UHMWPE fiber and method to produce
US10132006B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 12, 2013 |
| Grant date | Nov 20, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 24, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T442/607
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Processes for preparing ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene yarns, and the yarns and articles produced therefrom. The surfaces of partially oriented yarns are subjected to a treatment that enhances the surface energy at the fiber surfaces and are coated with a protective coating immediately after the treatment to increase the shelf life of the treatment. The coated, treated yarns are then post drawn to form highly oriented yarns.
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