The Effect of Different Methods of Modification on the Surface Properties and on the Finale Strength of Bonded Joints of Selected Types Thermoplastics

Abstract:

In this study there was compared the effect of different methods of modification (modification by plasma treatment and ionizing beta radiation) on the surface properties (contact angle of wetting and surface free energy) and on the final strength of bonded joints of selected types thermoplastics (low density polyethylene and polycarbonate). At the present time bonding has spread into almost all sectors of practice and it would be very difficult to find an industry in which there is no need to use this technology of joining a wide range of materials. Generally, for the formation of quality bonded joint it is important to wet the adhesive bonding surface well. Wettability is characterized by the contact angle of wetting. The liquid has to have a lower surface energy than the solid in order to be able to wet the solid substance.

• Periodical: Advanced Materials Research (Volume 1142)
• Pages: 188-193
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMR.1142.188
• Online since: January 2017
• Authors: Martin Bednarik, David Manas, Miroslav Manas, Ales Mizera, Martin Reznicek, Lenka Hylova
• Keywords: Beta Irradiation, Bonded Joints, Contact Angle Of Wetting, Plasma Treatment, Polycarbonate, Polyethylene, Surface Free Energy

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