Abstract
Abstract Effects on elastomeric materials of exposure to outer space and to other high vacuum environments are reviewed. Applications and requirements of elastomers for space vehicles and vacuum systems are summarized. Outgassing processes are discussed as functions of permeability and temperature, among other factors. Techniques employed in the measurement of gas and weight loss under vacuum are described and typical results presented. It is observed that gas or weight loss determinations are required for optimum application of available elastomer materials, and that there remains a significant need for elastomer materials suitable for low pressure vacuum systems.
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