Synthesis and Characterization of Functionalized Eight-Membered Cyclic Silicates
Abstract
Inorganic fillers are extensively used to modify polymer properties. Additionally, many nanoparticle fillers have been found to increase the thermal oxidative stability of modified plastics. Typically, good nano-dispersion is required to obtain significant property improvements. This is often achieved by compatibilizing the inorganic filler with the polymer host. The addition of organic groups to an inorganic particle leads to improved blending characteristics, while reactive groups increase their mechanical robustness if they are chemically incorporated into the host polymer. By modifying this organic functionality, nanoparticles can be fine-tuned to improve polymer hydrophobicity. For example, fluorinated nanoparticles can improve polymer hydrophobicity.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 24, 2009
- Accession Number
- ADA506280
Entities
People
- Brian M. Moore
- Joseph M Mabry
- Timothy Haddad
Organizations
- Air Force Research Laboratory