Abstract
Polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) has been irradiated by 365 nm UV wavelength at different exposition times in air and room temperature. The macromolecular modifications induced in the polymer have been investigated using attenuated total reflectance (ATR) coupled to Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, UV-Visible spectroscopy, surface profiler, wetting ability, and electronic microscopy. The observed chemical, optical and morphological changes occurred as a consequence of the UV irradiation suggest that chain scissions are induced by the UV radiations, with reduction of the IR and visible transmittance, wetting ability and surface roughness. The study of the degradation of PMMA by different times of exposure to UV radiation is investigated with the aim of understanding the effects produced over time on optical devices such as intraocular lenses, optical fibres, protective screens, and instrumental lenses.
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