Loss and Recovery of Hydrophobicity of Polydimethylsiloxane after Exposure to Electrical Discharges

Doktorarbeit / Dissertation aus dem Jahr 2001 im Fachbereich Chemie - Biochemie, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Silicone rubber based on polydimethylsiloxane is used as high voltage outdoor insulation, due to its ability to preserve the hydrophobic surface properties during service, and even regain hydrophobicity after exposure to electrical discharges. The underlyi...