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Nonisothermal Crystallization Kinetic of LLDPE/Diatomite/Graphene Nanocomposites Using an Isoconversional Approach 等转换方法研究LLDPE/硅藻土/石墨烯纳米复合材料的非等温结晶动力学
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Advances in Polymer Technology Pub Date : 2026-02-23 DOI: 10.1155/adv/9946272
Qian Guo, Liu Chen, Yanchun Li, Aifeng Jiang, Ramón Artiaga
{"title":"Nonisothermal Crystallization Kinetic of LLDPE/Diatomite/Graphene Nanocomposites Using an Isoconversional Approach","authors":"Qian Guo,&nbsp;Liu Chen,&nbsp;Yanchun Li,&nbsp;Aifeng Jiang,&nbsp;Ramón Artiaga","doi":"10.1155/adv/9946272","DOIUrl":"10.1155/adv/9946272","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE), a semicrystalline polymer featuring short-chain branched architectures, displays crystallization behavior that is highly sensitive to molecular topology and processing conditions. In this study, the nonisothermal crystallization kinetics of LLDPE composites filled with diatomite (DE), graphene (G), and their hybrid (DE/G) were investigated via differential scanning calorimetry (DSC). The Mo method and Vyazovkin’s isoconversional approach were employed to determine the crystallization kinetic parameters. The results indicate that G exerts the most significant nucleation effect on LLDPE crystallization, reducing the crystallization activation energy by 30 kJ/mol, and <i>t</i><sub>1/2</sub> decreases from 0.78 to 0.48 min, and the crystallization rate increases by approximately a factor of 1.63 at a cooling rate of 15 K/min. These variations are primarily attributed to the influence of G on the crystallization rate and melting point of LLDPE.</p>","PeriodicalId":7372,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Polymer Technology","volume":"2026 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2026-02-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/adv/9946272","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147381897","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Structural and Compositional Characteristics of Technical Lignin Derived From Non-Wood Biomass: Bagasse and Kash 从非木材生物质:甘蔗渣和木薯中提取的技术木质素的结构和组成特征
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Advances in Polymer Technology Pub Date : 2026-02-13 DOI: 10.1155/adv/2203670
Md Nur Alam Likhon, M. Mostafizur Rahman, Bo Jiang, Yangcan Jin, M. Sarwar Jahan
{"title":"Structural and Compositional Characteristics of Technical Lignin Derived From Non-Wood Biomass: Bagasse and Kash","authors":"Md Nur Alam Likhon,&nbsp;M. Mostafizur Rahman,&nbsp;Bo Jiang,&nbsp;Yangcan Jin,&nbsp;M. Sarwar Jahan","doi":"10.1155/adv/2203670","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/adv/2203670","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Lignin is one of the available biopolymers on earth, so it can play a vital role in moving toward a bio-based society. In this paper, lignin derived from non-wood sources like bagasse and kash was characterized in order to facilitate its valorization. Lignin obtained from the soda liquor was considered as technical lignin, and it was compared with the acidic dioxane-extracted lignin from the corresponding non-wood. The isolated lignins were characterized using elemental analysis, methoxyl content determination, molecular weight distribution, FT-IR spectroscopy, and advanced NMR techniques (quantitative <sup>31</sup>P and 2D HSQC). The methoxyl groups per C<sub>9</sub> unit in dioxane lignin from bagasse were 1.20, which was slightly higher than that of kash dioxane lignin (1.16/C<sub>9</sub>). Technical lignins showed comparable or slightly lower methoxyl content per C<sub>9</sub> unit. The weight-average molecular weight (Mw) of technical lignin was lower than that of corresponding dioxane lignin. The phenolic hydroxyl groups in technical lignin were higher than those of corresponding dioxane lignin, as observed from <sup>31</sup>P NMR analysis. Furthermore, 2D HSQC NMR analysis showed that both lignins were primarily composed of syringyl (S) and guaiacyl (G) units, with the S-unit type being dominant. These findings provide valuable information on the structural and chemical properties of non-wood lignins, supporting their potential utilization in bio-based applications.</p>","PeriodicalId":7372,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Polymer Technology","volume":"2026 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2026-02-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/adv/2203670","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146217016","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Study and Analysis of the Effects of Increasing Carbon Fiber Layers on the Physical and Creep Characterization Used for Lower Limb Prosthetic Socket Laminations 增加碳纤维层数对下肢假肢窝层复合材料物理和蠕变特性影响的研究与分析
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Advances in Polymer Technology Pub Date : 2026-02-09 DOI: 10.1155/adv/2174071
Noor F. Khdr, Ethar Yahya Salih, Asaad A. H. Alzubaidi
{"title":"Study and Analysis of the Effects of Increasing Carbon Fiber Layers on the Physical and Creep Characterization Used for Lower Limb Prosthetic Socket Laminations","authors":"Noor F. Khdr,&nbsp;Ethar Yahya Salih,&nbsp;Asaad A. H. Alzubaidi","doi":"10.1155/adv/2174071","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/adv/2174071","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Background</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Prosthetic sockets for lower limb amputees are subject to hazardous loading conditions—especially in high ambient temperatures that exacerbate creep behavior, leading to material deformation, increased stress, and reduced comfort and performance.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Aim</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>This study investigates whether integrating carbon fiber layers into conventional Perlon composite laminations can mitigate temperature-induced creep deformation in prosthetic sockets.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Methodology</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Baseline specimens consisted of six-layer Perlon laminations (3p + 0c + 3p). Creep tests were conducted under controlled loads at three temperature levels (room temperature, 40, and 60°C) over predetermined time intervals to evaluate deformation, stress, and strain responses. Hybrid laminations were prepared by inserting one (3p + 1c + 3p), two (3p + 2c + 3p), and three (3p + 3c + 3p) carbon fiber layers centrally within the Perlon layers; identical creep tests were performed on each configuration.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Results</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Compared to room temperature, the baseline (3p + 0c + 3p) specimens exhibited creep deflection increases of 208.8% at 40°C and 272.2% at 60°C. Incorporating one carbon fiber layer (3p + 1c + 3p) reduced this to 102.3% and 250%, respectively. For two carbon layers (3p + 2c + 3p), the increases were 8.75 % at 40°C and 212.8% at 60°C. With three carbon fiber layers (3p + 3c + 3p), creep deformation rose by only 6.2% at 40°C and 110.9% at 60°C. Similar trends were observed in creep strain across the configurations.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Conclusion</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Adding carbon fiber layers to Perlon-based laminations significantly reduces temperature-induced creep deformation in prosthetic sockets. The most effective configuration in this study featured three centrally embedded carbon fiber layers, which offered the greatest mitigation—particularly at moderate temperature increases.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 \u0000 <section>\u0000 \u0000 <h3> Future Directions</h3>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Further studies should evaluate long-term durability under cyclic loading and real-world use conditions, explore optimal layer orientation and thickness, and assess biomechanical implications and manufacturability in clinical settings.</p>\u0000 </section>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":7372,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Polymer Technology","volume":"2026 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2026-02-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/adv/2174071","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146211370","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Recycled Plastics Utilization in Packaging Converting Processes: A Semi-Systematic Review 再生塑料在包装加工中的应用:半系统综述
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Advances in Polymer Technology Pub Date : 2026-01-29 DOI: 10.1155/adv/1728680
Fereshte Mohammadi Khoshoue, Timo Kärki, Ville Leminen
{"title":"Recycled Plastics Utilization in Packaging Converting Processes: A Semi-Systematic Review","authors":"Fereshte Mohammadi Khoshoue,&nbsp;Timo Kärki,&nbsp;Ville Leminen","doi":"10.1155/adv/1728680","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/adv/1728680","url":null,"abstract":"<p>In recent years, increased plastic usage has led to huge amounts of blended plastic waste moving into the environment without proper control. Packaging plastics make up one-half of all waste and plastics disposal poses a significant environmental issue. Consequently, the need for improved recycling of waste plastics and their conversion into new products to decrease the need for additional virgin plastics has increased overtime. Given the growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions, this study examines various converting techniques, including extrusion and injection molding, to assess their effectiveness in the production of food and nonfood packaging from recycled plastics. The study underscores the role of advances in recycling technology and considers how challenges like variability in quality and process compatibility can be addressed. It is noted that enhanced sorting and cleaning methods and chemical recycling play a critical role in the quality and performance improving of recycled plastics. The article emphasizes the potential of recycled plastics for creating high-quality packaging while reducing environmental impact. Future research efforts should focus on enhancing recycling techniques and expanding applications of recycled plastics to promote increased sustainability within the packaging industry.</p>","PeriodicalId":7372,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Polymer Technology","volume":"2026 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2026-01-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/adv/1728680","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146197033","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Progress and Challenges of Using Itaconic Acid for Sustainable, Competitive and Advanced Polymers in Additive Manufacturing 在增材制造中使用衣康酸制造可持续、有竞争力和先进聚合物的进展和挑战
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Advances in Polymer Technology Pub Date : 2026-01-29 DOI: 10.1155/adv/7303252
James A. Dicks
{"title":"Progress and Challenges of Using Itaconic Acid for Sustainable, Competitive and Advanced Polymers in Additive Manufacturing","authors":"James A. Dicks","doi":"10.1155/adv/7303252","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/adv/7303252","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Despite efforts to develop polymeric materials using renewable feedstocks, there is a continued reliance on (meth)acrylates for several additive manufacturing (AM) technologies, diminishing their overall sustainability. On the other hand, itaconic acid presents itself as an opportunity to resolve these shortcomings as a biobased source of unsaturation, produced through enzymatic transformation of starches. A variety of unsaturated oligomers (e.g., poly[ester], poly[ester amide] and poly[ester thioether]) and monomers (e.g., monoesters, diesters, hydroxyesters and non-isocyanate urethanes) have been developed and used in various AM technologies. These materials have been demonstrated across a broad scope of applications, from mechanically competitive materials and nanoparticle-reinforced composites to self-healing and shape memory polymers, as well as biocompatible and biomedical materials. Despite this encouraging progress, however, the synthetic transformations of itaconic acid as well as processing considerations for AM have made advancement within the field a non-trivial task. Herein, the use of itaconic acid is critically examined, highlighting the diversity and challenges of sustainable synthetic avenues, processing constraints in AM, and achieving competitive and advanced materials applied across a range of AM technologies and useful within several important contemporary engineering fields.</p>","PeriodicalId":7372,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Polymer Technology","volume":"2026 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2026-01-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/adv/7303252","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146197035","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Piezoelectric Nanofiber Mats With Enhanced Elastic Recovery for Smart Fabrics 智能织物弹性恢复增强的压电纳米纤维垫
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Advances in Polymer Technology Pub Date : 2026-01-19 DOI: 10.1155/adv/1005608
Yuxin Jiao, Zahra Sepasi, Moein Khakzad, Majid Minary-Jolandan
{"title":"Piezoelectric Nanofiber Mats With Enhanced Elastic Recovery for Smart Fabrics","authors":"Yuxin Jiao,&nbsp;Zahra Sepasi,&nbsp;Moein Khakzad,&nbsp;Majid Minary-Jolandan","doi":"10.1155/adv/1005608","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/adv/1005608","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Piezoelectric polymer nanofibers are promising for wearable electronics due to their mechanical compliance and electromechanical responsiveness. Poly(vinylidene fluoride)-trifluoroethylene (PVDF-TrFE) is widely used for its ferroelectric <i>β</i>-phase and favorable piezoelectric properties, yet its limited elasticity hinders applications in soft bioelectronics. Electrospun PVDF-TrFE mats can stretch through fiber rearrangement but lack true elastic recovery unless molecular interactions and junctions are modified. Achieving nanofiber networks that are both stretchable and piezoelectrically stable under cyclic strain remains a challenge. Here, we report a strategy combining PVDF-TrFE with a small fraction of poly(ethylene glycol) bis(amine) (PEG-diamine) and thermal annealing to form fused nanofibrous mats with enhanced elasticity and stable piezoelectric output. The blended mats doubled the strain-to-failure (~30%) compared to pure PVDF-TrFE (~14%) and showed Mullins-like elastic recovery up to approximately 9% with reduced hysteresis. Piezoelectric response improved by approximately 25% in peak voltage (~150 mV), with greater signal stability. Structural analyses (Fourier-transform infrared [FTIR], differential scanning calorimetry [DSC], and X-ray diffraction [XRD]) confirmed increased <i>β</i>-phase content and selective cross-linking in amorphous domains without compromising ferroelectric order. This work demonstrates a scalable material-based approach to improve elasticity and durability in electrospun piezoelectric fibers, enabling stretchable and skin-conformable sensors for smart fabrics, wearable health monitors, and energy harvesting.</p>","PeriodicalId":7372,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Polymer Technology","volume":"2026 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2026-01-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/adv/1005608","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146091266","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Development of Chitosan: PVA/PEG Polymer Blends for Skin Graft Applications 壳聚糖:聚乙烯醇/聚乙二醇聚合物共混物的研究进展
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Advances in Polymer Technology Pub Date : 2026-01-17 DOI: 10.1155/adv/6644870
Amna Amin Sethi, Eraj Humayun Mirza, Syed Faraz Jawed
{"title":"Development of Chitosan: PVA/PEG Polymer Blends for Skin Graft Applications","authors":"Amna Amin Sethi,&nbsp;Eraj Humayun Mirza,&nbsp;Syed Faraz Jawed","doi":"10.1155/adv/6644870","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/adv/6644870","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Skin grafting is a widely used technique for treating extensive skin injuries such as chronic ulcers, wounds, and burns. Traditional grafting techniques face various challenges, including limited availability, risk of infection, donor site morbidity, and immune rejection. Due to their tailored properties, synthetic skin grafts offer a promising alternative solution to these challenges. This study aims to fabricate polymer blends by integrating the bioactivity of chitosan, derived from natural polymer (chitin), with the mechanical resilience of synthetic polymers—poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA) and poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG). Two Polymer blends, 30CHI:70(PVA/PEG) and 20CHI:80(PVA/PEG), were prepared through physical crosslinking. The pH-responsive and hydrophilic behavior of the blends was evaluated in phosphate-buffered saline (PBS) solution to mimic physiological conditions. Different characterization tests, including tensile testing, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), Fourier transform infrared (FTIR), pH sensitivity, contact angle, antibacterial, cytotoxicity, and thermal analysis, revealed that the 20CHI:80(PVA/PEG) blend demonstrated mechanical resilience, superior hydrophilicity, and pH responsiveness compared to other blends. This polymer also exhibited low shrinkage, controlled swelling, and excellent biocompatibility, making it a suitable candidate for skin graft applications. However, in vivo evaluations are needed to further validate the clinical potential of this blend. The findings of this study highlight the potential of material integration for developing biocompatible, versatile, and viable polymer blends for advanced tissue engineering applications.</p>","PeriodicalId":7372,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Polymer Technology","volume":"2026 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2026-01-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/adv/6644870","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146007857","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Physical, Mechanical and Thermal Properties of an Epoxy Composite Reinforced With Nauclea diderrichii (Bilinga) Wood Particles 双核木颗粒增强环氧复合材料的物理、机械和热性能
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Advances in Polymer Technology Pub Date : 2026-01-17 DOI: 10.1155/adv/4234330
Mbelle Samuel Bisong, Elvis Mbou Tiaya, Claude Takoumbe, Honore Tchoumeni Tchami, Jacqueline Mefoung Djoukouo
{"title":"Physical, Mechanical and Thermal Properties of an Epoxy Composite Reinforced With Nauclea diderrichii (Bilinga) Wood Particles","authors":"Mbelle Samuel Bisong,&nbsp;Elvis Mbou Tiaya,&nbsp;Claude Takoumbe,&nbsp;Honore Tchoumeni Tchami,&nbsp;Jacqueline Mefoung Djoukouo","doi":"10.1155/adv/4234330","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/adv/4234330","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Developing new materials by recovering waste materials in the polymer reinforcement process helps to protect the environment and ensure a circular economy for these waste materials when they reach the end of their life cycle. This study shows the possibility of developing a new composite with <i>bilinga</i> and epoxy resin waste. Composites were realised by using cold pressure moulding technique with different pressures, particle sizes and reinforcement rate. Physical tests were carrying out to determine moisture content, water absorption rate and density by using a gravimetric method. Three-point bending tests were used to determine flexural Young modulus and maximum break stress. Asymmetric Hot plane method with insulated rear face were used to determine thermal conductivity of composites. Results obtained show that moisture content varies from 2.3% to 6.65% and water absorption rate from 61% to 191%. These results allow us to say that this composite material has a hydrophilicity character. Young’s modulus of these materials is between 117 and 1951 MPa. Breaking stress of these composite materials is between 0.5 and 12.5 MPa. Results show that increasing compaction pressure also increases the mechanical properties of composite, as shown by standard EN312 for used in dry and humid environments. The thermal conductivity of the composite in between 0.18 and 0.27 W m<sup>−1</sup> K<sup>−1</sup>. These results confirm that the composite materials produced can be used in furniture manufacturing, thermal insulation for homes and ceilings, and the development of sandwich materials.</p>","PeriodicalId":7372,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Polymer Technology","volume":"2026 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2026-01-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/adv/4234330","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146002457","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Selective TREF Fraction Removal: A Method to Enhance Crystallinity and Microhardness in Propylene–1-Pentene Copolymers 选择性去除TREF馏分:提高丙烯- 1-戊烯共聚物结晶度和显微硬度的方法
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Advances in Polymer Technology Pub Date : 2026-01-07 DOI: 10.1155/adv/5522627
Muhamed A. Sweed, Ali Almaktoof
{"title":"Selective TREF Fraction Removal: A Method to Enhance Crystallinity and Microhardness in Propylene–1-Pentene Copolymers","authors":"Muhamed A. Sweed,&nbsp;Ali Almaktoof","doi":"10.1155/adv/5522627","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/adv/5522627","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Innovative advancements in polyolefin chemistries are critically important to develop industrial applications that require an ability of either superior performance levels or minimal expense. While temperature rising elution fractionation (TREF) is a well-established analytical technique for characterising polyolefin heterogeneity, its use as a preparative tool for actively engineering properties remains underexplored. This research investigated the effects of continual extraction of fractions of copolymers, through either molecular fractioning or selective fractions, for propylene–1-pentene copolymers, on structure–property relationships. Moving beyond the established correlation between elution temperature and comonomer content, this study demonstrates how the strategic subtraction of amorphous-rich or crystalline-rich fractions can systematically tune the bulk material’s properties. Conditions were created to allow for systematic removal of selected fractions while characterising the remaining polymer by density-based fractional crystallinity, differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), <sup>13</sup>C NMR, micro-hardness testing and positron annihilation lifetime spectroscopy (PALS). This study has demonstrated the potential to directly enhance the crystallinity and microhardness of the copolymer by selectively removing amorphous-rich fractions. More importantly, it establishes ‘selective fraction removal’ as a proof-of-concept for a new materials design strategy. In contrast, it is not very likely that removing fractions of highly crystalline-based polymer will create improvements to properties. In addition, this study has shown that selectable fractions provide an effective means to tune polymer properties at the laboratory scale. While the method demonstrates potential, its industrial scalability would require further research and methodological adaptation.</p>","PeriodicalId":7372,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Polymer Technology","volume":"2026 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2026-01-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/adv/5522627","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145993891","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Degradation of Poly(3-Hydroxybutyrate) by Potassium Phosphate 磷酸钾降解聚3-羟基丁酸酯的研究
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Advances in Polymer Technology Pub Date : 2026-01-02 DOI: 10.1155/adv/8875086
Andrew J. Cal, Rena E. Kibblewhite, Charles C. Lee
{"title":"Degradation of Poly(3-Hydroxybutyrate) by Potassium Phosphate","authors":"Andrew J. Cal,&nbsp;Rena E. Kibblewhite,&nbsp;Charles C. Lee","doi":"10.1155/adv/8875086","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1155/adv/8875086","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate) (PHB) is a biodegradable polymer that represents a potential replacement for some traditional plastics. The properties of PHB are impacted by many variables including its molecular weight. There are many applications that can be fulfilled by low molecular weight PHB (LMWPHB). We have investigated the use of potassium phosphate (K<sub>2</sub>HPO<sub>4</sub>) as a catalyst for degrading PHB. Potassium phosphate was demonstrated to degrade the polymer in a concentration-dependent manner. Low concentrations (0.2%) of K<sub>2</sub>HPO<sub>4</sub> decreased the thermal stability of the polymer and rapidly reduced the molecular weight. Comparisons to related chemicals (potassium sulfate, potassium chloride, calcium phosphate, and sodium phosphate) demonstrated that the K<sub>2</sub>HPO<sub>4</sub> had the greatest effect on thermostability. Low amounts of K<sub>2</sub>HPO<sub>4</sub>, but not other salts, led to a decrease in the crystallization temperature and bimodal melting behavior, indicative of the formation of smaller crystallites. This is the first report of the use of K<sub>2</sub>HPO<sub>4</sub> to convert PHB into lower molecular weight species.</p>","PeriodicalId":7372,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Polymer Technology","volume":"2026 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2026-01-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1155/adv/8875086","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145891403","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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