Plastic Integral Hinges; Design, Processing, and Failure Analysis

摘要

This paper addresses the design issues and processing conditions that affect the performance of integral hinges. For example, the relation between the material properties and the design of the hinge is addressed. An answer will be given to the question "why does the increase in the melt temperature improve the performance of hinges?" Some case studies of failed hinges are discussed to practically show the effect of processing, material, and design on hinges performance. Microscopy was used to investigate the failure mechanism of these hinges.