Effects of Prestrain on the Nonlinear Viscoelastic Properties of a Model Sealant

What is it about?

Sealants are used to minimize the intrusion of moisture and air into a wide range of structures like buildings, vehicles, boats, etc. The mechanical behavior of a sealant is critical to its proper performance, but measuring this behavior is complicated. This paper provides a detailed study of some important complications to support a development of a standardized test method.

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