Improved Chemical Protective Gloves Using Elastomeric Nanocomposites
Abstract
Report developed under SBIR contract for topic GBDO2-103. InMat has shown the feasibility of developing multilayer chemical protective gloves that provide the chemical protection of butyl rubber gloves but have improved flame and petroleum oil resistance. The enabling technology is based on InMat's aqueous nanocomposite elastomeric coatings that were specifically formulated for this application during Phase 1. Specifically InMat demonstrated that 2-4 mils of its nanocomposite coatings offer the potential to provide the same 24 hours of protection currently available with 25-30 mil thick butyl rubber gloves. Neoprene nanocomposites were developed in Phase I and will be combined with Neoprene substrate in Phase 2 to provide the chemical warfare protection with improved adhesion to Neoprene as well as improved resistance to flame and petroleum oils.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Nov 14, 2002
- Accession Number
- ADA449883
Entities
People
- Carrie A. Feeney
- Harris A. Goldberg