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Recent Overview and Future Research Prospects of Cross-linked Polyethylene Materials: Cross-linking Methods and Applications
Summary
This review surveys cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) materials — widely used in construction, piping, cable insulation, and medical equipment — covering recent advances in chemical and physical cross-linking techniques, emerging sustainable cross-linking systems, and the opportunities and challenges these materials face across diverse industrial applications.
Cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) is a highly all-important material renowned for its exceptional physical and chemical properties, and it is extensively utilized in various industries such as con-struction, piping, cable insulation and medical equipment. The cross-linking process of polyethylene involves chemical or physical bonding of polymer chains to enhance its resistance to heat, chemicals and mechanical stress. This study offers a comprehensive overview of recent research and potential advancements in this field, with a particular focus on the development of efficient techniques and environmentally sustainable cross-linking systems. It evaluates the opportunities and challenges faced by cross-linked polyethylene materials across diverse applications, providing valuable insights for future research in this area.