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Epoxy Resins in Stone Conservation

By: Charles Selwitz

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Epoxy Resins in Stone Conservation

By: Charles Selwitz

This book presents a review of research on the use of epoxy resins as consolidants for sculpture and buildings. It deals with both the methods and materials used by conservators, focusing on a detailed chemistry of the materials as well as the practical methods of application. Epoxy resins have been widely used as structural adhesives to repair cracks in commercial and historic buildings, but the application of this technology to the stabilization of fragile stone has generally failed. However, the proper formulation of epoxy systems with solvents has solved problems of viscosity, penetration, crust formation, and discoloration, leading to two different schools of treatment detailed in the publication. Conservators in Europe have concentrated on the treatment of statuary and isolated sections of structures, with alcohol solutions of the resins maintained in contact with the surface for a period of time in order to get deep penetration. In the United States, treatment has focused on stabilizing entire structures or major portions of buildings by spraying them with acetone solutions of epoxy resins. The various techniques of application are discussed and evaluated. The book seeks to provide an expanded inventory of these different techniques allowing the conservator to make informed judgments.

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0892362383

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Inert Gases in the Control of Museum Insect Pests

By: Charles Selwitz,Shin Maekawa

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Inert Gases in the Control of Museum Insect Pests

By: Charles Selwitz,Shin Maekawa

A serious problem facing museum professionals is the protection of collections from damage due to insects. This book describes successful insect eradication procedures developed at the Getty Conservation Institute and elsewhere, whereby objects are held in an atmosphere of either nitrogen or argon containing less than 1000 ppm of oxygen—a process known as anoxia—or in an atmosphere of more than 60 percent carbon dioxide. Techniques, materials, and operating parameters are described in detail. The book also discusses adoption of this preservation technology, presenting the development of these methods and instructions for building and upgrading treatment systems, as well as recent case histories. The Research in Conservation reference series presents the findings of research conducted by the Getty Conservation Institute and its individual and institutional research partners, as well as state-of-the-art reviews of conservation literature. Each volume covers a topic of current interest to conservators and conservation scientists.

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0892365021

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Cellulose Nitrate in Conservation

By: Charles M. Selwitz

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Cellulose Nitrate in Conservation

By: Charles M. Selwitz

This report attempts to isolate and separately examine each of the factors known to lead to cellulose nitrate decomposition, and then relate their contribution to the instability of the polymer when it is used as a bonding agent for ceramics and as a lacquer for metal objects. These factors include deterioration caused by heat, radiation, or acid impurities, or through the loss of plasticizer. There is, moreover, decomposition caused autocatalytically by the initial breakdown products. In particular, the publication examines new information on chemical changes under ambient conditions that has been developed recently through advances in analytical procedures such as chemiluminescence, X-ray scanning spectroscopy (ESCA), and more sophisticated viscometry. This new information will be added to the large body of data, collected over the past 150 years, on the instability of cellulose nitrate under more severe conditions.

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Materials for Conservation

Organic Consolidants, Adhesives and Coatings

By: Charles Velson Horie

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Organic Consolidants, Adhesives and Coatings

By: Charles Velson Horie

Materials in Conservation' is an introduction to the properties of materials used in conservation. The topics covered include molecular weight, glass transition temperature, solubility and solvents, polymerisation and degradation reactions.

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0750669055

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Principles and Practice of Pediatric Infectious Diseases E-Book

By: Sarah S. Long,Larry K. Pickering,Charles G. Prober

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Principles and Practice of Pediatric Infectious Diseases E-Book

By: Sarah S. Long,Larry K. Pickering,Charles G. Prober

Principles and Practice of Pediatric Infectious Disease provides the comprehensive and actionable coverage you need to understand, diagnose, and manage the ever-changing, high-risk clinical problems caused by pediatric infectious diseases. With new chapters, expanded and updated coverage, and increased worldwide perspectives, this authoritative medical reference offers the latest need-to-know information in an easily-accessible, high-yield format for quick answers and fast, effective intervention! Spend less time searching thanks to a consistent, easily-accessible format featuring revised high-yield information boxes, highlighted key points, and an abundance of detailed illustrations and at-a-glance tables. Be prepared for the unexpected! A veritable "who's who" of global authorities provides practical knowledge to effectively diagnose and manage almost any infectious disease you may encounter. Quickly look up the answers you need by clinical presentation, pathogen, or type of host. Get expanded coverage for all types of infectious diseases including new chapters on infection related to pets and exotic animals, and tickborne infections. Apply the latest recommendations and treatments for emerging and re-emerging diseases including the H1N1 virus.

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Elsevier Health Sciences

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1455739855

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Cellulose Nitrate in Conservation

By: Charles M. Selwitz

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Inert Gases in the Control of Museum Insect Pests

By: Charles Selwitz,Shin Maekawa

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Epoxy Resins in Stone Conservation

By: Charles Selwitz

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Letters and Diaryof Alan Seeger

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Letters and Diaryof Alan Seeger

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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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Epoxy Resins in Stone Conservation

Epoxy Resins in Stone Conservation

Inert Gases in the Control of Museum Insect Pests

Inert Gases in the Control of Museum Insect Pests

Cellulose Nitrate in Conservation

Cellulose Nitrate in Conservation

Materials for Conservation

Materials for Conservation

Principles and Practice of Pediatric Infectious Diseases E-Book

Principles and Practice of Pediatric Infectious Diseases E-Book

Cellulose Nitrate in Conservation

Cellulose Nitrate in Conservation

Inert Gases in the Control of Museum Insect Pests

Inert Gases in the Control of Museum Insect Pests

Epoxy Resins in Stone Conservation

Epoxy Resins in Stone Conservation

Letters and Diaryof Alan Seeger

Letters and Diaryof Alan Seeger

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