Understanding the Effects of Cross-Linking Density on the Self-Healing Performance of Epoxidized Natural Rubber and Natural Rubber
James Boden, Chris Bowen, Antoine Buchard, Matthew G. Davidson, Chris Norris
Abstract
in sulfur-cured ENR is demonstrated to achieve a healing efficiency of 143% for the tensile strength. This work provides the foundation for further modification of ENR, with the goal of understanding and controlling ENR's self-healing ability for future applications.
Topics & Concepts
Natural rubberNatural (archaeology)Materials scienceSelf-healingComposite materialPolymer scienceGeologyMedicinePaleontologyAlternative medicinePathologyPolymer composites and self-healingNatural Fiber Reinforced CompositesPolymer Nanocomposites and Properties