This new volume examines both fundamental and applied aspects of UV and EB chemistries in several areas, particularly coatings materials. It offers an overall perspective of the subject, and provides direct insight into the future of this rapidly developing field. Its 36 chapters are divided into six sections, covering photoinitiators, novel radiation photocurable systems, properties of radiation-cured materials, photodegradation of radiation-cured films, radiation curing of cationic polymerization, laser-initiated polymerization, and high-energy radiation curing. A brief summary appears at the beginning of each section.

Volume three deals specifically with the role of monomers and resins in radiation curing. The nature of the backbone of ologomers leads to the ultimate physical or chemical properties of the UV-cured material. This chapter also covers aspects of the chemistry of these compounds in relation to their end uses.

Volume Four discusses the applications of radiation curing and provides a synopsis of the latest research in coatings; graphic arts; microelectronics; optical fibres; adhesives; 3D machining; membranes and holographic optical elements as well as considering the worldwide trends in the market.

The industrial use of ultraviolet (UV) and electron beam (EB) radiation is growing rapidly and now penetrates an ever-widening range of applications, including electronics, printing, packaging. Resources and references for seasoned professionals abound, but few effectively introduce the field to newcomers or provide fast access to specifics on UV a

This is a very readable review on the exciting, advancing technology of radiation curing. The principles upon which the technology is based, the equipment that is used and the materials which make up a radiation curable formulation are described. The applications of radiation curing are set to expand. Current applications for radiation curing are all discussed in this review, with principle material types outlined. The review is well referenced to facilitate further reading. It is accompanied by around 400 abstracts from the Rapra Polymer Library database, most of which are cited in the d104.

This text examines the effect of radiation on polymers and the versatility of its industrial applications. By helping readers understand and solve problems associated with radiation processing of polymers, it serves as an important reference and fills a gap in the literature. Radiation processing can significantly improve important properties of polymers, however, there are still misconceptions about processing polymers by using ionizing radiation. This book explains the radiation processing of polymeric materials used in many industrial products including cars, airplanes, computers, and TVs. It even addresses emerging "green" issues like biomaterials and hydrogels.

Striking a balance between the scientific and technological aspects of radiation curing, this work includes both a summary of current knowledge as well as many chapters which present the first comprehensive accounts of their subjects.

"This book, a combination of theory and practice, provides comprehensive knowledge in the field of radiation curing and support for your daily work. It offers guidance on how to select raw materials and features a troubleshooting chapter which provides concrete answers to possible problems." "This book is aimed towards formulators in the field of radiation curing, students and young professionals in coatings and printing inks with no previous experience of radiation curing and all readers who have an interest in and enjoy reading about the theory and practice of one of the fastest-growing technologies." --Book Jacket.