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Article: Electron beam processing of elastomers.
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- Rubber World
- Article date:
- July 1, 2005
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Electron beam radiation is an ionizing type of radiation that is capable of introducing profound changes of organic matter. It affects the electron shells of atoms without having any significant effects on their nuclei. Radiation crosslinking of polymers by electron beam is a continuous process, which accomplishes a variety of reactions in a fraction of a second. It has been used in the crosslinking and modification of polymers for several decades successfully. Its major advantages are a high speed of conversion, cleanliness and very accurate process control. The objective of this article is to review the chemistry, equipment, processes, applications and the newest ...