Published: Jan 2003
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THE RUBBER INDUSTRY ESSENTIALLY STARTED IN 1839 when Charles Goodyear discovered vulcanization (the curing process). Since this date, a large industry has grown that manufactures thousands of rubber products such as tires, hoses, belts, seals, gaskets, bearings, bushings, mounts, etc. In fact, rubber is essential for a modern industrialized economy [1].
Author Information:
Dick, JS
Alpha Technologies, Akron, OH
Committee/Subcommittee: D11D24
DOI: 10.1520/MNL10431M