The guide has been produced, in conjunction with an industrial consortium of thermal analysis equipment manufacturers, material suppliers, composite and adhesive end-users, and universities. For each technique measurement issues are discussed, critical test parameters identified, and a recommended procedure presented. The processing, performance and degradation of composites and adhesives can all be assessed by changes in Tg. The Guide provides demonstrations of the application of thermal analysis techniques to each of these areas.
Guidance is provided on the selection of techniques for thermal analysis.
The findings in the Guide have contributed to the development of ISO standards on the three techniques considered.