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Disassembly of Elastomers: Poly(olefin sulfone)−Silicones with Switchable Mechanical Properties

Title

Disassembly of Elastomers: Poly(olefin sulfone)−Silicones with Switchable Mechanical Properties

Publication Type
Journal Article
Year of Publication
2010
Journal
Macromolecules
Volume
43
Pagination
10422–10426
Date Published
dec
ISSN
0024-9297
Abstract
An elastomeric polymer composite that can be disassembled at will into its individual components when exposed to mild bases is presented. The composite is formed of a poly(olefin sulfone) and a silicone bound together using “click” chem. The mech. properties of the composites can be varied depending on their formulation. Its base-triggered decompn. is advantageous from the point of view of composite recycling and controlled release of chems. [on SciFinder(R)]