Abstract
A model for the large strain deformation of polyethylene under uni-axial tension is described. Based on observations made by other researchers, the model describes hardening at large strains by considering dislocation nucleation and reorientation of slip planes within the crystalline phase. The temperature and strain-rate sensitivity of this behaviour are predicted with reasonable accuracy in a pipe-grade high-density polyethylene. The model has only three adjustable parameters which are the crystal shear modulus, the Young's modulus and a critical dislocation length.
Full Text 
Sign-in/Register to access full text options
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Paper version not known
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a call
