Soft thermoplastic silicone elastomer via supramolecular chemistry

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Abstract

Traditionally polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) elastomers are prepared by chemical crosslinking reactions.1 As a result, a covalently bonded polymer network is formed, which gives elastomeric properties.2 However, since the polymer backbones are covalently interconnected, elastomers are relatively difficult to process and recycle. To overcome these drawbacks, different approaches have been applied to form thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) including self-assemblies through supramolecular interactions.3 Here, we present an ultra-soft TPE by the combination of urea and 2-ureido-4[1H]-pyrimidone (UPy), possessing two hydrogen bond (H-bond) acceptors and donors.
Original languageEnglish
Publication date2020
Number of pages1
Publication statusPublished - 2020
EventAmerican Chemical Society Fall 2020 Virtual Meeting & Expo: Moving Chemistry From Bench to Market -
Duration: 17 Aug 202020 Aug 2020

Conference

ConferenceAmerican Chemical Society Fall 2020 Virtual Meeting & Expo
Period17/08/202020/08/2020

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