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Radiation chemistry of poly(methacrylates). [Comparison of uv,. gamma. , electron]

Journal Article · · IBM J. Res. Dev.; (United States)
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1147/rd.212.0121· OSTI ID:7112869

An experimental study comparing radiation-induced degradation of poly(methacrylates) from ultraviolet, gamma-ray (/sup 60/Co), and electron-beam irradiation is presented. Analytical techniques used include mass spectroscopy, low-temperature electron paramagnetic resonance, and infrared spectrometry. The poly(methacrylate) polymers investigated are poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA), poly(t-butyl methacrylate) (PBMA), poly(methacrylic acid) (PMA), and poly(methacrylic anhydride) (PMA AN). All are shown to exhibit scission of the main chains and removal of the side groups when irradiated. 11 figures.

Research Organization:
IBM Research Div. Lab., San Jose, CA
OSTI ID:
7112869
Journal Information:
IBM J. Res. Dev.; (United States), Journal Name: IBM J. Res. Dev.; (United States) Vol. 21:2; ISSN IBMJA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English