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The existing models for predicting the elastic moduli of polymers dispersed with particles of shape other than spheres and continuous fibres are reviewed. The applicability and limitation of these equations are discussed. The emphasis of the review is to seek a unified understanding and approach to the effect of particle shape at finite concentration on the elastic moduli, thermal expansion coefficient, stress concentration factor, viscoelastic relaxation modulus and creep compliance of filled polymers. The effects of anisotropic particle shape on mechanical properties of polymeric composites are clearly illustrated. Attention is also drawn to the relationship between elastic moduli, thermal expansion, creep elongation and stress relaxation moduli.
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Chow, T.S. The effect of particle shape on the mechanical properties of filled polymers. J Mater Sci 15, 1873–1888 (1980). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00550613
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