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Polymers and Plastic Resins - (869 companies)How to Select Polymers and Plastic Materials Polymers and plastic materials are high molecular weight compounds comprised of two or more repeating organic or synthetic base molecules. Types of Polymers and Plastic Materials The GlobalSpec...Material Type / GradeChemical / Polymer System TypeFiller Material -
Radiation Shielding - (75 companies)...by introducing a radiation-absorbing medium. The material and thickness of the radiation shield determine its effectiveness. Specifications. Specifications for radiation shielding include: material (e.g., lead, tungsten). thickness. purity... -
Fibers and Filaments - (223 companies)...consist of bulk, chopped fibers or strands and continuous monofilaments of materials and are used in reinforcing composites as well as other specialized electrical and thermal applications. Materials for fibers and filaments include: Carbon. Polymers... -
Polymer and Plastic Composites - (356 companies)SMCs), bulk molding compounds (BMCs), pre-preg materials, and fabricated composite parts. How to Select Polymer and Plastic Composites. Polymer and plastic composites are plastics which are strengthened with fibers, fillers, particulates, powders... -
Magnetic Shielding - (65 companies)Magnetic shielding includes products and raw materials for shielding instruments and equipment from magnetic fields. How to Select Magnetic Shielding. Image Credit: Mu Metal. Magnetic shielding is designed to protect electrical devices from... -
Radiation Detectors - (204 companies)...by liberating electrons. Radiation detectors are used to sense and monitor this latter type. Ionizing radiation is released by both natural and artificial sources, including: Natural radioactive materials such as radon. Cosmic radiation, which enters...
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Polymer Testing Equipment - (64 companies)Polymer test equipment includes melt flow indexers, extrusiometers, and other specialized instruments for determining the processability and properties of plastics and elastomer materials. Polymers include rubber, elastomers, plastics...
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EMI and RFI Shielding - (567 companies)How to Select EMI and RFI Shielding. Image Credit: Compac Development Corporation; Intermark USA, Inc. What are EMI and RFI Shielding?. EMI and RFI shielding includes coatings, gaskets, enclosures, sealants, resins and other products or materials...
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Specialty Polymers and Resins - (445 companies)...applications. Types of Specialty Polymers and Resins. The GlobalSpec SpecSearch Database contains these four material types or grades: elastomer or rubber, composite material, thermoplastic, and thermoset. Each differs in terms of mechanical, physical...
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Polymer Concrete and Mortar - (127 companies)...concrete and mortar provides much greater corrosion resistance than conventional construction materials such as Portland cement. Polymer concrete consists of polymer cement mixed with water, a coarse aggregate such as gravel or crushed stone...
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MarShield
Radiation Shielding Choosing the right radiation shielding materials and determining proper lead thickness are essential to safeguarding people and equipment while meeting stringent regulatory standards. This guide explores what factors influence the effectiveness of lead shielding and how tailored solutions provide long-term benefits for your facility. (read more)Browse Radiation Shielding Datasheets for MarShield -
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Non-Lead Alternatives for Radiation Shielding Lead remains the most commonly used material for radiation shielding but its toxicity is one of its major drawbacks. There has been significant advancement in the development of non-lead shielding material for the radiation shielding industry. Innovations have focused on producing thinner, more flexible, and effective non-lead shielding. Specifically, polymers are being utilized for their material properties and infused with tungsten and other metals to produce a new generation of shielding... (read more)Browse Radiation Shielding Datasheets for MarShield -
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Nuclear Radiation Shielding Solutions At MarShield, we pride ourselves on being a leading provider of custom radiation shielding solutions for the nuclear energy industry. Our commitment to radiation safety, precision, and innovation drives us to offer a wide range of radiation shielding products and materials specifically designed for nuclear radiation protection. We understand the unique challenges faced by the nuclear sector and are dedicated to delivering standard and custom solutions that meet these needs effectively. Our... (read more)Browse Radiation Shielding Datasheets for MarShield -
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Nuclear Radiation Shielding Solutions At MarShield, we pride ourselves on being a leading provider of custom radiation shielding solutions for the nuclear energy industry. Our commitment to safety, precision, and innovation drives us to offer a wide range of products and materials specifically designed for nuclear radiation protection. We understand the unique challenges faced by the nuclear sector and are dedicated to delivering standard and custom solutions that meet these needs effectively. Our Expertise in Nuclear Radiation... (read more)Browse Radiation Shielding Datasheets for MarShield -
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Tungsten Radiation Shielding Tungsten Radiation Shielding for Nuclear, Medical & NDT. MarShield Radiation Shielding are experts in the in the customization of tungsten heavy alloy for the Nuclear Energy, Nuclear Medicine / Radioisotope, diagnostic imaging and non-destructive testing industries. Limiting exposure to radiation is achieved by using materials that maximize shielding. The denser the material, the higher degree of shielding it provides. With a density approximately 1.7 timers higher than lead, Tungsten Heavy... (read more)Browse Nondestructive Testing (NDT) Supplies and Accessories Datasheets for MarShield -
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Nuclear Radiation Shielding Products In the field of nuclear technology, the proper handling, containment, and storage of radioactive materials are of utmost importance. MarShield, a leading provider of nuclear radiation shielding solutions, offers a comprehensive range of services, including nuclear lead pours and nuclear storage solutions in Canada and the U.S. With state-of-the-art facilities and an experienced team, MarShield ensures the highest level of safety and quality for our customers in the nuclear industry. MarShield... (read more)Browse Metal Sheet Datasheets for MarsMetal -
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Reduce Radiation Exposure with Tungsten Shielding Several applications require shielding from radiation where lead is not a feasible material. Tungsten heavy alloy provides an alternative to lead that is strong and highly customizable into precision components. With an approximately 1.7 times greater density than lead, tungsten guarantees radiation exposure is kept to a minimum. Benefits Of Using Tungsten. Tungsten 's higher density means the material provides better gamma ray absorption and radiation shielding. Not only is tungsten thicker... (read more)Browse Radiation Shielding Datasheets for MarShield -
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MarShield Radiation Shielding in Nuclear Medicine storage containers are often referred to as "pigs ". Solid tungsten is a very commonly used material because it is durable and has slightly better gamma radiation attenuation than lead. The drawback of tungsten is that it is significantly more expensive than the lead. Solid tungsten can also be made into syringe shields and vial transport containers. Lead pigs can be susceptible to being damaged or dented over time but is often more cost effective than tungsten. The pigs can be encased in metal... (read more)Browse Tungsten and Tungsten Alloys Datasheets for MarsMetal -
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Radiation Shielding in Nuclear Pharma: L-Block compromising functionality. This process ensured that the final product not only met but exceeded industry safety standards. Material Selection. The selection of appropriate radiation shielding material was crucial to achieving optimal protection and durability. MarShield 's engineers chose 11-gauge 304 stainless steel for its structural integrity and resistance to wear in demanding environments. To provide the necessary radiation shielding, ASTM pure lead was incorporated into the design, achieving... (read more)Browse Radiation Shielding Datasheets for MarShield -
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2026 Symposium on Radon and Radiation Protection need, how to design and integrate protection into existing or future systems, and how to keep workflow, compliance, and long-term performance top of mind. We create custom shielding products for specific facility requirements, including lead lined cabinets, lead and tungsten storage containers, lead glass, lead acrylic, lead curtains, lead bricks, brick caves/L-Block shields, and non-lead radiation shielding materials. See how MarShield helped create a safer nuclear medicine lab with shielding... (read more)Browse Radiation Shielding Datasheets for MarShield
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Dispersion of single-walled carbon nanotubes in a non-polar polymer, poly(4-methyl-1-pentene).
Poly(4-methyl-1-pentene), PMP, a high melting polymer composed of hydrogen and carbon, has the potential to become an alternative to polyethylene (PE) as shielding material against Galactic Cosmic Radiation (GCR).
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The role of nanostructures and quantum dots in detectors and solar cells for radiation hardened space applications
For detector technology orbited in near-Earth orbits (EO) such as low EO, Middle EO and Geosynchronous EO, a combination of the satellite shielding , mission duration and the intrinsic radiation hardness of the device materials factor into determining the end-of-life .... Depending on the chosen orbit, degradation sources such as atomic oxygen, vacuum and ultra-violet radiation conditions as well as trapped protons and electrons and high energy cosmic radiation can all interact … the performance of organic- polymer based solar cells and…
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Fragmentation Calculations for Energetic Ions in Candidate Space Radiation Shielding Materials
KEYWORDS: galactic cosmic rays, shielding , polymers . .... FRAGMENTATION CALCULATIONS FOR ENERGETIC IONS IN CANDIDATE SPACE RADIATION SHIELDING MATERIALS .
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Organics, polymers and nanotechnology for radiation hardening and shielding applications
Discussed within this paper are recent data which support the premise that certain nanotechnology may improve the radiation resistance of organics, polymers, biopolymers and hybrid polymer -inorganic materials and devices to ionizing and displacement radiations . .... These materials are also being investigated for their ability to provide protective radiation shielding to a wide spectrum of radionuclide and galactic cosmic ray emissions such as alpha particles, protons, electrons, gamma-rays, beta rays, x-rays and neutrons.
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A novel approach to the chemical stabilization of gamma-irradiated ultrahigh molecular weight polyethylene using arc-discharge multi-walled carbon nanotubes
By way of example, B4C and W nanoparticles have been used as fillers in gamma radiation-protective UHMWPE com- posites [7], UHMWPE/Sm2O3 as an absorbing material to shield against proton radiation [8], and UHMWPE fibre/ … epoxy for shielding against cosmic radiation [9]. .... Given their high strength and stiffness, unprecedented length/diameter ratio and excellent thermal and electrical conductivities, amongst other properties, carbon nanotubes (CNTs) make successful candidates for reinforcing poly- mers [10].
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Dielectric behavior induced by vitamin E and electron beam irradiation in ultra high molecular weight polyethylene
UHMWPE is a polymer that presents characteristics such as an excellent mechanical and tribological performance … Besides, UHMWPE is a polyole- fin with an effective behavior in radiation shielding and therefore with potential … industry or radiation- protective materials for personal and electronic .... Reinforced composite UHMWPE matrices have been developed for application in fields related to cosmic , proton, X-rays…
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Polymer-matrix composites: New fibers offer new possibilities
This new materials will provide shielding from cosmic radiation and micrometeoroid impact during long in- terplanetary missions such as NASA’s planned round trip to Mars. .... Ganesan and J. Lou provides an overview on the mechani- cal behavior of polymer -matrix nano- composites.
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Guest Editorial: Nanophotonics for Space Applications
…optical limiting coatings for space- based sensors (Sarkar et al.), radiation-resistant properties of photovoltaic solar cells (Hubbard et al.), mitigation of Lunar regolith using nanoparticle smart coatings (Pirich et al.), and evolving radiation - resistant EO polymer modulator materials (Zhang and Taylor). .... Recently announced plans by NASA to return to the Moon in 2020 as well as other potential interplanetary space missions will require lightweight polymer-based shielding materials for crew cabins and … astronauts and components from galactic cosmic rays (GCR) during lunar…
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Polymeric Materials With Additives for Durability and Radiation Shielding in Space
Polymeric materials are attractive for use in space structures because of their light weight and high strength In addition, polymers are made of elements with low atomic numbers … N) which provide the best shielding from galactic cosmic rays (GCR) (ref. 1).
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Thermal, Radiation and Impact Protective Shields (TRIPS) for Robotic and Human Space Exploration Missions
Hazards include radiation from cosmic rays and solar particle events, hypervelocity impacts from orbital debris/ micrometeorites, and the extreme heating environment experienced during entry into planetary atmospheres. .... The traditional approach for the design of protection systems for these hazards has been to create single-function shields , i.e. ablative and blanket-based … shields for thermal protection systems (TPS), polymer or other low-molecular-weight materials for radiation shields, and…
