Analytical Methods for Polymers and Polymer Fibres

Abstract

This paper gives a general overview of analytical methods for investigating polymers and fibres. As well as methods of thermal analysis, such as DSC, TMDSC, TGA and DMA, physical measurement techniques such as wide-angle X-ray diffraction, rheometry and pycnometry are also described. A chemical testing procedure – Karl Fischer titration – is also discussed. In addition, optical investigations such as electron microscopy are presented.