DOI: https://doi.org/10.36719/2663-4619/114/211-215
Eljan Namazov
Azerbaijan State University of Economics
Master student
https://orcid.org/0009-0009-7908-0413
elcannmzv1@gmail.com
Analysis of the Physical and Chemical Properties of Laminated Glass
Abstract
Laminated glass is an essential material widely used in various fields. It is typically formed by bonding two or more layers of glass with special polymer materials. The primary interlayer bonding materials include polyvinyl butyral (PVB), ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA), and ionoplast resins. Laminated glass has many advantages, such as high mechanical strength, sound and thermal insulation, protection against ultraviolet (UV) radiation, and enhanced safety.
This type of glass possesses high mechanical strength and impact resistance. When broken, its fragments adhere to the interlayer, preventing them from scattering, which enhances safety. The polymer interlayer between the glass layers provides flexibility, making the glass more resistant to external impacts. Laminated glass minimizes heat transfer, contributing to energy efficiency. Additionally, it absorbs sound waves, ensuring acoustic insulation. Depending on the manufacturing process, laminated glass can be highly transparent or produced in various tinted shades.
All these properties make laminated glass a widely used material in construction, the automotive industry, interior design, and other sectors. Its advantages in terms of safety, durability, and aesthetics indicate that this material will continue to have a broad range of applications in the future.
Keywords: material, external impacts, flexibility, polymer layer, sound waves