Microstructure and orientation evolution of microinjection molded β‐nucleated isotactic polypropylene/poly(ethylene terephthalate) blends

Abstract The influence of different shear stresses induced by changing injection molding speeds on molecular chain orientation and lamellar branching of β‐nucleated iPP/poly(ethylene terephthalate) (PET) microparts was investigated using two‐dimensional wide‐angle X‐ray diffraction and 2D‐small‐angle X‐ray scattering. Results indicated that the prevailing shear stress can promote the formation of parent–daughter α‐crystal structure and twisted …