Drobny J.G. Radiation Technology for Polymers

Second Edition. - CRC Press, 2010. - 310 p.
Since the publication of the previous edition, many technological developments have taken place, new applications and products have been developed and commercialized, and some already established ones have been discontinued. This book updates changes, trends, and general issues in radiation technology. It presents vital, cutting-edge information to aid further reduction of volatile organic compounds and toxic substances in the environment, develop alternative sources of energy, and harness energy in both medical and industrial applications. The author considers novel uses of UV/EB technology in:
- Equipment and instrumentation developments in automotive, electronics, and wood-processing industries
- Applications used in waterborne coatings and adhesives, film modifications, high-performance coatings, and inkjet technology
- Processing of coatings, paints, inks, and adhesives, as well as thermoplastics and elastomers in film, sheet, and other forms
This reference discusses new uses for UV and EB irradiation, the response of polymers to irradiation, tests related to dosimetry and radiometry, and related safety and hygiene. It is also fortified with new problems and worked solutions, as well appendices with supplementary information on equipment manufacturers, raw materials suppliers, and principles of green chemistry and sustainability.Contents
Introduction
Basic Concepts
Review of Radiation Science and Technology
UV and Visible Radiation
Ionizing Radiation
Comparison of UV and EB Processes
UV and EB Curing Equipment
UV Curing Equipment
Electron Beam Curing Equipment
Equipment and Technology
UV Radiation Processes
Basic Concepts
Photoinitiators and Photosensitizers
Kinetics of Photoinitiated Reactions
Chemical Systems in UV Processing
Photo-Cross-Linking of Polymers
Electron Beam ProcessesRadiation Cross-Link Promoters
Retardants of Radiation Cross-Linking
Electron Beam Processing of Plastics
Electron Beam Processing of Elastomers
Electron Beam Processing of Liquid Systems
Grafting and Other Polymer Modifications
Coating Methods Used in UV/EB Technology
Roll Coating
Curtain Coating
Spray Application
Dip Coating
Flow Coating
Spin Coating
Rod Coating
Vacuum Coating
Applications of UV Radiation
UV Curing of Coatings and Paints
UV Curing of Adhesives
UV Cured Silicone Release Coatings
Spot Curing
UV Curing in Printing and Graphic Arts
Rapid Prototyping
UV Powder Coatings
Other Applications for UV Curing
Automotive Applications
Production of Composites by UV Radiation
Hydrogels
Applications of Electron Beam Radiation
Electron Beam Process in Wire and Cable Technology
Electron Beam Process in Tire Technology
Electron Beam Process in the Manufacture of Polyolefin Foams
Electron Beam Process in the Production of Heat-Shrinkable Materials
Electron Beam Process in Coatings, Adhesives, Paints, and Printing Inks
Dosimetry and Radiometry
EB Dosimetry
UV Radiometry
Safety and Hygiene
UV Equipment Health and Safety
EB Equipment Health and Safety
Chemical Hazards
Recent Developments and Trends
Current Trends in Equipment and Chemistry
Emerging Technologies and Applications
Glossary
Appendices