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Electron beam curing could unlock tougher, faster coatings for packaging and cars

Coatings are everywhere. A thin protective layer, often barely visible. They keep out moisture, sunlight and rust, helping products last longer. Think of laminate on kitchen cabinets, automotive body coatings or the outer layer of a soda can or chip bag.

Electron beam curing could unlock tougher, faster coatings for packaging and cars
Image: Phys.org
Coatings are everywhere. A thin protective layer, often barely visible. They keep out moisture, sunlight and rust, helping products last longer. Think of laminate on kitchen cabinets, automotive body coatings or the outer layer of a soda can or chip bag.

Originally published at Phys.org

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