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Title: Cure shrinkage in casting resins

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/1170250· OSTI ID:1170250
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  1. Sandia National Lab. (SNL-NM), Albuquerque, NM (United States)

A method is described whereby the shrinkage of a casting resin can be determined. Values for the shrinkage of several resin systems in frequent use by Sandia have been measured. A discussion of possible methods for determining the stresses generated by cure shrinkage and thermal contraction is also included.

Research Organization:
Sandia National Lab. (SNL-NM), Albuquerque, NM (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA)
DOE Contract Number:
AC04-94AL85000
OSTI ID:
1170250
Report Number(s):
SAND2015-0791R; 562644
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English