Polymer Nanocomposites Containing Polyhedral Oligomeric Silsesquioxanes (POSS)

Abstract

Polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxanes (POSS) are being examined for use in many applications. These applications include space-survivable coatings, and ablative and fire-resistant materials. POSS compounds have a rigid, inorganic core and have been produced with a wide range of organic functionality. Due to their physical size, POSS incorporation in polymers generally serves to reduce chain mobility, often improving both thermal and mechanical properties. Herein, we describe the preparation and properties of POSS compounds and their polymer nanocomposites.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 16, 2004
Accession Number
ADA433239

Entities

People

  • Joseph M Mabry
  • Steven A. Svejda
  • Timothy S. Haddad

Organizations

  • Air Force Research Laboratory

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Composite Materials
  • Fire Resistant Materials
  • Materials
  • Mechanical Properties
  • Mobility
  • Nanocomposites
  • Polymer-Matrix Nanocomposites

Fields of Study

  • Materials science

Readers

  • Polymer Science and Engineering.
  • Polymer Science and Technology

Technology Areas

  • Space