Abstract: A material with significant protection properties from galactic cosmic radiation and solar energetic particles. Hydrogen-rich benzoxazines which are particularly effective for shielding against such radiation. Benzoxazine resin meets the processing requirements for use with ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fiber as a hydrogen-rich reinforcement: cure of the resin at 120° C. This highly reactive benzoxazine resin also exhibits low viscosity and adequate shelf life.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
April 4, 2019
Date of Patent:
September 21, 2021
Assignees:
CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY, MATERIAL ANSWERS LLC
Inventors:
Christopher E. Scott, Hatsuo Ishida, Scott Allen Winroth