vulcanizing
VUL-kuh-nahy-zing
Definition
A chemical process used to improve the durability and elasticity of rubber by cross-linking polymer chains, often carried out at room temperature for certain medical-grade silicone systems.
Etymology
Derived from Vulcan, the Roman god of fire, the term reflects the original process of using heat to cure rubber. It was adapted to describe chemical hardening processes that achieve similar results, such as the cross-linking used in modern polymers.
In the news
The article uses the term to describe room-temperature vulcanizing (RTV) systems, which are specific types of silicone materials utilized for their stability and performance in medical devices.
Latin America and the Caribbean Wearable Health Silicone Elastomers - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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