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View article: Processability Map of a Recyclable Thermoplastic for Structural Applications. Kinetics of Induction Period
Processability Map of a Recyclable Thermoplastic for Structural Applications. Kinetics of Induction Period Open
View article: Manufacturing of a sustainable wind turbine blade with the recovery materials from original blade
Manufacturing of a sustainable wind turbine blade with the recovery materials from original blade Open
While most components of wind turbines (WTs) can be recycled, the blades present a significant challenge. Made from thermoset resin composites, these blades are difficult to recycle at the end of their service life. Although several recycl…
View article: Achieving rapid foaming in self-blown non-isocyanate polyurethane foams via controlled epoxy functionality in cyclic carbonates
Achieving rapid foaming in self-blown non-isocyanate polyurethane foams via controlled epoxy functionality in cyclic carbonates Open
View article: Recyclability and self-healing capability in reinforced ionic elastomers
Recyclability and self-healing capability in reinforced ionic elastomers Open
View article: Composites Based on Eucalyptus Nitens Leaves and Natural Rubber as a Valuable Alternative for the Development of Elastomeric Materials with Low Microbiological Impact
Composites Based on Eucalyptus Nitens Leaves and Natural Rubber as a Valuable Alternative for the Development of Elastomeric Materials with Low Microbiological Impact Open
The forest industry produces several low-value by-products, such as bark, sawdust, limbs, and leaves, that are not ultimately disposed of and remain in the forests and sawmill facilities. Among these by-products are leaves, which contain n…
View article: Unveiling the potential of self-healing and closed-loop recyclability in bio-based non-isocyanate polyurethane
Unveiling the potential of self-healing and closed-loop recyclability in bio-based non-isocyanate polyurethane Open
ST acknowledges grant PID2020-119546RJ-I00 funded by MCIN/ AEI/10.13039/501100011033 and Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities of Spain for a Juan de la Cierva contract (FCJI-201734621).
View article: Self-blowing, hybrid non-isocyanate polyurethane foams produced at room temperature
Self-blowing, hybrid non-isocyanate polyurethane foams produced at room temperature Open
Self-blowing polyurethane foams are essential for several everyday applications, yet their traditional production involves fossil-derived products and hazardous isocyanate compounds. Thus, research into isocyanate-free polyurethane foams i…
View article: Sustainable composites with self‐healing capability: Epoxidized natural rubber and cellulose propionate reinforced with cellulose fibers
Sustainable composites with self‐healing capability: Epoxidized natural rubber and cellulose propionate reinforced with cellulose fibers Open
Aligned with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), self‐healing elastomers stand out as a cutting‐edge field in Rubber Science and Technology. These materials have the potential to reduce resource consumption, prolong the lifespan…
View article: Optimal processing conditions of a bio-based epoxy synthesized from vanillyl alcohol
Optimal processing conditions of a bio-based epoxy synthesized from vanillyl alcohol Open
This work provides a comprehensive thermomechanical and rheological characterization of a high-performance epoxy resin synthesized from a vanillin derivative, vanillyl alcohol. The study includes a complete analysis of the curing and decom…
View article: Design and Study of Novel Composites Based on EPDM Rubber Containing Bismuth (III) Oxide and Graphene Nanoplatelets for Gamma Radiation Shielding
Design and Study of Novel Composites Based on EPDM Rubber Containing Bismuth (III) Oxide and Graphene Nanoplatelets for Gamma Radiation Shielding Open
The mechanical, thermal and gamma radiation attenuation properties of ethylene–propylene–diene monomer (EPDM)-based composites containing graphene nanoplatelets (GNs) and bismuth (III) oxide nanoparticles (B) were investigated. The use of …
View article: Bio-Based Dual Dynamic Hardener for Reprocessable and Recyclable Bio-Based Epoxy Vitrimer
Bio-Based Dual Dynamic Hardener for Reprocessable and Recyclable Bio-Based Epoxy Vitrimer Open
View article: Unveiling the Potential of Self-Healing and Closed-Loop Recyclability in Bio-Based Non-Isocyanate Polyurethane
Unveiling the Potential of Self-Healing and Closed-Loop Recyclability in Bio-Based Non-Isocyanate Polyurethane Open
View article: Unlocking the potential of self-healing and recyclable ionic elastomers for soft robotics applications
Unlocking the potential of self-healing and recyclable ionic elastomers for soft robotics applications Open
Mechanically strong, self-healing and recyclable rubber-based ionic elastomers for soft robotics hand.
View article: Analysis of a small recyclable wind turbine blade
Analysis of a small recyclable wind turbine blade Open
The wind energy industry is constantly seeking lower levelized cost of energy (LCOE) and also to improve its environmental and social sustainability. Thermoplastic resins are considered to be key to recycling wind turbine blades in the bes…
View article: New recyclable and self-healing elastomer composites using waste from toner cartridges
New recyclable and self-healing elastomer composites using waste from toner cartridges Open
Product recycling reintroduces what is discarded as waste and minimizes the environmental impact on our society. Among the different types of waste from electrical and electronic equipment, toner recycling often falls short, downcycling pl…
View article: Fluorosilicone Composites with Functionalized Graphene Oxide for Advanced Applications
Fluorosilicone Composites with Functionalized Graphene Oxide for Advanced Applications Open
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View article: New insights into the molecular structure and dynamics of a recyclable and ionically crosslinked carboxylated nitrile rubber (XNBR)
New insights into the molecular structure and dynamics of a recyclable and ionically crosslinked carboxylated nitrile rubber (XNBR) Open
View article: Corrosion control by autonomous self-healing epoxy coatings based on superabsorbent healing agents
Corrosion control by autonomous self-healing epoxy coatings based on superabsorbent healing agents Open
Metallic corrosion is an all-time dangerous and extremely expensive problem. Here, we present an autonomous self-healing polymer coating based on an epoxy resin and superabsorbent polymer (SAP) blend as an anticorrosion coating. Tailor-mad…
View article: Self-Healing Elastomers: A sustainable solution for automotive applications
Self-Healing Elastomers: A sustainable solution for automotive applications Open
View article: Poly(ethylene-co-methacrylic acid) coated carbon fiber for self-healing composites
Poly(ethylene-co-methacrylic acid) coated carbon fiber for self-healing composites Open
View article: Poly(methyl methacrylate) as Healing Agent for Carbon Fibre Reinforced Epoxy Composites
Poly(methyl methacrylate) as Healing Agent for Carbon Fibre Reinforced Epoxy Composites Open
Self-healing materials offer a potential solution to the problem of damage to fibre-reinforced plastics (FRPs) by allowing for the in-service repair of composite materials at a lower cost, in less time, and with improved mechanical propert…
View article: Recent Progress of Non-Isocyanate Polyurethane Foam and Their Challenges
Recent Progress of Non-Isocyanate Polyurethane Foam and Their Challenges Open
Polyurethane foams (PUFs) are a significant group of polymeric foam materials. Thanks to their outstanding mechanical, chemical, and physical properties, they are implemented successfully in a wide range of applications. Conventionally, PU…
View article: Development of Sustainable, Mechanically Strong, and Self-Healing Bio-Thermoplastic Elastomers Reinforced with Alginates
Development of Sustainable, Mechanically Strong, and Self-Healing Bio-Thermoplastic Elastomers Reinforced with Alginates Open
New bio-thermoplastic elastomer composites with self-healing capacities based on epoxidized natural rubber and polycaprolactone blends reinforced with alginates were developed. This group of salts act as natural reinforcing fillers, increa…
View article: Synthesis of Novel Non-Isocyanate Polyurethane/Functionalized Boron Nitride Composites
Synthesis of Novel Non-Isocyanate Polyurethane/Functionalized Boron Nitride Composites Open
Poly(hydroxyurethanes) (PHUs) have been suggested as isocyanate-free, low-toxicity alternatives to polyurethanes (PUs). However, PHUs present low mechanical properties due to the presence of side reactions that limit the production of high…
View article: Solving the Dichotomy between Self‐Healing and Mechanical Properties in Rubber Composites by Combining Reinforcing and Sustainable Fillers
Solving the Dichotomy between Self‐Healing and Mechanical Properties in Rubber Composites by Combining Reinforcing and Sustainable Fillers Open
The dichotomy between mechanical performance and repairability is a well‐known fact in the self‐healing field. One alternative to overcome this trade‐off is the inclusion of reinforcing fillers. In this research, hybrid reinforced self‐hea…
View article: Manufacturing, Testing and Recycling of a small recyclable wind turbine blade
Manufacturing, Testing and Recycling of a small recyclable wind turbine blade Open
Thermoplastic resins are likely to replace thermoset resins in wind blade manufacturing, as their similar structural properties together with their recyclability would enable the reuse of the raw materials in other composites at the end of…
View article: The Final Frontier of Sustainable Materials: Current Developments in Self-Healing Elastomers
The Final Frontier of Sustainable Materials: Current Developments in Self-Healing Elastomers Open
It is impossible to describe the recent progress of our society without considering the role of polymers; however, for a broad audience, “polymer” is usually related to environmental pollution. The poor disposal and management of polymeric…
View article: Use of Novel Non-Toxic Bismuth Catalyst for the Preparation of Flexible Polyurethane Foam
Use of Novel Non-Toxic Bismuth Catalyst for the Preparation of Flexible Polyurethane Foam Open
Foam products are one of the largest markets for polyurethane (PU) and are heavily used in many sectors. However, current PU formulations use highly toxic and environmentally unfriendly production processes. Meanwhile, the increasing envir…
View article: Understanding the Molecular Dynamics of Dual Crosslinked Networks by Dielectric Spectroscopy
Understanding the Molecular Dynamics of Dual Crosslinked Networks by Dielectric Spectroscopy Open
The combination of vulcanizing agents is an adequate strategy to develop multiple networks that consolidate the best of different systems. In this research, sulfur (S), and zinc oxide ( ZnO) were combined as vulcanizing agents in a matrix …
View article: CCDC 2022555: Experimental Crystal Structure Determination
CCDC 2022555: Experimental Crystal Structure Determination Open