vulcanization
[/ˌvʌlkənɪˈzeɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: vulcanizations / vulcanizações
vulcanização
1. A chemical process in which rubber is treated with sulfur or other agents under heat to increase its elasticity, strength, and resistance to temperature and solvents
The vulcanization of rubber tires makes them durable enough to withstand road friction.
A vulcanização dos pneus de borracha os torna duráveis o suficiente para suportar o atrito da estrada.
2. The transformation of raw rubber into a stable, more useful material through cross-linking polymer chains
Modern vulcanization techniques have significantly improved tire performance and longevity.
As técnicas modernas de vulcanização melhoraram significativamente o desempenho e a longevidade dos pneus.
Vulcanization is a critical industrial process in both Brazil and the USA, where tire manufacturing is economically significant. In Brazil, this term is widely recognized in the automotive sector, particularly in São Paulo where major tire factories operate. The process was invented by American Charles Goodyear in 1844 and revolutionized the rubber industry globally.
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