Long term water uptake of a low density polyvinyl chloride foam and its effect on the foam microstructure and mechanical properties

• Long term water absorption of a PVC foam was investigated. • Tensile and compressive properties of a water-immersed PVC foam were investigated. • Mechanical degradation was reflected in the elastic modulus and plasticization. • Even for 1 year of immersion, the foam damaged was only superficial....
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• Long term water absorption of a PVC foam was investigated. • Tensile and compressive properties of a water-immersed PVC foam were investigated. • Mechanical degradation was reflected in the elastic modulus and plasticization. • Even for 1 year of immersion, the foam damaged was only superficial. Ausführliche Beschreibung