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Process for the surface modification of semicrystalline polymers

US4822451A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateApr 27, 1988
Grant dateApr 18, 1989
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Expiry dateApr 27, 2008

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29K2995/0041
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Semicrystalline polymers can have predetermined amounts of their surfaces rendered quasi-amorphous by irradiation. Polymer surfaces which are so modified can display enhanced ability to accept bonding to other materials.

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