Polymer Research in Rapid Runway Repair Materials.
Abstract
Low viscosity, two-component epoxy resins were formulated for airless spray application over quartz or dolomite aggregates. The formulation selected for full evaluation was based on mercaptan curing systems. Trifunctional acrylate monomers were used in some formulations as modifiers. The resulting polymer concrete set up within 3 to 4 minutes after mixing at temperatures around 73 degrees F. Good cures within 1/2 hour of mixing can be obtained in wet environments down to 5 degrees C and in dry environments down to -25 degrees C. Good adhesion to wet aggregates requires the use of coupling agents, organofunctional silanes being preferred. Good bonding to asphalt and Portland cement concrete and good wear characteristics were demonstrated. Flexural strength properties are satisfactory after cool down both under dry and wet application conditions. While the polymer concrete is hot due to the exotherm of the curing reaction, flexural strength properties are low. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Nov 01, 1979
- Accession Number
- ADA089606
Entities
People
- Charles W. Kistler Jr.
- Henry M. Grotta
- Manfred Luttinger
- Richard G. Sinclair
Organizations
- Battelle Memorial Institute