Ion bombardment induced changes in the optical and electrical properties of polycarbonate

Surface analysis of curved polymeric plates irradiated with proton and ion beams

“…However, understanding the microstructural changes induced by ion beam implantation in materials still needs to be developed for advanced manufacturing processes for high performance materials. [1][2][3][4] Polymeric materials are widely employed in various applications due to their fascinating physical and chemical features such as high specic modulus and strength, high transparency, high chemical resistance, exibility, and lightweight properties. Furthermore, they can be produced in time and cost effective ways using efficient polymer processing methods such as injection molding and extrusion.…”

Surface modification and metallization of polycarbonate using low energy ion beam

“…Ion irradiation of polymeric material induces irreversible changes in their macromolecular structure. It can be used to change in a controlled way the physical properties of thin films or to modify the near surface characteristics of a bulk material (Radwan et al, 2008). The aim of this paper is to investigate the effect of ion bombardment on the optical properties of polycarbonate via UV-Vis spectroscopy and deposition of copper over an insulating polymer, which can be utilized in various electrical and electronic applications.…”

<i>γ</i>-Ray Modifications of Optical/Chemical Properties of Polycarbonate Polymer

“…The exposure of ion beam may create ion tracks in the polymers [1]. In addition to this, the ionizing radiations may also produce random fracture of main chain and braking of original bonds giving rise to the formation of free radicals, double/triple bonds, cross linking [2]- [8], carbon cluster formation [9] [10] and evolution of ionic species and gaseous components etc. [11] [12].…”