Initial Studies of Electron Beams as a Means of Modifying Collagen
Date
2021
Authors
Apsimon, Robert
Setiniyaz, Sadiq
Seviour, Rebecca
Wise, William
Junginger, Tobias
Juarez Hernandez, Maribel
Ortiz, Edgar
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Journal ISSN
Volume Title
Publisher
Physics
Abstract
We present the initial design studies and specifications for an accelerator and conveyor
system to irradiate collagen samples, modifying properties such as the putrescibility and mechanical
behaviours in a paradigm shift from existing, widely used technology. We show the integrated design
requirements for a magnetic rastering scheme to move the beam position in order to ensure a uniform
dose distribution over the full surface of the hide and discuss its dependence on factors such as the
size of the hide, the beam current and conveyor speed. We also present initial energy deposition
studies using beam particle interaction simulation program G4beamline, in order to determine
the numerical beam parameters and angle of incidence needed to ensure a uniform depth-dose
distribution throughout the hide thickness.
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Keywords
leather, tanning, collagen modification, electrons, accelerator, RF, beams
Citation
Apsimon, R., Setiniyaz, S., Seviour, R., Wise, W., Junginger, T., Juarez Hernandez, M., & Ortiz, E. (2021). Initial Studies of Electron Beams as a Means of Modifying Collagen. Physics, 3(2), 1-20. https://doi.org/10.3390/physics3020017.