Mechanically robust and reprocessable imine exchange networks from modular polyester pre-polymers
Rachel L. Snyder, Claire A. L. Lidston, Guilhem X. De Hoe, Maria J. S. Parvulescu, Marc A. Hillmyer, Geoffrey W. Coates
Abstract
Covalent adaptable networks (CANs) containing dynamic imine cross-links impart recyclability to thermoset materials, and the distribution of these cross-links greatly affects their observed thermomechanical properties.
Topics & Concepts
ImineThermosetting polymerCovalent bondModular designPolyesterPolymerMaterials sciencePolymer sciencePolymer chemistryChemistryComputer scienceComposite materialOrganic chemistryOperating systemCatalysisPolymer composites and self-healingCarbon dioxide utilization in catalysisSynthetic Organic Chemistry Methods