An Exploratory Study of a New Class of Stepladder and Ladder Polymers-Polyimidazopyrrolones.
Abstract
A new class of aromatic-heterocyclic polymers has been discovered. These were prepared from the room-temperature reaction of tetraamines with tetraacids or their respective derivatives. This new class of polymers is polyimidazopyrrolones or 'Pyrrones.' Exploratory experiments indicate that they have excellent thermal and radiolytic stability and hold considerable potential for aerospace as well as highly specialized terrestrial applications. The chemical structure of the Pyrrones combines the structures of the aromatic polyimides and polybenzimidazoles. Since they are formed through an intermediate stage which is soluble, typical solution property measurements can be used for basic molecular characterization. Knowledge of the molecular properties of the soluble intermediate reflect on the molecular character of the final insoluble Pyrrones. A reaction scheme for the conversion of the soluble intermediate is presented. Applied properties such as ease of fabrication, mechanical strength, and molding characteristics are discussed.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 1965
- Accession Number
- ADA310394
Entities
People
- George F. Pezdirtz
- Vernon L. Bell
Organizations
- Langley Research Center