Kimberly Charlton  with   Eric Baer  ( Macromolecular Sci.)

(Don Schuele – physics co-advisor)

Effect of Orientation on Structure-Property Relationships of PEBAX/PP Microlayered Films

 The purpose of the project is to study the effects of orientation on the structure-property relationships of PEBAX/PP microlayered films.  The films will be oriented using the Instron testing machine, and their structure will be studied using the optical microscope and x-ray diffraction techniques.  In addition, the differential scanning calorimeter may be used to determine some physical properties of the films.  The mechanical properties of the films after orientation will be studied using the tensile test, also done in the Instron.  The goal will then be to draw connections between the changes in structure due to orientation and the changes in mechanical properties that result.  To the degree that time permits, the effects of layer thickness and of sequential biaxial orientation will also be examined.