vulcanizates
/ˈvʌlkənaɪzeɪts/
noun
- Rubber or other materials that have been treated with sulfur and heat to make them stronger and more elastic.
- Engineers tested the vulcanizates for flexibility under extreme temperatures.
- The factory produces vulcanizates used in making durable tires.
- Recycled vulcanizates are often ground into crumb rubber for playground surfaces.