Abstract

The influence of beta radiation on the change of structure and selected properties (both mechanical and heat properties) of polymer materials has been proved. Medium and high doses of beta radiation influence both macro-mechanical and thermal properties of polypropylene in a positive as well as negative way. The use of low doses of beta radiation for polypropylene and its influence on the changes of micro, macro mechanical and thermal properties was thoroughly studied. The specimen were produced by injection technology and subjected to low doses of beta radiation of 0, 15 and 33kGy The changes of structure, micro, macro and thermal mechanical properties were evaluated by FTIR, WAXS, DSC, tensile test, impact test, microhardness test and thermomechanical analysis. The results of measurements showed a considerable improvement (threefold) of micro mechanical properties (microhardness) of low beta radiation doses. It was also proved that macro and thermomechanical properties of polypropylene modified by low beta radiation doses improved.

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