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Einsatzmöglichkeiten in der Elastomerverarbeitung

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Terahertz systems have been demonstrated for a broad range of applications in the past. In addition to scientific materials research, THz technology shows great potential in various areas of industrial measurement technology. Recent developments have made the systems used affordable, and various studies have demonstrated promising applications in plastics processing and other industrial fields.

The present work discusses recent developments in industrially applicable terahertz systems and possible sources of interference in industrial use, and presents various application scenarios in elastomer processing. In addition to fundamental investigations of the materials and their composition, measurements of the dispersion quality in elastomer compounds and a probe for inline monitoring of extrusion processes to improve materials testing technology are demonstrated. Terahertz spectrometers are recommended as a tool for fast and accurate production monitoring and offer real-time insight into the extrusion process.