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Self‐Wrinkling‐Induced Mechanically Adaptive Patterned Surface of Photocuring Coating for Abrasion Resistance
24/12/2024 -
This study unravels a self‐wrinkled mechanically adaptive patterned surface (SWMAPS) by a one‐step UV‐curing and self‐wrinkling technique. Thanks to the mechanically adaptive performance of...
Tough Polyurethane Hydrogels with a Multiple Hydrogen‐Bond Interlocked Bicontinuous Phase Structure Prepared by In Situ Water‐Induced Microphase Separation
23/12/2024 -
Tough polyurethane hydrogels with a multiple hydrogen‐bond interlocked bicontinuous phase structure are prepared by in situ water‐induced microphase separation. The outstanding mechanical...
Synergistic Multimodal Energy Dissipation Enhances Certified Efficiency of Flexible Organic Photovoltaics beyond 19%
10/12/2024 -
By combining multimodal energy dissipation and phase modulation in active layer films, the mechanical and photovoltaic properties of flexible electronics are innovatively co‐developed to achieve a...
Exploiting Geometric Frustration in Coupled von Mises Trusses to Program Multifunctional Mechanical Metamaterials
23/11/2024 -
Mechanical metamaterials capable of compressive stiffness tunability, shape morphing, and post‐fabrication modularity. Herein, the 3D unit cell design is based on an assembly of bistable von Mises...
Emission of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in the north-west Antarctic Peninsula region
20/11/2024 -
Antarctica, once regarded as the last pristine desert untouched by human activity, is now facing increasing local impacts due to the rising presence of humans, primarily driven by scientific and...
Effect of Solid Content on Rheological, Mechanical, and Thermal Properties of Adipic Acid?Based Flame Retardant Polyurethane Dispersion
20/11/2024 -
Protein purification is essential for biomedical and industrial applications, but current methods often face challenges like low efficiency, high cost, and limited selectivity. To overcome these...
Study of Physicochemical and Biological Properties of UHMWPE Joint Implant With Ti, Ta, and Zr Thin Films
20/11/2024 -
The elasto?plastic model?based finite element method (FEM) simulation can graphically describe the nonlinearly mechanical response of adhesives to various loadings. Its prediction accuracy...
A Systematic Study on the Polymerization Processes and Resulting Polymer Properties of Bioinspired Sesamol and Diamine?Based Benzoxazines
19/11/2024 -
This work investigated how the suspension chain's content impacts damping polyurethane systems' properties. The main chain prepolymer was synthesized by reacting DPH derived from castor oil...
Polyurethane foams based local montmorillonite (magnite) as intumescent materials
19/11/2024 -
Abstract In the present framework, we aimed to elaborate intumescent composites polyurethane/ organically treated montmorillonite (PU/ OMMT) foams by the use of local...
Polyurethane Nanocomposites with Open-Cell Structure Modified with Aluminosilicate Nano-Filler
19/11/2024 -
Nanocomposite flexible polyurethane foams (nFPUfs) were obtained by modifying the polyurethane formulation by adding a halloysite nano-filler in the amount of one to five parts by weight per hundred...
Eco-Friendly Castor Oil-Based Composite with High Clam Shell Powder Content
21/11/2024 -
Eco-friendly castor oil-based composites with a high content of clam shell powder were prepared in this study. Biomass composites were prepared by blending castor-oil-based polyurethane prepolymer...
Overlooked Impact of Moisture on the Stability of Printing Ink and Its Impact on Recycled Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE) Quality
21/11/2024 -
Printing inks, composed of binders, pigments, and additives, are essential components in plastic packaging but complicate recycling due to plastic contamination and degradation. While polyolefins are...
Recent Advances in Smart Emulsion Materials: From Synthesis to Applications
14/11/2024 -
This review delves into the pivotal role of emulsions in smart materials, offering insights into their formulation and application methodologies. It explores their significance in areas like...
Use of Electrospun Cellulose Acetate/Silica Composites as Multifunctional Ingredients in Eco?Friendly Semisolid Lubricant Formulations
16/11/2024 -
PLA/cross?linked polycaprolactone based polyurethane (c?PCLU) blends were prepared by reactive blending of PLA with PCL triol and hexamethylene diisocyanate (HDI). The results showed that the...
Piperine?Loaded Sodium Caseinate Nanoglobules Delivered Transdermally Through Microneedle Patch for Improved Bioavailability at Adipose Tissue
14/11/2024 -
This study focuses on optimizing the demolding process in polyurethane foam (PUR) production evaluating the interaction between different polymeric materials used for mold manufacturing and release...
Superior Conductive, Large Diameter CNT Composite Yarn of Insulative Polymer: Inferences of a Unidirectional Compression?Stretching Technique
16/11/2024 -
Microstructural densification of TPU infiltrated CNT composite yarn havingexceptional electrical conductivity improvement within large diameter.ABSTRACTLarge diameter yet highly conductive Carbon...
Modification of Poly(3-Hydroxybutyrate) with a Linear Polyurethane Modifier and Organic Nanofiller—Preparation and Structure–Property Relationship
13/11/2024 -
The growing demand for products made of polymeric materials, including the commonly used polypropylene (PP), is accompanied by the problem of storing and disposing of non-biodegradable waste,...
Experimental Analysis of the Mechanical Properties of Carbon Foams Under Quasi-Static Compressive Loads
16/11/2024 -
This article sought to determine the response of a carbon foam material derived from polyurethane foam when subjected to a quasi-static compression load. The effects of the foam pore densities and...
A Review of Polyurethane Foams for Multi-Functional and High-Performance Applications
15/11/2024 -
Polyurethane (PU) foams are cellular polymeric materials that have attracted much attention across various industries because of their versatile properties and potential for multifunctional...
Viscoelastic Polyurethane Foam Biocomposites with Enhanced Flame Retardancy
16/11/2024 -
The growing demand for viscoelastic polyurethane foams creates a need for new sustainable raw materials that support cost-effective production while maintaining the desired material performance and...
Exploring the Mechanical and Thermal Impact of Natural Fillers on Thermoplastic Polyurethane and Styrene–Butadiene Rubber Footwear Sole Materials
18/11/2024 -
The increasing concern for sustainability in the footwear industry has spurred the exploration of eco-friendly alternatives for materials commonly used in sole manufacturing. This study examined the...
