Additive-Free and Support-Free 3D Printing of Thermosetting Polymers with Isotropic Mechanical Properties.
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DOI: 10.1021/acsami.0c19608
Abstract: The democratization of thermoplastic 3D printing is rooted in the ease of processing enabled by economical melting and shaping. Thermosetting polymers, on the other hand, have not enjoyed this advantage given that thermosetting resins cannot… read more here.
Keywords: thermosetting polymers; rheology; printing; printing thermosetting ... See more keywords
Selective cleavage of ester linkages of anhydride-cured epoxy using a benign method and reuse of the decomposed polymer in new epoxy preparation
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DOI: 10.1039/c7gc01737e
Abstract: Thermosetting polymers possess high dimensional stability, chemical resistance and thermal stability, and they are indispensable for many applications. However, conventional thermosetting polymers cannot be reprocessed and reshaped due to their permanent cross-linked structure. Therefore, recycling… read more here.
Keywords: thermosetting polymers; anhydride cured; epoxy using; cured epoxy ... See more keywords
Upcycling of thermosetting polymers into high-value materials.
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DOI: 10.1039/d2mh01128j
Abstract: Thermosetting polymers, a large class of polymers featuring excellent properties, have been widely used and play an irreplaceable role in our life. Nevertheless, they are arduous to be recycled or reused on account of their… read more here.
Keywords: polymers high; high value; upcycling thermosetting; value ... See more keywords
Evaluation of Microbial Degradation of Thermoplastic and Thermosetting Polymers by Environmental Isolates
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DOI: 10.3390/coatings14080982
Abstract: In this study, a microbial–enzymatic strategy was pursued to address the challenge of degrading thermoplastic and thermosetting polymers. Environmental microorganisms were isolated, and their enzymatic activities were assessed using colorimetric assays to evaluate their potential… read more here.
Keywords: degradation; thermoplastic thermosetting; microbial degradation; polymers environmental ... See more keywords