Design Domain (Resit) by Mayata, Zakayi 1 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki en-us 2023-07-05 13:19:11 UTC 2023-08-04 09:57:35 UTC hello@padlet.com Hot melting Adhesive zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2638836052 Glue Gun Sticks,

A glue gun stick is a type of solid adhesive that's used for a various temperature of glue guns. Hot glue sticks are made by combining polymers and additives. The molten mixture is then shaped, cooled, and cut to size.

There are many types of glue gun sticks which requires different temperatures to melt. Although most of them can be melted using low temperature due the materials used through the process of their making.

Low Strength glue sticks- low glue guns must be used with low temperatures glue sticks, which are specifically formulated for melting at lower temperature making them fabric safe. These sticks range in ranking from 0-20 and they are not meant for any heavy-duty use. They can easily be broken if too much pressure is applied and they don’t usually work well with high heat. These types of glue sticks would be good for things such as crafts, scrapbooking, and lightweight paper projects. 

Medium strength Glue sticks- These sticks range in ranking from 20-50 and they are good for most lighter-duty household repair or craft projects where you need a little bit more oomph than the lower strength ones can give. These types of adhesives work well with high heat but it’s not ideal to use them on surfaces that get exposed to extreme conditions often such as outdoor signs or anything used in an area near a fireplace or ovens.

High strength glue sticks- This is the highest level of adhesive power that hot glue sticks come with and they rank anywhere from 50 up to 90+. The higher number means stronger hold so if you have something tough like wood then go ahead and pick up one that’s in this range. They work well with high heat and won’t melt if exposed to them for too long.]]> 2023-07-05 14:05:16 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2638836052 Superglue zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2647268795 super glue are a part of the cyanoacrylate family. A strong, and fast bonding adhesive. Cyanoacrylate can bond with many substances, including human skin and tissues, natural fibres, cotton, wool, and leather. Making them the perfect type of adhesive for our everyday uses. I have seen many people use superglue to glue their new nails on, some have even went as far to use it to bong their skin together after suffering a minor cut.

Advantages
  • Ease of use. Unlike two-part epoxies, there is no complicated mixing required. Just squirt a small amount of the glue onto the surface you want to bond with another.
  • Strength. Its tensile strength is comparable to that of epoxies and polyurethane products.
  • Versatility. Super glues are compatible with most materials, both porous and non-porous.
  • Short work time. In general, no clamping is required with Super Glue. Just hold the two objects you are joining in place for a few minutes and they will be set.

Disadvantages
  • Expense. Cyanoacrylate is substantially more expensive compared to other glues. It isn’t prohibitive for small repairs, but it does mean that you will want to opt for an alternative like wood glue rather than Super Glue if you are framing an entire timber house.
  • Unable to fill gaps. For cyanoacrylate to be its most effective, you’ll want to spread it in a thin layer to bond two surfaces that fit tightly together. If the gap between the surfaces is irregular, an epoxy or other adhesive that also works as a filler is a better option.
  • Short work time. Yes, short work time can be an advantage but it can also be a disadvantage. You won’t have much of a window to get your object located exactly where you want it before cyanoacrylate begins to harden.
  • Low ductility. Although it forms very strong bonds, cyanoacrylate is not very durable or tough—that is, it risks shattering if hit with a fast impact. Think about wood and glass. Wood may bend over time under consistent, heavy compression, but if you hit it with a sledge hammer, it won’t shatter. Glass, on the other hand, will not bend under compression, but it may shatter at impact. Like glass, cyanoacrylate adhesives are strong under compression, but they aren’t tough compared to other adhesives. They’re brittle, and may shatter.  
]]> 2023-07-18 15:16:20 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2647268795 PVA Glue zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2647269062 Pva glue is probably the weakest glue manufactures compared to other glue on this topic. The adhesive on it is really low but that is probably due it mixture with water. 
It's ideal for sticking together cardboard, paper, carpets, fabric and other porous materials - and you'll also find specialist PVA wood glue that helps bond chipboard, hardwood, plywood and other wooden materials with ease.

Advantages
The main advantages to using PVA glue are that it is water-based, inexpensive, and works well on porous surfaces like wood, yet can also be used for fragile items like ceramic vases. 
PVA glue is also non-toxic, so it does not have any strong odours, so white PVA glue is widely used in schools. Most types of PVA glue are also easy to clean up since they are water-based, no strong chemicals are needed. 
PVA wood glue dries hard so you can easily sand and paint it for any project. Most PVA glues also won’t yellow or crack over time.

Disadvantages  
The disadvantages of using PVA glue are that you cannot use it outside because it doesn’t hold up in extreme weather conditions. However, some types are slightly water-resistant. 
Drying time can take some time. Some items will need to be clamped or weighed down for at least 30 minutes, while others will need a curing time of up to 24 hours. 
]]> 2023-07-18 15:16:34 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2647269062 Wat is Adhesive? zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2649750085 Adhesive, also known as glue, cement, mucilage, or paste, is any non-metallic substance applied to one or both surfaces of two separate items that binds them together and resists their separation. 

The use of adhesives offers certain advantages over other binding techniques such as sewing, mechanical fastenings, or welding. These include the ability to bind different materials together, the more efficient distribution of stress across a joint, the cost-effectiveness of an easily mechanized process, and greater flexibility in design.

Disadvantages of adhesive use include decreased stability at high temperatures, relative weakness in bonding large objects with a small bonding surface area, and greater difficulty in separating objects during testing.]]> 2023-07-23 15:01:20 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2649750085 Different types of adhesive: zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2649786593
  • Liquid adhesives: These are fluid substances that can be applied in various forms, such as water-based, solvent-based, or reactive adhesives. They are commonly used in woodworking, crafts, and general bonding applications.
  • Hot melt adhesives: These adhesives are solid at room temperature but melt and become fluid when heated. They are commonly used in packaging, product assembly, and certain crafts.
  • Pressure-sensitive adhesives: These adhesives bond when light pressure is applied to them. They are commonly found in adhesive tapes, labels, and sticky notes.
  • Epoxy adhesives: These are two-part adhesives that consist of a resin and a hardener. When mixed, they create a strong, durable bond and are often used in construction, automotive, and industrial applications.
  • Cyanoacrylate adhesives: Also known as super glue, these adhesives bond quickly and strongly with most materials. They are commonly used in household repairs and small-scale applications.
  • Polyurethane adhesives: These adhesives provide strong and flexible bonds, making them suitable for various materials, including wood, metal, and plastic.
  • Structural adhesives: These are high-strength adhesives used in load-bearing applications, such as in construction, aerospace, and automotive industries.



    • ]]>     2023-07-23 18:33:10 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2649786593     Liquid based adhesive: Acrylic based adhesive zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2649828357 Acrylic-based adhesive refers to a type of adhesive that is composed primarily of acrylic polymers. Acrylic adhesives are known for their versatility, excellent bonding properties, and resistance to environmental factors. They are widely used in various industries and applications due to their unique characteristics. 

    Key features and advantages of Acrylic based adhesive:
    1. Versatility: Acrylic adhesives can bond to a wide range of substrates, including metals, plastics, glass, wood, and more.

    2. Strong bonding: They offer good adhesion strength, creating durable and long-lasting bonds.

    3. Temperature resistance: Acrylic adhesives generally have good temperature resistance, allowing them to perform well in both high and low-temperature environments.

    4. UV resistance: Many acrylic adhesives exhibit excellent resistance to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, making them suitable for outdoor applications where exposure to sunlight is a concern.

    5. Chemical resistance: They can withstand exposure to various chemicals and solvents, maintaining their adhesive properties even in challenging environments.

    6. Fast curing: Acrylic adhesives often have relatively quick curing times, enabling faster production and assembly processes]]>     2023-07-23 23:23:09 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2649828357     Birch tree tar zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2650177631 Birch tree tar glue, also known as birch tar adhesive, is a traditional adhesive made from the sap or resinous extract obtained from birch trees. This type of glue has been used for thousands of years by various cultures around the world for various applications, including woodworking, crafting, and even as a primitive method of fletching arrows and assembling tools.

    1. Harvesting the tar: The process begins by collecting the sap or resin from birch trees. The most commonly used birch species for this purpose is the Betula pubescens or Betula pendula.
    2. Heating and refining: The collected sap is heated in a container or pit, typically in the absence of air, to convert it into a sticky, thick substance called birch tar. This process is called pyrolysis, and it helps remove impurities from the sap.
    3. Cooling and storage: After the tar is formed, it is allowed to cool and solidify. It can then be stored for future use.
    4. Application: When needed, the birch tar is heated again to make it pliable and spreadable. It is then applied to the surfaces that need to be bonded together.
    5. Bonding: Birch tar glue forms a strong bond when applied to surfaces and allowed to cool and harden. It can be used for various tasks, including joining wooden pieces, attaching stone or bone tips to arrows, or securing other materials in prehistoric toolmaking.

    Birch tar glue has some advantages, such as being relatively easy to make from natural and locally available materials. However, it also has limitations compared to modern synthetic adhesives. It may not be as strong or durable as contemporary glues, and its performance can vary depending on the quality of the tar and the specific application.


    In modern times, synthetic adhesives have largely replaced traditional birch tar glue due to their consistent quality, superior bonding properties, and ease of use. However, some traditional craftsmen and hobbyists still use birch tar glue for historical re-enactments, experimental archaeology, or to connect with ancient craft techniques.
    ]]>     2023-07-24 10:50:48 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2650177631     zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2650918585 This topic was inspired by something that happened to me as a kid. As a kid I used to love climbing trees, most specifically, the mango trees. Once while climbing, I came across a branch that was exposed, and it had this sap leaking from it. I unknowingly grabbed onto it on my way down. Not knowing what it was, I wiped it off my shirt. As the day went by, the sap started bonding with my palm, making it stickier. When I noticed it again, I tried wiping it off with a paper towel, this the paper towel got stuck on my palm. Using this know memory, I want to research more into the world of adhesive. How does it work? What different types of adhesive are there? The difference between natural and manufactures adhesive? What other materials that can be used as adhesive? ]]> 2023-07-25 14:03:48 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2650918585 zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2650920048 2023-07-25 14:06:57 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2650920048 Can Mango tree sap be used as glue? zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2650970502 The answer is yes, mango tree sap can be used as a natural glue or adhesive in certain situations. However, it's important to note that the adhesive properties of mango sap are relatively weak compared to commercial glues, so it is best suited for simple, non-structural applications.

    1. Collect the Sap: Carefully make small cuts or incisions on the mango tree bark to collect the sap. You can use a clean knife or blade to make these cuts. Be sure not to harm the tree excessively or cut too deep into the trunk.
    2. Gather the Sap: As the sap oozes out from the cuts, collect it in a small container or jar. Allow the sap to flow and accumulate in the container until you have enough for your glue-making needs.
    3. Prepare the Glue: Once you have collected a sufficient amount of sap, transfer it into a clean, dry container. You can use the sap as it is or add a small amount of water to adjust the consistency if needed. Stir the sap to ensure a uniform texture.
    4. Application: Mango tree sap glue is best used for basic, non-structural purposes, such as for crafts, art projects, or minor repairs. Apply the glue to the surfaces you wish to bond together, and press them firmly to create a bond.
    5. Drying Time: The drying time for mango tree sap glue can vary depending on the thickness of the glue layer and the environmental conditions. Give it some time to dry and set properly.

    ]]>     2023-07-25 15:49:04 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2650970502     What else can be used as glue? zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2650982898 Other than the materials I have researched, there are other substance that can be used to bond things together. Such as acrylic paint, sugar, chewing gum, rice, honey, chocolate spread, wax and plastic.
    Although most of the things listed on this list are not what first comes to mind when one is thinking about glue, however my aim is to show how some of these things can be turned into some form of glue. ]]>     2023-07-25 16:19:33 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2650982898     Honey zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2651009982 Why is honey sticky? 
    Honey is sticky because of hydrogen bonding and viscosity. Hydrogen bonding is when hydrogen molecules in honey are attracted to other molecules, like oxygen on your skin. Viscosity is how thick and slow a liquid is. Honey has a high viscosity because it has a lot of sugar molecules that slow down the water molecules. 

    I found that if one is trying to use honey to bond things, it would be better to use frozen honey or to put the things covered in honey into the freezer. This process will help freeze the molecules within the honey, making it much more stickier and stronger. ]]>     2023-07-25 17:37:25 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2651009982     Rice Glue zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2651010020 rice glue is a gel or liquid adhesive made of a smooth mush of well-cooked white rice, diluted to the desired thickness with water. It has been used since antiquity for various arts and crafts; woodworking and paper. When dried, it is transparent. Rice glue is notable for containing no acids which can degrade the materials it holds together.

    It is still used in modern times to reversibly assemble joints; after it has dried, the glue can be soaked, steamed, or split to re-open the joint; on a small wood joint, the glue is resistant to tens of minutes of water immersion.

    ]]>     2023-07-25 17:37:33 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2651010020     zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655731779 Due it bonding characteristics, honey can be used to bond certain things together. For this experiment I chose to work with paper and fabric. 

    1. Paper: Using the honey, it was easy to bong the papers together. firstly I cover the paper in honey, then I placed the other paper on top to bond both of them. I then left them on my window so the honey can cool down and bond with each paper.

    2. While paper were easy to bond, the fabric in the other hand absorbed the honey. Although the fabric is still sticky, it can't bond with other materials.  ]]>     2023-08-03 22:56:35 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655731779     zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655731928 2023-08-03 22:57:12 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655731928 zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655732106 2023-08-03 22:57:56 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655732106 Pink Honey Glue zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655733578 Now days people are using honey to hold their eyebrows together. The product is selling out because of their ability to bond the eyebrows well and keep them in shape for up to 16 hours. ]]> 2023-08-03 23:03:50 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655733578 chewing gum zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655880363 Chewing gum is mainly made of a synthetic rubber, a type of polymer similar to plastic. 

    Chewing gum can be used as glue, however It can't stay sticky forever. Unlike liquid glue, chewing gum can have dirt settling down on it, reducing it's sticky properties. Also with the application of oil, the chewing gum will come sliding down. 
    The good thing about chewing gum is that when it wet, it quickly bonds with the surface that it's sitting on. ]]>     2023-08-04 03:47:02 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655880363     zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655896463 using the slime that I have created, I tested it on paper, fabrics and Styrofoam. I found out that although the slime was good for gluing things together, but when left out for long, it can become quite solid and losing it stretchiness.]]> 2023-08-04 04:08:28 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655896463 zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655896890 2023-08-04 04:09:02 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655896890 zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655897316 2023-08-04 04:09:36 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655897316 zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655897553 2023-08-04 04:09:55 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655897553 making chewing gum slime zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655900549 2023-08-04 04:14:11 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655900549 zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655925127 2023-08-04 04:59:22 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655925127 zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655926654 2023-08-04 05:03:18 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655926654 zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655926995 2023-08-04 05:04:04 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655926995 zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655928933 While the slime worked well on both paper and the fabric, I found that it does not work quite as well on the Styrofoam. Due it plastic like texture, the slime sits on top of the Styrofoam instead of bonding properly.]]> 2023-08-04 05:09:29 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655928933 zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655929039 2023-08-04 05:09:53 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655929039 chew-it zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655932184 Trying to recreate the same experiment that i used to melt the chewing gum on chew-it was not as successful that i had hoped at first. However with time, the materials began to melt due to the heat and bond with each other because their stickiness. 
    I found out that with chew-it, it's better to leave in siting outside on the heat or put into the microwave to speed up the melting process. However I would only to put into the microwave if you're using this bond ceramics or plastic. ]]>     2023-08-04 05:19:13 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655932184     zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655932264 2023-08-04 05:19:28 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655932264 Acrylic paint zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655935613 During first year, we had a collab project on Anthropocene and I was trying to create a tree using materials that I can find around my home. While trying to add textures onto the tree, I came across this technique that could used to glue things together using acrylic paint. I believe this is possible because the ingredients withing the acrylic paint that makes it possible to bind certain substance together.]]> 2023-08-04 05:28:20 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655935613 How to use: zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655936127 Before you start painting, you will need a plastic bottle or cup, cup water, kitchen towel, one paint brush and any colour paint of your choice. the reason why it's better to use kitchen towel instead toilet instead is because kitchen towel doesn't break easily when it comes to contact with water and that's very important because you need that for the whole process to work. 
    • first, gently place the kitchen towel on the surface of your chosen object.
    • using your brush, paint over the kitchen towel with water to bind the kitchen towel onto your object. it important to understand that this is the most important step of the whole process. Make sure that the patterns that comes out are the ones you are looking before painting over them. 
    • make sure that the kitchen towel is still wet and sticking on the object before painting over it. You want to make sure that the paint and the kitchen towel to dry at the same time to increase the chance of them sticking to your object.
    ]]>     2023-08-04 05:29:34 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655936127     zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655940642 2023-08-04 05:43:17 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655940642 zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655940752 2023-08-04 05:43:35 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2655940752 zmayata11 https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2656033465 2023-08-04 09:57:35 UTC https://padlet.com/zmayata11/e571j858iic18jki/wish/2656033465