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Method for preparing radiation resistant polypropylene articles

US4931230A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 24, 1989
Grant dateJun 5, 1990
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Expiry dateJan 24, 2009

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC08J2323/12
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Irradiated polypropylene articles of non-crystalline mesomorphous polypropylene and a method for preparing the articles are provided. The articles are irradiated with a sterilizing dosage of ionizing radiation. The irradiated articles such as films and blown microfiber webs are substantially undegraded after storage periods of as long as six months.

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