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Thermoplastic in-situ Molecular Composites

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  15 February 2011

D. R. Wiff
Affiliation:
GenCorp Research, 2990 Gilchrist Road, Akron, Ohio 44305
G. M. Lenke
Affiliation:
GenCorp Research, 2990 Gilchrist Road, Akron, Ohio 44305
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Abstract

The basic concepts of in-situ molecular composite formation are presented with a polyazomethine/nylon 6 system as an example. All the encouraging attributes of molecular reinforcement - increased Tg, solvent resistance and mechanical properties were observed. This provides a commodity resin, such as nylon 6, with properties normally associated with higher priced engineering/specialty resins.

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Copyright © Materials Research Society 1993

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