Influence of Large Static Deformation on the Dynamic Properties of Polymers Part II. Influence of Carbon Black Loading

Abstract

Abstract The influence of carbon black loading on the dynamic properties of statically deformed elastomers has been investigated. The energy loss per cycle was found to increase according to the square of the strain amplification factor as expressed by the Guth-Gold-Einstein equation. The dynamic complex modulus |E*| is approximately equal to the static modulus obtained from the slope of the static stress-strain curve. The influence of carbon black loading on E* can, therefore, be predicted from its influence on the static stress-strain curve which was found to be governed by the first power of the strain amplification factor. The tangent of the loss angle can thus be predicted from |E*| and the energy loss per cycle. It does not only depend upon the dynamic viscosity of the material; it also depends upon the shape of the stress-strain curve as well.