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Plexiglas: see polyacrylics polyacrylics (pŏl'ēəkrĭl`ĭks), group of thermoplastics that are transparent and highly decorative (see plastic ). ..... Click the link for more information. . Luciteor Plexiglas or PerspexTrademark names of the organic compound polymethyl methacrylate, a synthetic polymer of methyl methacrylate. Colourless and highly transparent, the solid material has high dimensional stability and good resistance to weathering and shock. It is used in aircraft canopies and windows, in boat windshields, and as a general alternative to glass in many applications. An object made of Lucite has the unusual property of keeping a beam of light reflected within its surfaces and thus carrying the beam around bends and corners; Lucite is therefore used in devices for illuminating interior organs during surgery as well as for ornaments, medallions, and lenses. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Campbell has been known to arrive for class in Versace silk shirts and deliver combinations at the barre in three-inch Manolo Blahnik plexiglass heels. Structural analysis of the aerofoil roof form was backed up by extensive wind tunnel testing using a 1:180 scale model made of aluminium and plexiglass. It is safe on a variety of surfaces, including vinyl, Naugahyde, plastics, chrome, stainless steel, plexiglass, walls, and other nonporous surfaces. |
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