(5). a) What are sheet-molding compounds (SMC)? Bulk-molding compounds (BMC)? Sheet-molding compound (SMC) is a fiber glass reinforced thermosetting compound in sheet form‚ usually rolled into coils interleaved with plastic film to prevent auto adhesion. Made by dispensing mixed resin‚ fillers‚ maturation agent‚ catalyst and mold release agent onto two moving sheets of polyethylene film. The lower one also contains chopped glass roving or glass mat. SMC can be molded into complex shapes
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Individual Discussion Spectroscopy Dry Lab Lab Section M5 - Group 6 January 24‚ 2015 Discussion In this laboratory assignment‚ the spectroscopy data and molecular formula were given for 3 unknowns. An effort was made to conclusively identify these unknown samples using only the spectroscopy data‚ specifically 1H-NMR‚ 13C-NMR‚ and IR spectroscopy. Although mass spectrometry was given for the samples as well‚ its use was suggested only for confirmation‚ not identification‚ of the unknowns
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Vietnam Tourism Industry Forecast to 2012 Mar 11‚ 2009 Since the opening of its economy to the world markets in the 1990s‚ Vietnam’s travel and tourism sector has experienced unprecedented growth. Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Vietnam Tourism Industry Forecast to 2012" report to their offering. Since the opening of its economy to the world markets in the 1990s‚ Vietnam’s travel and tourism sector has experienced unprecedented growth. In 2008‚ the tourism industry generated
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CURRENT MACROECONOMIC SITUATION AND FORECAST - iTALY (Seminar work) In view of current economic situation in European Union I choose for my seminar work Italy‚ which is one of the most affected countries by financial crisis. Coupled with three more southern European states that are known by term PIGS. First time became this unflattering term in 1990s as name of countries with similar economic environments and it originally referred to the economies of Portugal‚ Italy‚ Greece and Spain
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Rocketing Oil Prices - a ‘Stealth Threat’ to Shipping Industry The extraordinary rise in oil prices has an indelible impact on many industries. Being an activity that depends greatly on oil‚ shipping has not escaped this development. Shipping is a crucial facilitator of much of the world’s trade; hence‚ the rising cost of shipping as a result of the rise in oil prices is naturally a matter of great concern to the industry and beyond. Shipping companies are decidedly edgy to market trends
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Gary Luedecke and Molly Alexander co-owners of The Owl and G&M Dry Goods‚ are at the forefront of Elgin’s downtown revitalization‚ bringing name recognition almost as formidable as the acts with which Luedecke once toured. “I’m just the muscles and heavy lifting side of the business‚” said Luedecke of his contribution to their businesses. That comment‚ more than anything‚ represents his self-deprecating sense of humor. On any given weekend you’ll find him finishing‚ refinishing‚ assembling‚ or
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In A Dream Deferred‚ by Langston Hughes‚ the quote “Does it dry up like a raisin in the sun?” best fits Gatsby’s tragic dream of getting Daisy (Huges 2). Jay met Daisy Fay when he was stationed in Louisville before going to fight in WWI. Gatsby fell in love with Daisy and the wealth she represents‚ but he had to leave for the war and by the time he returned to the US in 1919. Determined to get her back‚ Gatsby ignores the fact she has been married to Tom for three years and has a child. However
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473 Free Radical Polymerization of Styrene using Solution Process and Bulk Process Date: 1/17/2012 Introduction: This lab was designed to demonstrate the free radical polymerization of styrene using solution process and bulk process. It demonstrates specifically with the polymerization of styrene monomer to form polystyrene (PS). This lab was also intended to show the difference between solution process and bulk process and how it affects the yield and appearance of the final product
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recognized as a significant factor of the world’s manufacturing sector. As this is so‚ there is a global demand for this commodity. Ship being the suitable mode of transportation for this commodity‚ it has being categorized among the group of major bulk cargo. Coal has a stowage factor that varies between 1.00 and 1.40 cubic metres per tonne. Being that coal is of global importance the production of the commodity has to be extensive hence the massive production centres such as; Australia‚ Russian
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Eurasia International is a wholly owned subsidiary with a mandate to operate as a competitive third party ship manager. It provides suite of services that covers end-to-end solution for the shipping industry. As highlighted in this case report‚ the key issue confronting Eurasia International is being able to maintain the necessary HR focus while controlling the ship’s cost structure‚ staying in tune with customer requirements and anticipating the competition. The company’s mantra of success is “Being
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