Kyujin Ko, Krishnaroop Chaudhuri, Junyong Park, Sanghyuk Wooh, Benjamin M. Yavitt, Jonathan T. Pham
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Abstract
Dynamically crosslinked polymer networks, characterized by non-permanent bonds, offer unique viscoelastic properties that can be used for various applications such as self-healing coatings and reusable adhesives. This study investigates the spreading behavior of a silicone polymer network with dynamic imine bonds, focusing on the relationship between material properties and spreading dynamics. We prepare polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) networks with varied rheological properties by adjusting the ratio of amine and aldehyde groups and curing conditions. The spreading of PDMS spherical drops is investigated on surfaces with different surface energies, with the process quantified by measuring the contact length and height over time. Our findings reveal that higher modulus spheres spread more slowly, and that the spreading length increases more on high energy surfaces. This research could provide insights for developing coatings and adhesives with tunable properties by studying the interaction between transiently-crosslinked polymers and substrates during spreading.
期刊介绍:
Journal of Polymer Research provides a forum for the prompt publication of articles concerning the fundamental and applied research of polymers. Its great feature lies in the diversity of content which it encompasses, drawing together results from all aspects of polymer science and technology.
As polymer research is rapidly growing around the globe, the aim of this journal is to establish itself as a significant information tool not only for the international polymer researchers in academia but also for those working in industry. The scope of the journal covers a wide range of the highly interdisciplinary field of polymer science and technology.