Lignin-derivable alternatives to petroleum-derived non-isocyanate polyurethane thermosets with enhanced toughness
Sampanna V. Mhatre, Jignesh S. Mahajan, Thomas H. Epps, LaShanda T. J. Korley
Abstract
Lignin-derivable non-isocyanate polyurethane thermosets are highlighted as potential alternatives to petroleum-derived analogues with significant enhancement in toughness without compromising other application-specific thermomechanical properties.
Topics & Concepts
IsocyanatePolyurethaneToughnessThermosetting polymerLigninPetroleumPolymer scienceMaterials scienceComposite materialOrganic chemistryChemistryLignin and Wood ChemistryPolymer composites and self-healingCarbon dioxide utilization in catalysis