Abstract
Abstract A critical discussion is presented of the influence of chemical degradation mechanisms on the mechanical properties, especially stress relaxation, of vulcanized rubber. The response of the vulcanizate is interpreted in terms of the kinetic theory of rubber elasticity. Different chemical mechanisms are explored. The influence of diluent is interpreted in terms of the kinetic theory of rubber elasticity. Different chemical mechanisms are explored. The influence of diluent is considered. Comparisons are made to experiments on polyisoprenes and polyurethanes.
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