Enhanced Cyanate Ester Nanocomposites through Improved Nanoparticle Surface Interactions
Abstract
This work presents the results of an investigation into the role of silica nanoparticle surface chemistry in the enhancement of cyanate ester nanocomposite properties. Previous work has shown that the incorporation of silica nanoparticles improves the thermo-oxidative qualities, moisture uptake properties and processability of cyanate ester resins. This work seeks to better understand the root of these improvements by comparing thermal and mechanical properties as a function of nanoparticle loading and surface treatment using both polar and non-polar as well as potentially reactive surface functionalities. This presentation will focus on the structure-process-property relationships of various silica nanoparticle/cyanate ester systems with a discussion of the implications for novel composite processing techniques.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 09, 2013
- Accession Number
- ADA596977
Entities
People
- Andrew J. Guenthner
- Christopher M. Sahagun
- Joseph M Mabry
Organizations
- Air Force Research Laboratory