Polyelectrolyte photopolymer complexes for flame retardant wood
Thomas J. Kolibaba, Natalie A. Vest, Jaime C. Grunlan
Abstract
A polyelectrolyte complex coating was applied via photopolymerization for the first time, yielding a treatment that reduces wood's flammability.
Topics & Concepts
PhotopolymerFire retardantFlammabilityPolyelectrolyteCoatingMaterials sciencePolymer chemistryPolymer scienceComposite materialChemical engineeringPolymerPolymerizationEngineeringFlame retardant materials and propertiesPhotopolymerization techniques and applicationsFire dynamics and safety research