Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Fatigue Resistance",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Engineeringtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Metal substitutes cut manufacturing costs from
Lati Industria Termoplastici, which we summarised at the time by saying "The good processibility of the polymers means that components can be manufactured in a single injection moulding process, which leads to significant manufacturing cost
reductions".
A couple of weeks before,
we featured the news release Thermoplastic cuts costs for USB connectors from
Victrex USA: "Substituting Victrex Peek polymer for metal gives InnoDisk us greater design flexibility and a shorter time to market for its USB drive connectors".
In October 2007, we covered the news from Stock Drive Products/Sterling Instrument
concerning its S50HAWM and S50HAA
- take a look at Helical couplings offer fastening options
which says: "Sterling Instrument helical couplings adapt to both high and low-speed applications with a high level of fatigue resistance".
Take a look also at the news release from DSM Engineering Plastics, Thermoplastics stay waterproof but breathable,
as well as Sealing products handle tough environments from Moontown,
and Glass fibre demonstrated at French show from Owens Corning.
See also:
Glass fibre reinforcement resists heat
(April 2007)
The low outgassing of PerforMax SP chopped strands means cleaner moulds and therefore less downtime for mould cleaning, as well as reduced cycle time and improved part surface aesthetics
Engineering company benefits from composite use
(February 2007)
Vistagy is growing thanks to rapid growth in the civil and regional aircraft manufacturing industry, coupled with unprecedented demand for carbon-fibre composite material
More options in thermoplastic reinforcement
(October 2006)
High performance thermoplastic reinforcements offer lower outgasing, enhanced hydrolysis resistance and other mechanical properties
Materials support trends in handset design
(September 2006)
Resins deliver significantly higher levels of impact strength compared with conventional GF-reinforced polycarbonate materials at comparable stiffness levels
Stainless strip steel adds extra strength
(September 2006)
A new high efficiency, low energy and more environmentally friendly linear compressor uses the enhanced materials properties of Hiflex stainless strip steel
Composites, adhesives and tooling on show
(August 2006)
Industrial structural composites, adhesives and tooling materials will be on show from Huntsman Advanced Materials at Composites Europe 2006 in Germany
Software analyses full system performance
(June 2006)
Software provides an advanced and unified modelling environment, integrating all the required model creation and simulation tools to perform accurate system-level performance analyses
Chains - the workhorses of industry
(May 2006)
Chain is possibly the most hard working and ubiquitous mechanical engineering component that is employed right across industry for driving, lifting and conveying
Properly specified chains last longer
(May 2006)
Too many engineers are selecting chain according to the wrong criteria and are ending up with a product that is destined to either premature wear, or even failure, as a result
Polymer cuts refrigerator energy consumption
(April 2006)
Using polymer for a discharge valve, appliance maker increases the advantages of a linear compressor, reducing refrigerator energy consumption by more than 30%
Flexible couplings feature one-piece construction
(September 2005)
A new series of flexible helical couplings feature one-piece anodised aluminium construction with set screw type or integral clamp split-hub type designs for fastening to both shafts
Reinforced resin takes the knocks in handsets
(September 2005)
Amoi Electronics designed its new M60 multimedia cellphone to deliver outstanding aesthetics, durability and reliability, even under the roughest of handling conditions
Clinch nuts and studs go off-road in new Discovery
(September 2005)
Land-Rover has specified more than 320 of Profil's clinch nuts and studs in the assembly of its latest generation, T5 platform Discovery vehicles
Thermoplastic lightens the load of yacht rigging
(August 2005)
Using Victrex Peek has enabled Harken to produce bearings that are 30% lighter than conventional stainless steel bearings
Extruded bushes help chain last longer
(June 2005)
Renold's A and S brand of roller chain has been upgraded to enhance its wear and fatigue resistance and to improve its all round durability
Belt drive systems offer efficiency opportunities
(May 2005)
Power transmission specialist Bryan Burton explains how the right specification for belt drive systems can deliver a similar gain in efficiency as upgrading to an Eff1 electric motor from an Eff2
Polymer bush chain operates without lubrication
(March 2005)
Renold Chain has extended its Syno range of lubrication-free chains with the development of a polymer bush chain, for heavy-duty applications, that requires no lubrication at all
Engineering coatings - not just icing on the cake
(March 2005)
Keith Stevens discusses the surface coatings available to engineers in their search to reduce component costs and improve performance, and reviews applications and the selection process
Surface coating - how to engineer a silk purse
(March 2005)
Keith Stevens looks at ways that engineers can reduce the cost of components without affecting their performance
Pierce fastening technology speeds car assembly
(August 2004)
BMW Group is just one company to harness the advantages of pierce fastening, having specified more than 70 examples of Profil fasteners in the production of its new Mini
Chain toughens up for oil and gas drilling
(May 2004)
Diamond Coiled Tubing Injector Chain has been designed with several special features specifically for the rigours of the oil and gas prospecting industry
Structural adhesives hit the road
(February 2004)
Plexus structural adhesives are used extensively by automotive, rail, bus, coach and truck companies
High strength steels help reinvent the wheel
(November 2003)
A novel design of off-highway wheel disc has been developed by GKN Wheels, Corus and SSAB Swedish Steel, using high strength steels that are up to four times stronger than ordinary mild steel
Simulator optimises real-life performance
(November 2003)
LMS Virtual.Lab offers an integrated software suite to simulate the performance of mechanical systems on attributes such as noise and vibration, durability, ride and handling and dynamic motion
Polyamide bearing cages 'come of age'
(June 2003)
Because reliability of the cage is so crucial in ensuring dependable bearing operation, engineers have for years 'played safe' in the majority of applications
Composite provides super integrated door module
(April 2003)
Verton MFX long-glass-fibre-reinforced polypropylene composite is central to the 'first of its type' door module carrier in the all new Mazda 6 series mid-size car launched in Europe in January 2003
Shot peening workshop heads to Europe
(March 2003)
The Shot Peening Workshop, held annually in the USA, will be making its first appearance in Europe at the Scandic Copenhagen Conference Centre on 26th and 27th May 2003
Fasteners put Mini assembly in the fast lane
(October 2002)
When engineers at BMW Group set about designing the Mini, they looked for fastening solutions that provided greater benefits than simple rivet or weld type fixings
Polymer provides base for connector mouldings
(September 2002)
Greene, Tweed and Co has specified Victrex Peek-HT high-temperature polymer as the base for its Arlon 2000 used in its 8-pin SealConnect connector mouldings
Cable tie is solution for outdoor applications
(August 2002)
The Dura-Ty cable tie from Panduit has been designed for outdoor applications that require strength and durability
Larger bore for filters
(August 2002)
Parker Filter Division Europe has extended its Advantage PFA fluoropolymer single cartridge filter vessels series with the introduction of a new 20in version
Polymer is hot stuff at high temperatures
(July 2002)
Peek-HT polymer is a novel high-performance material developed for applications that demand superior higher temperature resistance
Polymer replaces magnesium alloy in aircraft seats
(June 2002)
Victrex Peek polymer has replaced a magnesium alloy in a range of functional seat components for both commercial and military aircraft
Polymer selected for latest heart valve frame
(April 2002)
AorTech International has concluded a long-term supply agreement with Invibio, for the supply of Peek-Optima polymer