The equivalent time temperature method (ETT) is a novel extension of the equivalent time method. ETT is developed in this work to deal with time-temperature shifting of long-term polymer and polymer composite creep data, including the effects of physical aging at nonuniform temperature. Modifications to classical testing methods and protocols are presented to obtain accurate and repeatable data that can support long-term predictions with nonuniform temperature conditions through time. These techniques are used to generate momentary Time temperature superposition (TTSP) master curves, temperature shift factor rates, and aging shift factor rates. Novel interpretation and techniques are presented to deal with the coupled age-temperature behavior over long times. Validation of predictions against over 20,000 Hr of long-term data in field conditions is presented.
Skip Nav Destination
e-mail: ebarbero@wvu.edu
Article navigation
October 2004
Research Papers
Equivalent Time Temperature Model for Physical Aging and Temperature Effects on Polymer Creep and Relaxation
Ever J. Barbero, Professor and Chairman,
e-mail: ebarbero@wvu.edu
Ever J. Barbero, Professor and Chairman
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV 26506-6106
Search for other works by this author on:
Kevin J. Ford, Graduate Research Assistant
Kevin J. Ford, Graduate Research Assistant
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, West Virginia University
Search for other works by this author on:
Ever J. Barbero, Professor and Chairman
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV 26506-6106
e-mail: ebarbero@wvu.edu
Kevin J. Ford, Graduate Research Assistant
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, West Virginia University
Contributed by the Materials Division for publication in the JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGY. Manuscript received by the Materials Division June 21, 2003; revision received February 19, 2004. Associate Editor: A. Sastry.
J. Eng. Mater. Technol. Oct 2004, 126(4): 413-419 (7 pages)
Published Online: November 9, 2004
Article history
Received:
June 21, 2003
Revised:
February 19, 2004
Online:
November 9, 2004
Citation
Barbero, E. J., and Ford, K. J. (November 9, 2004). "Equivalent Time Temperature Model for Physical Aging and Temperature Effects on Polymer Creep and Relaxation ." ASME. J. Eng. Mater. Technol. October 2004; 126(4): 413–419. https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1789956
Download citation file:
Get Email Alerts
Investigating Microstructure and Wear Characteristics of Alloy Steels Used as Wear Plates in Ballast Cleaning Operation in Railways
J. Eng. Mater. Technol (January 2025)
High-Temperature Fatigue of Additively Manufactured Inconel 718: A Short Review
J. Eng. Mater. Technol (January 2025)
Related Articles
The Rate (Time)-Dependent Mechanical Behavior of the PMR-15 Thermoset Polymer at 316 ° C : Experiments and Modeling
J. Pressure Vessel Technol (August,2010)
Modeling Viscoelastic and Viscoplastic Behavior of High Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
J. Eng. Mater. Technol (October,2006)
Bridging Microstructure, Properties, and Processing of Polymer Based Advanced Materials
J. Eng. Mater. Technol (January,2012)
Rate Dependence and Short-Term Creep Behavior of a Thermoset Polymer at Elevated Temperature
J. Pressure Vessel Technol (February,2009)
Related Proceedings Papers
Related Chapters
Advanced PWR Cladding Development through Extensive In-Reactor Testing
Zirconium in the Nuclear Industry: 20th International Symposium
Polycrystalline Simulations of In-Reactor Deformation of Zircaloy-4 Cladding Tubes during Nominal Operating Conditions
Zirconium in the Nuclear Industry: 20th International Symposium
Processing/Structure/Properties Relationships in Polymer Blends for the Development of Functional Polymer Foams
Advances in Multidisciplinary Engineering