Abstract

A comprehensive research program has been completed to evaluate the effects of chemical and gamma-irradiation environments on the mechanical properties of crosslinked high-density polyethylene. The studies included uniaxial creep tests and crack initiation and crack propagation studies in statically-stressed U-bend samples. From the results obtained standard testing protocols were recommended for quantifying the various failure modes which could be present in this material during service as a low-level waste container. 24 refs., 66 figs., 20 tabs.

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