Polymers and light: a love–hate relationship
M. A. Sachini N. Weerasinghe, Tochukwu Nwoko, Dominik Konkolewicz
Abstract
The interaction of light with polymers can be positive, where light enhances polymerization or performance, but it can also be negative towards the targeted properties. Positive and negative interactions between polymers and light are highlighted.
Topics & Concepts
PolymerPolymerizationPolymer sciencePolymer chemistryMaterials scienceComposite materialPhotopolymerization techniques and applicationsAdvanced Polymer Synthesis and CharacterizationPhotochromic and Fluorescence Chemistry