Polyurethanes

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Influence of diol chain extender on self-healing polyurethane coatings

In a new work scientists investigated the influence of diol chain extender on the morphology and the properties of thermally-triggered UV-stable self-healing...

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A biomimetic hierarchical structure constructed from waterborne polyurethanes

Recently scientists developed a biomimetic hierarchical structure with a hydrophilic surface and a hydrophobic subsurface constructed from waterborne polyurethanes ...

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Water-borne polyurethane–silver nanoparticle antibacterial coating

An antibacterial coating composed of silver nanoparticles and water-borne polyurethane was synthesised for use on synthetic leather.

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Waterborne polyurethane based on AAS-Na and LDMPA

In a recently published paper, aliphatic diamine sulphonate (AAS-Na) and liquefiable dimethylol propionic acid (LDMPA) were used together to synthesise waterborne...

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Water-borne polyurethane-ureas with plant extracts

Aim of a new study was the development of water-borne polyurethane-ureas added with plant extracts. The scientists examined different incorporation routes and ...

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Biobased polyurethane thermosets from renewable materials

Scientists have synthesized flexible, hard, and tough biobased polyurethane thermosets from renewable materials, i.e. glycerol and 10-undecenoic acid.

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Synthesis and characterization of castor oil-based polyurethane acrylate

In a recently published paper scientists propose the synthesis and characterization of novel renewable castor oil-based UV-curable polyfunctional polyurethane ...

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New adhesives for bonding of displays

Delo extends its product range with two adhesives that are suitable for fixing display frames – a one-component, light-activated urethane polymer and a two-component...

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Waterborne polyurethane acrylate coatings with low gloss effect

Researchers have employed a simple method to produce low gloss waterborne polyurethane acrylate coatings that work without dulling agents.

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Highly flame-retardant bio-based polyurethanes

Reactive flame-retardants (RFR) based on aliphatic and aromatic structured bromine compounds were synthesised and used to prepare bio-based polyurethane using ...

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UV-curable polyurethane acrylate coatings mitigate tin whisker growth

Tin whisker growth phenomenon, which can lead to short circuits in the electronic components and boards, becomes more critical in lead-free electronics. One ...

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Global market study on automotive refinish coatings published

The automotive refinish coating market is directly linked to the automotive market and has seen substantial growth in the last decade. According to a new study,...

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Self-healing polyurethane containing carboxyl groups

Self-healing polymer is a kind of intelligent material with the capability to repair damage automatically. In a paper, a type of polyurethane containing carboxyl ...

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Performance of alkyd polyurethane coatings with hyperbranched alkyd

A study investigates the effect of branching in hyperbranched alkyd on the performance of alkyd polyurethane coatings.