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Chemical composition and properties of Ski wax: A comprehensive analysis of fluorinated, non-fluorinated, and bio-based waxes
This study analyzes the chemical composition and thermal properties of various ski wax materials, including fluorinated, non-fluorinated petroleum-based, and bio-based waxes. Advanced characterization techniques (FTIR, EDS, and DSC) were used to investigate the chemical functionality, elemental composition, and thermal behavior of these waxes. Fluorinated powder waxes were found to be composed almost entirely of fluorocarbons, while solid fluorinated waxes are primarily hydrocarbons with minimal fluorine content. Bio-based waxes exhibit unique ester and carboxylic acid functional groups. Different brands, models, and suggested temperature uses of waxes within the same physical and chemical type show similar chemical compositions. While petroleum-based compared to bio-based waxes show a significant difference in chemical structure. EDS analysis identified silicon, magnesium, and aluminum in certain waxes, possibly indicating the use of additives. DSC results showed similar thermal behavior at sub-freezing temperatures. This research lays the groundwork for understanding ski wax material science and opens up new avenues for future investigation and innovation in the ski and ski wax industry.
期刊介绍:
Cold Regions Science and Technology is an international journal dealing with the science and technical problems of cold environments in both the polar regions and more temperate locations. It includes fundamental aspects of cryospheric sciences which have applications for cold regions problems as well as engineering topics which relate to the cryosphere.
Emphasis is given to applied science with broad coverage of the physical and mechanical aspects of ice (including glaciers and sea ice), snow and snow avalanches, ice-water systems, ice-bonded soils and permafrost.
Relevant aspects of Earth science, materials science, offshore and river ice engineering are also of primary interest. These include icing of ships and structures as well as trafficability in cold environments. Technological advances for cold regions in research, development, and engineering practice are relevant to the journal. Theoretical papers must include a detailed discussion of the potential application of the theory to address cold regions problems. The journal serves a wide range of specialists, providing a medium for interdisciplinary communication and a convenient source of reference.