The matrix phase microstructure of a glass poly(ethylene terephthalate) injection‐molding compound
- 1 April 1985
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Wiley in Polymer Composites
- Vol. 6 (2) , 87-92
- https://doi.org/10.1002/pc.750060205
Abstract
Microscopic observations of thermoplastic poly(ethylene terephthalate) reinforced with short E‐glass fibers revealed a unique matrix microstructure influenced by the orientation of densely packed glass fibers. The observed platelets tend to surround a fiber in a cylindrical sheath pattern. This observation of the crystalline platelet morphology is possible by the combination of ion‐etching and the shadowing effect of protruding fibers.Keywords
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