Sintering ultrahigh molecular weight polyethylene

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C264S175000, C264S210700

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07863410

ABSTRACT:
Methods of producing ultrahigh molecular weight polyethylene compositions of highly beneficial sintering characteristics are disclosed herein. Some embodiments provide for adding small amounts of a co-monomer to the polyethylene to improve various characteristics, including wear resistance.

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