High-performance thermoset with 100 % bio-based carbon content

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Abstract

This paper describes the development of a novel high-performance thermoset based on epoxidized linseed oil and pure crystalline citric acid (CA). Fully bio-based polymer networks are generated and CA is shown to be a very efficient hardener for epoxidized plant oils. Comprehensive processing-structure-property relationships are established and optimum curing parameters are derived. The thermoset's polymer physical property profile (incl. high stiffness and strength) reveals its great potential to substitute petrochemical based resins.

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Original languageEnglish
Article number109284
Number of pages9
JournalPolymer Degradation and Stability
Volume181.2020
Issue numberNovember
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 22 Jul 2020