ABSTRACT
This chapter overviews some of the most commonly used, and consequently the most useful, adhesion measurement methods. The approach follows that of a
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-type examination in which both the strengths and the weaknesses of each technique are examined, and specific recommendations are made as to which methods are most suitable for which applications. Definition B of the term “adhesion” as presented in the Chapter 1
is assumed throughout. In addition, the discussion is guided by the following criteria for the “ideal” adhesion test:
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Quantitative
: Gives numerical data that can be unambiguously interpreted. Data analysis straightforward and clear.
