Plasma Technology in the Preservation and Cleaning of Cultural Heritage Objects e-bog

Scientists have long been looking for alternative methods for the cleaning of historical and cultural museum objects as conventional methods often fail to completely remove surface films, leaving contamination and surface residues behind. Low-temperature plasmas have recently been found to provide a new, efficient and durable approach that maintains the safety of both the materials and personnel. This book is the first to introduce the emerging use of low-temperature plasmas in the cleaning and decontamination of cultural heritage items.It provides a comprehensive exploration of the new possibilities of cleaning objects with plasma, before providing a practice guide to the individual cleaning methods and an overview of the technologies and conditions used in the different cleaning regimes. It is an ideal reference for researchers in plasma physics, in addition to professionals working in the field of historical and cultural conservation.Features:Provides a thorough overview of the cleaning potential of emerging plasma technologies in accessible language for professional restorers and conservators without a scientific backgroundIncludes the latest case studies from the field, which have not been published elsewhere yetAuthored by a team of experts in the fieldAbout the Authors:Dr. Radko TiA o is an Associate Professor at the Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, Slovakia.Dr. Katarna Vizrov is an Associate Professor at the Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, Slovakia.Dr. FrantiA ek KrA ma is an Associate Professor at Brno University of Technology, Czech Republic.Dr. Milena Rehkov is an Associate Professor at the Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, Slovakia.Dr. Viera JanA oviA ov is an Associate Professor at the Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, Slovakia. Dr. Zdenka Kozkov is an Associate Professor at Brno University of Technology, Czech Republic.