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Recyclable thermosets based on modified epoxy-amine network polymers

Lynn Anderson, Edward W. Sanders, Matthew G. Unthank

2022Materials Horizons29 citationsDOIOpen Access PDF

Abstract

A simple, single stage process is reported for the creation of a recyclable thermoset material from readily available epoxy resins and aliphatic amines, crosslinked with diboronic esters.

Topics & Concepts

Thermosetting polymerEpoxyMaterials scienceGlass transitionPolymerUltimate tensile strengthAmine gas treatingPolymerizationPrepolymerAdhesivePinacolComposite materialPolyurethaneOrganic chemistryChemistryCatalysisLayer (electronics)Polymer composites and self-healingEpoxy Resin Curing ProcessesCarbon dioxide utilization in catalysis