Journal of Polymer Science · 1958 · 32 citations · 16 references
Natural SciencesMaterials EngineeringMaterials ScienceMaterials ChemistryPolymer ChemistryPolymer MaterialsPolymer AdditivesPolymer PhysicsRadiation Damage In MaterialsRadiation Interaction With MatterRadiation-resistant MaterialsThermosetsCrosslinkingPolymer Radiation AttenuationPolymer Radiation DamageRadiation Chemistry Of PolymersRadiation Cross-linking EffectsRadiation CrosslinkingRadiation-induced DegradationRadiation-induced Free Radicals
Abstract The effect of a range of additives on the crosslinking of rubber by pile radiation has been investigated. Retardation of crosslinking has been correlated with the reactivity of the additive towards free radicals. At least two‐thirds of the crosslinks can be stopped by large amounts of radical acceptor. Preliminary results with a butadiene‐styrene copolymer and with Co‐60 γ‐radiation also indicate the importance of free radicals. Some halogenated compounds increased the degree of crosslinking.
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Maurice L. Huggins · Journal of the American Chemical Society · 1954 · 16.6K citations