thermoplastic Melts duringFoam Extrusion (536) 1891Q. Zhang, M. Xanthos, S. K. Dey, New Jersey Institute of TechnologyControl of the Melt Strength of Polypropylene in Rotational Foam Molding (934) 1896R. Pop-Iliev, C. B. Park, G. Liu, F. Liu, University of Toronto

W6—Novel Materials and Processes

New Compositions of Matter from the Modular Disk Coextrusion Die (149) 1910H. G. Schirmer, BBS CorporationS. LoveJ. Schelleng, SFA Inc.P. Loschialpo, Naval Research LaboratoryThe Effect of Tie-Layers on Optical Properties of Coextruded Multilayer Films (311) 1915D. A. Zimmerman, Equistar Chemicals, LPNew Thermoplastic Resin Compounds Utilizing Highly Efficient Conductive Filler System (337) 1918N. Patel, General Electric CompanyDevelopment of a Reactive Extrusion Process for the Production of Plasticized Film GradePolylactic Acid (411) 1922R. K. Williams, S. R. Koenig, Aspen Research CorporationCrystalline but Fully Transparent—A New Polyamide with Outstanding Properties (478) 1927H.-P. Hauck, Degussa-Huls AGMicrocellular Foam Molding: Advantages and Application Examples (28) 1929K. Jacobsen, Engel North AmericaD. Pierick, Trexel, Inc.

W26—Polymer Foams II

Blends of CO2 and 2-EthyI Hexanol as Replacement Foaming Agents for Extruded Polystyrene (607) 1936L. E. Daigneault, R. Gendron, National Research Council of CanadaPS Foam Moldings Expanded with HCFC 141b (608) 1941L. E. Daigneault, F. Ouraghi, N. Cote, National Research Council of CanadaCarbon Dioxide Extrusion Foaming of Engineering Thermoplastics (689) 1945M. Gale, Rapra Technology LimitedGas Absorption with Filled Polymer Systems (832) 1950L. Chen, H. Sheth, R. Kim, Trexel, Inc.Measurements and Modeling of Rheological Properties of Biodegradable PBS/CO2 Solutions (958) 1955D. Ladin, C. B. Park, S. S. Park, H. E. Naguib, University of TorontoDevelopment of a Dilatometer for Measurement of the PVT Properties of a Polymer/CO2 SolutionUsing a Foaming Extruder and a Gear Pump (946) 1978S. S. Park, C. B. Park, D. Ladin, H. E. Naguib, University of TorontoC. Tzoganakis, University of WaterlooUse of Polyolefin Additives in Inert Gas Extrusion Foaming of Polystyrene (591) 1987N. Faridi, S. K. Dey, C. Wan, M. Xanthos, New Jersey Institute of Technology

TH12—Barrier Properties of Polymers

•Gas Barrier Behavior of Syndiotactic Polystyrene (344) 1798K. Hodge, S. Nazarenko, Case Western Reserve UniversityG. Capaccio, BP Chemicals, Ltd.

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•The Relations between the Composition and the Permeation Resistance of thePolyethylene/Compatibilizer Precursor/Modified Polyamide Blends (657) 1803W.-S. Jou, National Kaohsiung Institute of TechnologyK.-N. Chen, Tamkang UniversityS.-S. Chang, H.-T. Yao, J.-T. Yeh, National Taiwan University of Science and Engineering

•Characterization of Multi-Layer Permeation Barriers Made by MicrowavePlasma Polymerization (715) 1808R. Dahlmann, W. Michaeli, Institutfiir Kunststoffverarbeitung (IKV)

•New Thermoplastic Adhesive and Barrier Resins (728) 1813T. Glass, H. Pham, M. Winkler, The Dow Chemical Company

•Relative Dimensional Change of Various Nylon Products Due to Moisture Absorption (784) 1818S. Gerbig, B. Richter, B. Helfrich, DSM Engineering Plastics

•Pressure-Volume-Temperature Dependence in Polyvinylidene Fluoride and PolyvinylideneFluoride-Hexafluoropropylene Copolymers (547) 1821N. Mekhilef, Elf Atochem North America, Inc.

POLYMER ANALYSIS DIVISION

M8—Near Surface Properties I

•Surface Damage Resistance of Automotive Plastics (524) 1992R. A. Ryntz, Visteon Automotive Systems

•Polymer Near-Surface Behavior Characterized by Reflectometry andComplementary Techniques (333) 1998M. D. Foster, University of Akron

M24—Glassy Polymers and Physical Aging

•Size and Confinement Effects on the Glass Transition (279) 2004G. B. McKenna, Texas Tech University

•Free Volume and Molecular Mobility in a Styrene/n-Butyl Methacrylate Copolymer Series (45) 2009G. P. Simon, Monash UniversityC. L. Beatty, University of FloridaS. R. Andrews, S. Shinton, G. Williams, University of Swansea

•Simultaneous Measurement of Torque, Axial Normal Force and Volume Change in theNIST Torsional Dilatometer—Experiments and Analysis (105) 2014C. R. Schultheisz, National Institute of Standards and TechnologyG. B. McKenna, Texas Tech University

•Injection Molding and Physical Aging Properties of Amorphous Poly(ethylene terephthalate) (325) 2019A. Bhakkad, E. A. Lofgren, S. A. Jabarin, The University of Toledo

•Evolution of Properties of a Thermosetting Epoxy/Aromatic Amine System withIncreasing Cure (Conversion): Physical Aging (953) 2024J. K. Lee, Kumoh National University of TechnologyJ. K. Gillham, Princeton University

•Dielectric Relaxation Spectroscopy of Reactive Network-Forming Polymers (380) 2029M. Mihajlovic, J. Mijovic, Polytechnic University

M25—Near Surface Properties II

•Characterization of the Interfacial Regions in Multilayer Coatings by NEXAFS Microscopy (211) 2036C. G. Zimba, Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyH. Ade, A. P. Smith, North Carolina State University

•Interfacial Anchoring in Semi-Crystalline Blends (229) 2041K. A. Chaffin, F. S. Bates, The University of MinnesotaP. Brant, Exxon Chemical Company

•Characterization of the Near-Surface Crystalline Structure and Morphology ofInjection-Molded TPO (527) 2046H. Tang, D. C. Martin, The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

•Surface Analysis of Polymeric Materials: Roughness Exponent (422) 2051E. Reyes, C. Guerrero, M. Hinojosa, V. Gonzalez, Facultad de Ingenieria Mecdnica y Electrica U.A.N.L.

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T6—Nanocomposites

•Processing Methodology for Transparent Armor Nanocomposites (846) 1510K. R. Sharma, George Mason University

•Crystalline Transitions in Nylon/Clay Nanocomposites (210) 1514T.-M. Wu, I-Shou UniversityC.-S. Liao, Union Chemical Laboratories, ITRI

•Optimising Nano Filler Performance in Selected Nylons (523) 1518C. J. O'Neil, L. A. Acquarulo, Jr., J. Xu, Foster Corporation

•Effect of Layered Silicates on Thermal Characteristics of Polycarbonate Nanocomposites (750) 1523G. Severe, A. J. Hsieh, U.S. Army Research LaboratoryB. E. Koene, Triton Systems, Inc.

•Epoxy + Montmorillonite Nanocomposite: Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (562) 1527P. Butzloff, Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc.N. A. D'Souza, University of North Texas

•Epoxy + Montmorillonite Nanocomposite: Effect of Composition on the CatalyzedReaction Rate (563) 1531P. Butzloff, Bell Helicopter Textron, Inc.N. A. D'Souza, University of North Texas

T15—MeltRheology I

•Polymer Rheology—Challenges for the 21st Century (141) 1054J. M. Dealy, McGill University

•Novel Small and Large Scale Flow Visualisation of Polymer Melts (101) 1056P. D. Coates, M. T. Martyn, M. Kamala, C. Parminter, University of Bradford

•Magnetic Resonance Imaging of Polymer Melt Flows (881) 1061Y. Uludag, M. J. McCarthy, R. L. Powell, University of CaliforniaG. Barall, Quantum Magnetics

•Anisotropic Thermal Conduction in Deforming Polymer Melts (255) 1065D. C. Venerus, J. D. Schieber, H. Iddir, J. D. Guzman, A. W. Broerman, Illinois Institute of Technology

•Measuring the Low Frequency Linear Viscoelastic Properties of Polymer Melts: Trials with PDMSUsing Sphere-Plane Squeeze Flow and Interferometry (282) 1070E. C. Cua, M. T. Shaw, University of Connecticut

T24—Structure, Properties and Characterization of Semi-Crystalline Polymers

•Structure-Property Characteristics of Ethylene/1-Hexene Copolymers with Tailored Short ChainBranching Distributions (388) 1616C. L. P. Shan, K.-J. Chu, J. B. P. Soares, A. Penlidis, University of Waterloo

•Characterization of Dual Crystalline Texture and Process-Structure-Property Relationshipsin HDPE Blown Films (258) 1620J. Lu, H.-J. Sue, Texas A&M UniversityT. Rieker, University of New Mexico

•Crystallization of Isotactic Polypropylene: Comparison between a and p Growth Rates (708) 1626Y. Mubarak, E. M. A. Harkin-Jones, P. J. Martin, M. Ahmad, The Queen's University of Belfast

•Kinetics of Isothermal Crystallization of Syndiotactic Polypropylene:Avrami, Tobin and Malkin Analyses (1015) 1631P. Supaphol, Chulalongkorn University

•The Determination of PET Crystallinity by Different Analytical Techniques (879) 1636V. Gruver, D. Showers, M.-Y. Kao, L. Klebanov, Johnson Controls, Inc.

•Mechanochemical Alteration of Ethylene Copolymers via Solid-State Shear Pulverization (S3P) (399) 1641M. Ganglani, S. H. Carr, J. M. Torkelson, K. Khait, Northwestern University

•Small Angle X-Ray Scattering Study of ECAE Processed Semicrystalline PET (597) 1647Z. Xia, H.-J. Sue, Texas A&M UniversityT. Rieker, University of New Mexico

•Influence of Thermal History and Molecular Weight on the Mechanical Properties ofHigh Density Polyethylene (185) 1652C. Albano, R. Sciamanna, G. Delgado, D. Kaiser, Universidad Central de Venezuela

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T34—Melt Rheology II

•The Role of Interfacial Slip in Melt Rheology of Immiscible Polymer Blends (1016) 1076R. Zhao, C. W. Macosko, University of Minnesota

•PEN-Poly(ether imide) Blends: Melt Rheology and Stress Relaxation in Semi-Crystalline Films (918) 1081J. R. Gillmor, J. Greener, Eastman Kodak Company

•Direct Numerical Simulations of Drops and Bubbles in Viscoelastic Shear andPressure Driven Flows (867) 1086P. Singh, S. B. Pillapakkam, A. Narh, New Jersey Institute of Technology

•Thermorheological Investigation of Entangled Branch Polybutadienes Having DifferentArchitectures and Arm Lengths (79) 1091M. T. Islam, Juliani, L. A. Archer, Texas A&M University

•The Effect of Molecular Structure on the Extensional Melt Rheology of Conventional andMetallocene Polyethylenes (207) 1096C. K. Chai, BP Amoco Chemicals

•Flow Behavior of Sparsely Branched Metallocene-Catalyzed Polyethylenes (319) 1101P. J. Doerpinghaus, S. E. Bin Wadud, D. G. Baird, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

•Rheology of Randomly Branched Polymers (111) 1106R. H. Colby, Penn State UniversityC. P. Lusignan, Eastman Kodak CompanyJ. Janzen, Phillips Petroleum Company

T36—Plastics Analysis

•The Effects of Long Term Ultraviolet Radiation on the Mechanical Properties of Wood FlourFilled Recycled HDPE (1082) 3504D. Heuer, M. Albert, Pennsylvania State University at Erie, The Behrend College

•Predicting Creep in Bottle Design (1084) 3508I. McCracken, Pennsylvania State University at Erie, The Behrend College

•A Study of the Tensile Creep Behavior of Wood Flour Filled HDPE in Aqueous Mediums (1086) 3513J. Raybuck, D. Heuer, Pennsylvania State University at Erie, The Behrend College

•Non-Destructive Means of Measuring the Glass Density of a Fiberglass Preform (1071) 3517F. J. Salusky, Pennsylvania State University at Erie, The Behrend College

•Characterizing Scrap Vinyl Flooring to Determine Feasible Reuse Options (1081) 3521A. Lawrence, Pennsylvania State University at Erie, The Behrend College

W7—Spectroscopic Studies in Polymer Processing and Analysis

Fluorescence Based Temperature Measurements and Applications to Real-TimePolymer Processing (348) 2058A. J. Bur, S. C. Roth, National Institute of Standards and TechnologyOn-Line Monitoring of Free Radical Grafting in a Model Twin Screw Extruder (1006) 2064K. Jarukumjorn, K. Min, University of AkronFiberoptic Evanescent Wave Spectroscopy (FEWS) for the Real Time Investigation of DiffusionProcesses in Amorphous Polymers: The Use of AgClBr Infrared Fibers for Studying thePenetration of Water and Organic Compounds through a Thin Polystyrene Coating (1026) 2069E. Bormashenko, J. Reichlin, R. Pogreb, The College ofJudea and SamariaI. Wasserman, A. Katzir, Tel-Aviv UniversityNear-Infrared Spectroscopic Product and Process Control (140) 2074J. C. J. Bart, DSM ResearchMid-Infrared Process Control Systems for Polymer Melts and Film (137) 2079J. C. J. Bart, DSM Research

W8—Characterization and Properties of Thermosets I

•Molecular Design of Thermosetting Systems: Evolution of Properties during Cure in Termsof Transitions (954) 2086J. K. Gillham, Princeton University

•Influence of Chemical Composition on the Rheological Behaviour of CondensationReaction Resins (144) 2091M. Doyle, J.-A. E. Manson, Ecole Polytechnique Federate de Lausanne

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•Cure Characterization of an Epoxy Resin System by Thermal Analysis (876) 2096W. X. Zukas, Foster-Miller, Inc.L. L. Ghiorse, E. J. Robinette, U.S. Army Research Laboratory

•Modeling Residual Stresses in Thermosetting Materials (302) 2102P. Prasatya, University of PittsburghG. B. McKenna, S. L. Simon, Texas Tech University

•Crosslinking Kinetics during Continuous Polymerization (845) 2107K. R. Sharma, George Mason University

W27—Properties and Characterization of Polymer Blends

•Block Copolymers as Templates for Functional Materials (194) 2110R. E. Cohen, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

•Polyblends of Polyphenylene Ether with Styrene-Ethylene/Butylene-Styrene Block Copolymer (50) 2113R. D. Deanin, P. Lunn, University of Massachusetts at Lowell

•Interfacial Tensions in Polyolefin Blends (1001) 2116A. H. Tsou, M. K. Lyon, Exxon Chemical Company

•Rheology and Degradation Kinetics of Poly(ethylene terephthalate)/Poly(ethylene naphthalate)Blends (261) 2120S. R. Tharmapuram, S. A. Jabarin, University of Toledo

•Blends of Tetrabromooligocarbonate with Polycarbonate (413) 2125J. Y. J. Chung, W. Paul, Bayer Corporation

•Stability of Blends of Polyethersulfone with Thermotropic Liquid Crystalline Polymers (869) 2130F. Qiao, K. Migler, C. C. Han, National Institute of Standards and Technology

•Structure-Property Relationship in Poly(phenylene sulfide)(PPS)/PolyethyIene Blends—Effect of Metallocene Catalyzed Polyethylene (430) 2135B. S. Lee, B. C. Chun, The University ofSuwon

TH4—Characterization and Properties of Thermosets II

Nondestructive Study of Temperature-Property Correlations during the Curing ofRubberized Fabric (747) 2142C. Chandler, N. Mathis, Mathis Instruments Ltd.L. Li, PerkinElmer Inc.Toughening and Strengthening an Epoxy by a Liquid Crystalline Epoxy (522) 2147P. Punchaipetch, W. Brostow, N. A. D'Souza, University of North TexasChemo-Rheology and Structure Development of a Solventless System for ManufacturingElectronic Pre-Pregs (828) 2152L. M. Dehnke, J. M. Castro, M. Li, L. J. Lee, The Ohio State UniversityIncidence of Crosslinking Comonomer Composition in the Mechanical Properties of a MultilayerReinforced Unsaturated Polyester Resin (632) 2158C. F. Jasso, F. Arreola, A. B. Valenzuela, U. Nahuatlato, I. Neri, R. J. Sanjuan,

M. E. Hernandez, Universidad de GuadalajaraEffects of Various Fillers on the Coefficient of Thermal Expansion of Epoxy Resins (787) 2162G. E. Lawson, Litton Systems

TH13—Polymer Analysis a la Carte

Analytical System for Measuring Thermally Generated VOC Emissions from Polymers (546) 2168Q. Xiang, S. Mitra, S. Dey, M. Xanthos, New Jersey Institute of TechnologyAnalytical Methodologies Employed in a Comprehensive FDA Food Contact ComplianceInvestigation: Analyses for Residual Monomers, Resin Oligomers, Additives and Modifiersin Several Food Simulating Solvents (748) 2173J. S. Eberhard, M. M. McCort-Tipton, Covance LaboratoriesA Novel Technique for the Detection of a Hindered Amine Light Stabilizer (HALS), Based onSilicon Technology (418) 2178S. Narayan, R. E. Lee, D. Hallberg, V. Malatesta, Great Lakes Chemical CorporationEvaluation of the Interfacial Tension between a Low Molar Mass Liquid Crystaland Solid Polymers (428) 2180R. N. Shimizu, N. Raymonde, Escola Politecnica da Universidade de Sao Paulo

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Thermodynamic and Kinetic Analysis of Semicrystalline Recyclates by DSC (314) 2185R. B. Cassel, L. Li, PerkinElmer InstrumentsDifferential Scanning Calorimeters with Increased Sensitivity and Resolution (643) 2188V. N. Reddy, R. Byrne, HaakeN. Nakamura, O. Sakamoto, Seiko Instruments Inc.Evaluation of a Wood Fiber-Based Compound by Torque Rheometry (908) 2193A. Yacykewych, C. W. Brabender Instruments, Inc.Applications of Thermal Analysis in the Design of a Bulk Continuous AcrylicCopolymerization Process (594) 2198M.-W. Young, M. Xanthos, New Jersey Institute of Technology

COMPOSITES DIVISION

M10—Reinforced Thermoplastics I

Melt Rheological Properties of Natural Fiber-Reinforced Polypropylene (359) 2206J. J. Schemenauer, T. A. Osswald, A. R. Sanadi, University of Wisconsin-MadisonD. F. Caulfield, USDA Forest Products LaboratoryEffects of Aspect Ratio on Performance Properties of Mica Reinforced Polypropyleneand Nylon (190) 2211L. A. Canova, Oglebay Norton Specialty MineralsEffects of Fibers on the Crystallization of Polypropylene in Binary and Ternary Composites (87) 2216M. A. Lopez Manchado, Institute of Polymer Science and TechnologyJ. Biagiotti, L. Torre, J. M. Kenny, University of PerugiaTernary Composites: An Innovative Form to Improve Final Properties of Polypropylene (803) 2221S. E. Barbosa, N. J. Capiati, PLAPIQUI (UNS-CONICET)J. M. Kenny, University of PerugiaNovel Fiber Surface Treatment for Use in Engineering Thermoplastic Composites (520) 2226J. Xu, L. Acquarulo, C. O'Neil, Foster CorporationInvestigation of the Mechanisms by Which Glass Fibers Disperse in a Polystyrene Matrix (401) 2231M. M. H. Kuroda, C. E. Scott, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

T12—Long and Continuous Glass Fiber Composites

Roving Impregnation with Thermoplastic for Pultrusion (703) 2238R. A. Becerra, B. Sanschagrin, Ecole Polytechnique de MontrealPressure Build-Up in a Staggered Pin Compounding System (761) 2243P. J. Bates, Royal Military College of CanadaJ. Kendall, D. Taylor, M. Cunningham, Queen's UniversityThe Advantages of Direct In-Line Compounding Systems (36) 2248M. J. Voelker, C. D. Weber, Composite Products, Inc.Fracture Toughness Variations of Injection Molded Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics (609) 2253F. Gonzalez, C. Chassapis, Stevens Institute of TechnologyPermeation of Thermoplastics through Random Fiber Mats (405) 2258J. Bradley, J. Muzzy, Georgia Institute of Technology

T31—Advanced Composites I

Single Fiber Composites: A New Methodology for Determining Interfacial Shear Strength (355) 2264G. A. Holmes, D. L. Hunston, W. G. McDonough, R. C. Peterson, National Institute of

Standards and TechnologyThe Hydraulic Permeability of Dual Porosity Fibrous Preforms (394) 2269B. Markicevic, T. D. Papathanasiou, University of South CarolinaEnhancement of Natural Fiber-Epoxy Interaction Using Bi-Functional Surface Modifiers (963) 2274A. Sampath, G. C. Martin, Syracuse UniversityElastomer Matrix Composites for Impact-Resistant Parts (713) 2279M. Koschmieder, W. Michaeli, Institutfiir Kunststoffverarbeitung (IKV)Predicting Molding Forces in SMC Compression Molding (726) 2284L. M. Abrams, J. M. Castro, The Ohio State UniversityE. Strauss, Omnova Solutions, IncorporatedMinimizing Sandwich-Panel Warpage (396) 2289J. S. Griffing, The Boeing Company

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Temperature-Moisture-Mechanical Response of Vinyl Ester Resin and PultrudedVinyl Ester/E-Glass Laminated Composites (923) 2293S. P. Phifer, K. N. E. Verghese, J. Haramis, J. J. Lesko, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityProperties Evaluation of Polyurethane Sandwich Panels with Plastic and Aluminum Skins:Thermal Insulation (984) 2298A. H. Behravesh, M. M. Moghaddam, Tarbiat Modarres UniversityH. Jaani, Sharif University of Technology

W12—Advanced Composites II

Modulus Properties of Triaxially Braided Carbon Fiber/Epoxy Spars (315) 2304S. Petrie, University of Massachusetts at LowellJ. M. Veilleux, Composite Engineering, Inc.PEEK/Carbon Fiber Composites: An Evaluation of Particle Size and Processing Methodon Composite Properties (26) 2309T. A. Bullions, J. Morin, R. H. Mehta, A. C. Loos, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityBehaviour of Fibre-Bearing Syntactic Foams in Compression and Flexure (517) 2314C. S. Karthikeyan, Kishore, Indian Institute of ScienceMechanical Properties of Glass Fiber Composites with an Epoxy Resin Modified by aLiquid Crystalline Epoxy (525) 2319P. Punchaipetch, W. Brostow, N. A. D'Souza, M. Jaklewwicz, P. Montemartini, University of North TexasJ. T. Smith, Sr., Department of Industrial TechnologyEffect of Glass Fiber Sizing Molecular Weight on Interphase Durability of Glass Fiber-VinylEster Composites (587) 2324R. L. Gorowara, R. L. McCullough, University of DelawareS. H. McKnight, U.S. Army Research LabFoamed Polymer Sandwich Composites Reinforced with Three-Dimensional Filler (66) 2329Y. Yuan, F. Shutov, Tennessee Technological University

W31—Resin Transfer Molding

•Enzymatic Template Synthesis of Processable Polyphenol (383) 2336F. F. Bruno, J. S. Sidhartha, L. Samuelson, U.S. Army Soldier, Biological, Chemical CommandR. Nagarajan, K. Yang, J. Kumar, S. Tripathy, University of Massachusetts at Lowell

•A Geometry-Based Model for Determining the Filling Time in Resin Transfer Molding Process (363) 2341F. Soltani, S. Manoochehri, Stevens Institute of Technology

•A Rapid Method for Prediction of the Vent Locations in Resin Transfer Molding Process (364) 2346F. Soltani, S. Manoochehri, Stevens Institute of Technology

•Vibration Assisted Resin Transfer Moulding (VIARTM): A New Alternative Technique toImprove RTM Performance and Part Quality (492) 2351N. G. Pantelelis, A. Bikas, A. E. Kanarachos, National Technical University of Athens

•Non-Isothermal, Non-Newtonian Analysis of Three Dimensional RTM/VARTM ProcessesUsing HP-Adaptive Finite Element Method (398) 2356R. Mayavaram, M. Reddy, The Computational Mechanics Company, Inc.D. Stewart, J. Tolle, Stewart Automotive Research, LLC

•Mold Filling and Curing Analysis in Scrimp (530) 2361H. Yang, L. J. Lee, The Ohio State University

•Wasteless Distribution Medium: A New Development for the Resin Infusion Process (709) 2366T. Wassenberg, W. Michaeli, Institutfiir Kunststoffverarbeitung (IKV)

TH6—Reinforced Thermoplastics II

Crack Propagation in Continuous Glass Fiber/Polypropylene Composites:Matrix Microstructure Effect (303) 2372M. N. Bureau, J. Denault, National Research Council of CanadaF. Perrin, J. I. Dickson, Ecole Polytechnique de MontrealEffect of the Interaction Coefficient in the Prediction of the Fiber Orientation of InjectionMolded Glass Fiber Reinforced Polycarbonate (130) 2377N. M. Neves, A. J. Pontes, A. S. Pouzada, Universidade do Minho

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Filament Winding of Bicomponent Fibers Consisting of Polypropylene and a LiquidCrystalline Polymer (268) 2382J. Huang, P. Rangarajan, J. Sayre, A. C. Loos, D. G. Baird, Virginia Polytechnic Institute

and State UniversityMicrofibrillar Composites with Ultimate Properties (559) 2387M. Sarkissova, M. Soliman, DSM ResearchG. Groeninckx, Catholic University of LeuvenBallistic Impact Resistance of Thermoplastic Composites (533) 2391J. W. Song, U.S. Army Soldier, Biological, Chemical CommandN. Amin, S. Petrie, University of Massachusetts at LowellSorption Properties of PAN/Chitosan Composite Fiber (1009) 2396B. G. Min, C.-W. Kim, S.-C. Lee, Kumoh National University of Technology

TH14—Nanocomposites

Processing and Properties of Polymer Nano-Composites (309) 2402H. Wang, M. Elkovitch, L. J. Lee, K. W. Koelling, The Ohio State UniversityMelt Processed Polymer-Clay Nanocomposites: Properties and Applications (260) 2407S. J. Dahman, RTP CompanyA Fresh Approach of Modified Clays for Polymer/Clay Nanocomposites (248) 2412T.-Y. Tsai, C.-L. Hwang, S.-Y. Lee, Union Chemical LaboratoriesPoly(vinyl alcohol (/Sodium Montmorillonite Nanocomposites (806) 2416C. A. Fonseca, K. E. Strawhecker, E. Manias, I. R. Harrison, The Pennsylvania State University

ALLOYS AND BLENDS DIVISION

M15—Polymer-Polymer Interface and Morphology Development

Experimental Determination and Numerical Modeling of Morphological Development duringInjection Molding of Self-Reinforcing Composites (598) 2422Z. Li, K. A. Narh, New Jersey Institute of TechnologySupercritical Carbon Dioxide Assisted Polymer Blending in Twin-Screw Extrusion:Relations between Morphology Evolution and Mechanical Properties (420) 2427M. D. Elkovitch, L. J. Lee, D. L. Tomasko, The Ohio State UniversityMorphology Identification of a Polymer Blend by Time of Flight Secondary Ion MassSpectrometry (ToF-SIMS) Chemical Imaging (171) 2434J. Feng, C.-M. Chan, L.-T. Weng, The Hong Kong University of Science and TechnologyMorphology Control of Ternary Polymer Blends Using Interfacial Tension (366) 2438M. Lee, C. Tzoganakis, University of WaterlooJ.-M. Kim, LG Chemical Research ParkCompatibilization of PP/HDPE Blends: Morphology and Interfacial Tension (334) 2443A. M. Catelli de Souza, N. R. Demarquette, Sao Paulo UniversityInterfacial Adhesion in Thermoplastic/LCP Blends (641) 2448A. I. Isayev, N. Shah, University of Akron

M32—Polymer Blends: Miscible, Immiscible and Compatibilized Systems

A Miscibility Study of LDPE/LLDPE Blends at Elevated Temperatures Using IGC (810) 2454M. D. L. V. Silveira, P. Choi, University of AlbertaPreparation of Microporous Films from Immiscible Blends via Melt Processing (538) 2458C. Chandavasu, M. Xanthos, K. K. Sirkar, C. G. Gogos, New Jersey Institute of TechnologyThe Effect of Feed Particle Size on the Characteristic Size Scales for a MiscibleSAN/PMMA Blend (160) 2463H. E. Burch, C. E. Scott, Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyNew Compatibilizers for Styrenic/Olefinic Blends (669) 2468A. J. Uzee, Dexco Polymers, a Dow/Exxon PartnershipBlends of Poly(ethene-co-octene) Elastomers (197) 2474H. Tang, C. L. Beatty, University of Florida

W15—Polymer Blends: Characterization of Performance I

Assessment of Opportunities to Produce Distributed Multilayer Film Microstructures inThermoplastic Blends by Chaotic Mixing (894) 2480O. Kwon, D. A. Zumbrunnen, Clemson University

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Characterization of Polyethylene Blends by Using Novel Techniques Such as the SuccessiveSelf-Nucleation and Annealing (SSA) and the Fourier Self-Deconvolution IRSpectroscopy (FSD-IR) (231) 2485J. D. Sierra, S. Ospina, N. Montoya, Instituto de Capacitacion e Investigacion del Pldstico y del CauchoM. del Pilar Noriega, T. A. Osswald, University of Wisconsin-MadisonCarbon Black (CB) Distribution in Binary Immiscible Polymer Blends (170) 2490J. Feng, C.-M. Chan, The Hong Kong University of Science and TechnologyIn-Situ Production of Electrically Conductive Fibres in Polyaniline-SBS Blends (518) 2495R. H. Cruz-Estrada, M. J. Folkes, Brunei UniversityIsolating the Effect of Reaction on the Phase Inversion of Model PA/PS Blends (564) 2500N. D. B. Lazo, C. E. Scott, Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyImpact Modification of Nylon 6,6 Resins with Functional Polyolefin Modifiers Based onConventional and Metallocene Backbone Resins (851) 2505N. R. Dharmarajan, T. C. Yu, J. R. Schauder, L. G. Kaufman, Exxon Chemical Company

W34—Polymer Blends: Characterization of Performance II

Microstructure and Electrical Conductivity of BR/EPDM/Carbon Black Blends (626) 2514R. I.-G. Oliverio, S. Rodriguez-Fernandez, L. F. Ramos-De Valle, Centro de Investigacion

en Quimica Aplicada (CIQA)Surface Enrichment in Polymer Blends Involving Hydrogen Bonding (442) 2518Y. Duan, E. M. Pearce, Polytechnic UniversityLCP Droplet Deformation in Fiber Spinning of Self-Reinforced Composites (134) 2523C. H. Song, A. I. Isayev, University of AkronA Study on the Poly(ethylene naphthalate)/Poly(ethylene terephthalate)-Poly(ethylene naphthalate)Copolymer Blends (506) 2528W. Kim, H.-J. Kang, Dankook UniversityInvestigation of the Phase Behavior of Blends of Poly(benzoyl paraphenylene) andVarious Thermoplastics (697) 2532Y.-H. Ha, C. E. Scott, E. L. Thomas, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

TH3—Polyolefin Blends: Performance Enhancements

•Determination of Solvent Independent Interaction Parameters for the HDPE/LDPE Blend byan Improved Inverse Gas Chromatographic Approach (809) 2540L. Zhao, P. Choi, University of Alberta

•Rheological and Blown Film Characterization of Binary Blends ofMetallocene-Catalyzed LLDPEs (217) 2545R. K. Krishnaswamy, D. C. Rohlfing, B. E. Hauger, Phillips Petroleum Company

•Flexible Polyolefins and Low Density Polyethylene Blends for Film Extrusion Applications (63) 2550M. M. Castillo, S. J. Grossman, University of Massachusetts at Lowell

•A Study of Surface Haze Formation in Polypropylene/Acrylic Alloys (266) 2555S. P. Bistany, D. Dong, C. Y. Han, L. A. Struzik, M. D. Wolkowicz, Montell Polyolefins

VOLUME III—SPECIAL AREAS

COLOR AND APPEARANCE DIVISION

M1—Color and Appearance I

Digital Color Communication for Supply Chain Management: The Latest TechnologicalAdvancements to Impact the Plastics Industry (616) 2562P. D. Ruggerio, Datacolor InternationalMeasuring Frosted Glass Effects for Plastics: A Closer Look at One Frosting Agent (681) 2567T. Phillips, M.A. Hanna ColorUsing CMM Data to Quantify Sink Marks (813) 2572K. Horton, M. Keil, P. Engelmann, D. Lyth, Western Michigan UniversityM. Monfore, Ralston Foods

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