Abstract
The thermal and structural stability of sulfonated cross-linked PEEK (polyether ether ketone) and its silicon containing
class II hybrid derivatives were characterized by combination of mass spectrometry, infrared
spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction, thermogravimetric analysis, and differential scanning calorimetry. Thermodynamic
properties of the hybrids were determined, including glass-transition temperature, degree of
crystallinity, and thermal stability. The decomposition processes of the hybrid polymers could be consistently
interpreted and their energetics quantitatively determined. The introduction of inorganic silanol moieties
improves the thermal stability compared to sulfonated products.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Journal of Physical Chemistry Part B: Condensed Matter, Materials, Surfaces, Interfaces & Biophysical |
Volume | 110 |
Pages (from-to) | 15817-15823 |
ISSN | 1520-6106 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2006 |
Externally published | Yes |