Rapid prediction of poly (butylene adipate-co-terephthalate)/poly (glycolic acid) (PBAT/PGA) agricultural films based on UV-accelerated aging tests with applicability to the environment
Available online 6 June 2025
Biodegradable plastic mulches (BPMs) possess great possibility as alternative materials for traditional non-degradable agricultural films. However, research on the degradation behaviors of biodegradable...
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Highly thermally conductive and insulating aramid/polyphenylene sulfide composite paper with gradient and sandwich structures
Available online 24 May 2025
With rapid industrial development, effective thermal management has become essential for modern insulating materials. However, conventional aramid paper-based materials face substantial challenges in...
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Triethylenetetramine-modified ammonium polyphosphate as charring agent for enhanced flame retardancy in ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer
Available online 22 May 2025
In this study, a novel charring agent (TETA-APP) was prepared via ion exchange reaction between triethylenetetramine (TETA) and ammonium polyphosphate (APP). It was characterized by fourier transform...
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Mechanically Strong, Stretchable and Self-healable Silicone Elastomers with Designed Dynamic Networks for Exceptional Self-Adhesion under Harsh Conditions
Available online 21 May 2025
Silicone elastomers with wide-temperature stability and excellent mechanical flexibility have attracted considerable interest in both academic and industrial fields. However, the highly cross-linked...
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Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate) biodegradation by a novel thermophilic Actinomadura sp. SCN-SB with microbial upcycling potential
Available online 15 May 2025
Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate) (PHBV) is a biodegradable and biocompatible biopolymer with promising applications in food packaging and biomedical fields. However, its degradation under...
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High-pressure hydrogen effects on thermoplastics: A comprehensive review of permeation, decompression failure, and mechanical properties
Available online 15 May 2025
Hydrogen energy is widely regarded as a clean and sustainable alternative to fossil fuel. Among various hydrogen storage options, high-pressure gas cylinders, especially Type IV composite cylinders,...
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Advances in lead-free flexible piezoelectric materials for energy and evolving applications
Available online 6 May 2025
The review highlights the advancements in flexible lead-free piezoelectric materials, emphasizing their potential for energy harvesting and sustainable energy. Although normal piezoelectric materials...
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Engineering flame and mechanical properties of natural plant-based fibre biocomposites
April 2025
The escalating global concerns surrounding unsustainable petroleum consumption have fueled interest in natural plant fiber polymer biocomposites (NFPCs) as eco-friendly alternatives. NFPCs offer advantages...
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Advancements in Poly(ionic liquid) composites with carbon nanomaterials
April 2025
Carbon nanomaterials have become essential in modern daily life. Their porous nature and good electrical conductivity are critical for composite applications. However, their inherent van der Waals forces...
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Synergistic effects of Psidium guajava and copper nanoparticles reinforced hybrid Hydrogel for tissue engineering
April 2025
Hydrogels are biopolymers proficient in engrossing much water in their 3D network structure. However, single-polymer hydrogels frequently experience poor physio-mechanical properties, confining their...
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Graphene nanoplatelet induced microphase separation in poly(ether-block-amide)s
April 2025
The inclusion of graphene nanoplatelets (GNP) in segmented block copolymers offers a route to manipulate microphase separation for tailoring the mechanical properties of thermoplastic elastomers. GNP...
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Physicochemically modified polymer-based fluidic gates with tunable wetting properties for intelligent liquid manipulations
April 2025
The creation of a selective flow path and the regulation of a flow rate are of critical importance for polymer-based devices that manipulate liquid at the microscale. The formation of a 3D interconnected...
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4D printing of high-performance shape memory polymer with double covalent adaptive networks
April 2025
Achieving 4D printing of shape memory polymers with both high strength and high transition temperature remains challenging due to the inherent incompatibility between the rigid molecular structure required...
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Phase separation behavior of polymer modified asphalt by molecular dynamics and phase field method: A review
April 2025
The research on the micro-compatibility mechanisms of polymer-modified asphalt is crucial for the field of road engineering. In-depth exploration and understanding in this area is highly challenged...
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Synthesis of an environmentally friendly P–N synergistic flame retardant and its effect on the properties of epoxy resin
April 2025
Additive flame retardants are increasingly frequently used in the current research on flame retardant techniques for polymer materials. In this work, 2-aminopyrazine and spiro-phosphorus oxychloride...
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Constructing a biomass flame retardant for fire-safe, thermal management, and compressive strength application of polybutylene adipate terephthalate/ polylactic acid foams
April 2025
Poly (butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) (PBAT) and polylactic acid (PLA) as a biodegradable thermoplastic material have been expected to replace traditional undegradable plastics. However, PBAT resins...
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Recent advancement in MXene-based nanomaterials for flame retardant polymers and composites
Available online 14 March 2025
This review explores the advancements in MXene-based nanomaterials as flame-retardant additives for polymers and composites, driven by increasing fire safety demands across industries. It highlights...
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Re-evaluating bioplastic blend wastes through mechanical recycling and chemical modification
Available online 8 March 2025
The escalating environmental challenges posed by conventional plastics have amplified the importance of biodegradable polymers as sustainable alternatives. However, addressing their recyclability and...
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PDMS microspheres as rheological additives for PDMS-based DIW inks
January 2025
Direct Ink Writing holds vast potential for additive manufacturing with broad material compatibility as long as appropriate rheological properties are exhibited by the material of choice. Additives...
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A comprehensive review of fiber-reinforced topology optimization for advanced polymer composites produced by automated manufacturing
January 2025
This review paper focuses on Fiber-Reinforced Topology Optimization (FRTO) methods for automated manufacturing techniques, addressing topology and morphology optimization. Accordingly, the review introduces...
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The role of polysaccharide-based biodegradable soft polymers in the healthcare sector
January 2025
Bio-based polymers have garnered significant interest across the manufacturing industry, global economy, and various engineering disciplines such as packaging, tissue engineering, controlled drug delivery,...
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A tannic acid-based intumescent flame retardant for improving flame retardancy of epoxy composites
January 2025
A biomass intumescent flame retardant (TA-g-DOPO) was fabricated from tannic acid (TA) and 9, 10-dihydro-9-oxa-10-phosphaphenanthrene-10-oxide (DOPO) through the bridge of silane coupling agent (KH560),...
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Towards a new era of 2D materials-based multifunctional composite films: From innovation to evolution
January 2025
Novel 2D materials are now at the forefront of developing advanced multifunctional composite films, due to their fascinating properties. Particularly, graphene and MXene-based 2D materials are recognized...
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Highly-efficient flame-retarding unsaturated polyester resin via the designation of an expansive flame retardant
January 2025
Unsaturated polyester resins (UPR) are commonly used in electronics manufacturing and traditional construction, but their inherent flammability greatly limits their use. An expansive flame retardant...
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Synergistic enhancement in mechanical properties of graphene/MWCNT reinforced Polyaryletherketone – carbon fiber multi-scale composites: Experimental studies and finite element analysis
January 2025
This investigation focuses on the synergistic performance improvement in graphene/MWCNT reinforced Polyaryletherketone (PAEK) - carbon fiber (CF) multi-scale composites. FTIR revealed the chemical interactions...
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