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Investigation of the electropolymerization of o‐toluidine and p‐phenylenediamine and their electrocopolymerization by in situ ultraviolet–visible spectroelectrochemistry
Authors: Zhang Guirong , Zhang Aijian , Liu Xiuli , Zhao Shufeng , Zhang Jingbo , Lu Jiaxing 
Published: October 2009

AbstractUnder the conditions of potentiostatic electrolysis, the electropolymerization of o‐toluidine (OT) and para‐phenylenediamine (PPDA) and the electrocopolymerization between OT and PPDA on an indium tin oxide (ITO) conductive glass electrode at potentials of 0.7, 0.8, and 0.9 V were studied in detail by in situ ultraviolet–visible (UV–vis) spectrometry in 0.5 mol/L sulfuric acid media. It was shown that both OT and PPDA could be electropolymerized on the ITO electrode, which depended on the applied electrolysis potential and the concentration of the monomer. Furthermore, in situ UV–vis spectra indicated that the electrocopolymerization between OT and PPDA could happen. The presence of PPDA not only promoted polymerization but also accelerated polymerization, which was attributed to the formation of an intermediate result from the coupling of PPDA and the toluidine monomer cation radical. PPDA could be incorporated into the copolymer to make the copolymer have a phenazine or phenazine‐like cyclic structure, which was proven by the reflectance Fourier transform infrared spectra of the polymer and copolymer. The scanning electron microscopy morphology images of the polymers obtained showed that, in addition to accelerating polymerization, PPDA also could change the method of nucleation for the polymer to make the copolymer possess a fibrous surface morphology. The diameter of the fibroid copolymer was about 100 nm, and the length of that reached about 1000 nm. In the article, a newer concerned mechanism of copolymerization was proposed. © 2009 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci, 2010
The effect of glycidyl methacrylate treatment of empty fruit bunch (EFB) on the properties of ultra‐violet radiation cured EFB‐unsaturated polyester composite
Authors: Rozman H. D. , Rozyanty A. R. , Tay G. S. , Kumar R. N. 
Published: October 2009

AbstractIn this study, biofiber composites cured by ultra‐violet, were produced using pulp made from empty fruit bunch (EFB) as the reinforcing agent and unsaturated polyester as the matrix. The conversion of EFB fibers into pulp was carried out using organosolv pulping process. The EFB pulp was then chemically treated with glycidyl methacrylate (GMA) to different percentage of weight percent gain and the composites were made with different percentages of pulp loading. Results showed that the Kappa number of EFB decreased as the NaOH concentration in organosolv pulping increased. Composites which were made from GMA‐treated EFB showed better mechanical properties (tensile, flexural, and impact strength) than those of the unmodified. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy showed peaks that proved the occurrence of grafting between GMA and OH from EFB pulp. Scanning electron microscope analysis showed the evidence of the enhancement of the compatibility between EFB and matrix. © 2009 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci, 2010
Epoxy composites reinforced by different size silica nanoparticles
Authors: Ou Cheng‐Fang , Shiu Ming‐Chin 
Published: October 2009

AbstractThree series of epoxy/SiO2 composites, containing 0.3–7 wt % nanosized SiO2 with different specific surface area, were prepared by solution blending. The resulting composites exhibit the higher glass transition temperature (Tg) than that of pure epoxy. The Tg of composite showed a maximum increment of 35.3°C by the addition of 7 wt % A300. The trade name of A300 is Aerosil 300. It is one of the fumed silica nanoparticles products of Degussa. The decomposition temperatures (Td) of composites were always higher than that of pure epoxy and showed a maximum increment of 20.8°C by the addition of 5 wt % A300. The light transmittance of composites was as a function of the SiO2 content and size. The water permeability of composites decreased with increasing SiO2 content and the 7 wt % A300 composite exhibits a maximum decrement percentage of 35.6%. The Tg, Td, storage modulus, and water‐vapor barrier property are as a function of the SiO2 content and size. These properties increased as the content of SiO2 increased. The finer SiO2 are more effective in increasing the Tg, Td, and water‐vapor barrier property. © 2009 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci, 2010
P‐V‐T measurements on PMMA : PbTiO3 polymer‐ceramic composites with tunable thermal expansion
Authors: Chandra Amreesh , Best A. , Meyer W. H. , Wegner G. 
Published: October 2009

AbstractResults of Pressure‐Volume‐Temperature measurement on Poly(methyl methacrylate) : Lead Titanate, PMMA : PbTiO3, composite system in the pressure and temperature range 0–200 MPa and 300–473 K, respectively, are presented. The thermal expansion coefficient in PMMA : PbTiO3 composite is expected to be quite complex because the polymer has positive thermal expansion coefficient, whereas the filler has a negative thermal expansion coefficient. In this present article, the effect of pressure on the volumetric thermal expansion coefficient in PMMA : PbTiO3 composite system is presented. It is shown that thermal expansion coefficient of the polymer can be tailored by adding filler which has negative thermal expansion coefficient. Theoretically, a simple additive rule is formulated which can predict the variation of expansion coefficient in the PMMA : PbTiO3 composite system. The limitation of the additive rule is also discussed. It is also shown that the glass transition temperature depends on filler concentration and also has strong pressure dependence. The reasons for large pressure dependence are discussed. © 2009 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci, 2010
Preparation of chitosan bicomponent nanofibers filled with hydroxyapatite nanoparticles via electrospinning
Authors: Shen Kai , Hu Qiaoling , Chen Liang , Shen Jiacong 
Published: October 2009

AbstractChitosan (CS) bicomponent nanofibers with an average diameter controlled from 100 to 50 nm were successfully prepared by electrospinning of CS and poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA) blend solution. Finer fibers and more efficient fiber formations were observed with increased PVA contents. On this contribution, a uniform and ultrafine nanofibrous CS bicomponent mats filled with hydroxyapatite (HA) nanoparticles were successfully electrospun in a well devised condition. An increase in the contents of HA nanoparticles caused the conductivity of the blend solution to increase from 1.06 mS/cm (0 wt % HA) to 2.27 mS/cm (0.5 wt % HA), 2.35 mS/cm (1.0 wt % HA), respectively, and the average diameter of the composite fibers to decrease from 59 ± 10 nm(0 wt % HA) to 49 ± 10 nm (0.5 wt % HA), 46 ± 10 nm (1.0 wt % HA), respectively. SEM images showed that some particles had filled in the nanofibers whereas the others had dispersed on the surface of fibers, and EDXA results indicated that both the nanoparticles filled in the nanofibers and those adhered to the fibers were HA particles. © 2009 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci, 2010
Characterization of polypyrrole/azocalix[4]arene salts: Electrical properties and thermal stability
Authors: Uygun Aysegul , Yavuz Ayse Gul , Sen Songul , Deligoz Fatma , Karakus Ozlem Ozen , Deligoz Hasalettin 
Published: October 2009

AbstractPolypyrrole (PPy) was doped with the azocalix[4]arene [(5,11,17,23‐tetrakis[(p‐carboxyphenyl)azo]25,26,27,28‐tetrahydroxycalix[4]arene)] host species. PPy/azocalix[4]arene salts were characterized by FTIR, TGA, SEM, X‐ray diffraction, and conductivity measurements. The properties of PPy were investigated in the presence of azocalix[4]arene host species. The conductivity of PPy increased in the presence of azocalix[4]arene. TGA results indicated that the PPy/azocalix[4]arene salts have higher thermal stability than PPy. It was observed from SEM analysis that the particle diameter of PPy decreased with increasing content of azocalix[4]arene. © 2009 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci, 2010
Fabrication and characterization of PEO/PPC polymer electrolyte for lithium‐ion battery
Authors: Yu Xiao‐Yuan , Xiao Min , Wang Shuang‐Jin , Zhao Qi‐Qiang , Meng Yue‐Zhong 
Published: October 2009

AbstractA new poly(propylene carbonate)/poly(ethylene oxide) (PEO/PPC) polymer electrolytes (PEs) have been developed by solution‐casting technique using biodegradable PPC and PEO. The morphology, structure, and thermal properties of the PEO/PPC polymer electrolytes were investigated by scanning electron microscopy, X‐ray diffraction, and differential scanning calorimetry methods. The ionic conductivity and the electrochemical stability window of the PEO/PPC polymer electrolytes were also measured. The results showed that the Tg and the crystallinity of PEO decrease, and consequently, the ionic conductivity increases because of the addition of amorphous PPC. The PEO/50%PPC/10%LiClO4 polymer electrolyte possesses good properties such as 6.83 × 10−5 S cm−1 of ionic conductivity at room temperature and 4.5 V of the electrochemical stability window. © 2009 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci, 2010
Cell culture on PCL/PLGA blends
Authors: Lucchesi Carolina , Barbanti Samuel H. , Joazeiro Paulo P. , Duek Eliana A. R. 
Published: October 2009

AbstractBioresorbable polymers have been studied as support for cell culture in the tissue engineering area. Osteoblastic cells were cultivated on poly(ε‐caprolactone), poly(lactic acid‐co‐glycolic acid), and (70/30), (50/50), and (30/70) blends. Cytotoxicity and cell adhesion assays and scanning electronic microscopy studies were described. The cells presented significant growth on the blends, showing no cytotoxic response. Results indicated that these blends are promising as devices for bone tissue applications. © 2009 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci, 2010
Synthesis and characteristics of polystyrene–clay nanocomposites via in situ intercalative polymerization in a direct current electric field
Authors: Qi Rongrong , Jin Xing , Huang Shuangwu 
Published: October 2009

AbstractPolystyrene (PS)/montmorillonite nanocomposites were prepared by the free‐radical polymerization of styrene‐containing dispersed clay in a direct current electric field. The intercalation spacing in the nanocomposites, the dispersion, and the orientation of these composites were investigated. The nanocomposites had higher Tg and better thermal stability when compared with the virgin PS. © 2009 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci, 2010
Superficial modification in recycled PET by plasma etching for food packaging
Authors: Cruz S. A. , Zanin M. , Nascente P. A. P. , Bica de Moraes M. A. 
Published: October 2009

AbstractAn oxygen plasma treatment has been used to improve the adhesion of amorphous hydrogenated carbon (a‐C:H) films onto surfaces of recycled poly(ethylene terephthalate) (PET). Modifications produced by the oxygen plasma on the PET surface in chemical bonds and morphology were investigated by X‐ray photoelectron spectroscopy and atomic force microscopy, respectively. Contact angle measurements were used to study the changes in the surface wettability. Adhesion of the a‐C:H film onto the PET surface was investigated by the tape test method. It was observed that the improvement in film adhesion is in good correlation with the increase in surface roughness, due to plasma etching, and with the appearance of oxygen‐related functional groups at the surface. The results of this study indicate that a‐C:H‐coated recycled PET can be used in food packaging. The a‐C:H film could be used as a functional barrier to reduce or prevent migration of contaminants from the polymer to the package content. © 2009 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci, 2010
Nano‐AlN functionalization by silane modification for the preparation of covalent‐integrated epoxy/poly(ether imide) nanocomposites
Authors: Duan Jingkuan , Kim Chonung , Jiang Pingkai , Wang Genlin 
Published: October 2009

AbstractAluminum nitride nanoparticle (nano‐AlN) organically modified with the silane‐containing epoxide groups (3‐glycidoxypropyltrimethoxy silane, GPTMS) was incorporated into a mixture of poly(ether imide) (PEI), and methyl hexahydrophthalic anhydride‐cured bisphenol A diglycidyl ether grafted by GPTMS was prepared for nanocomposite. Scanning electron microscopy, transmission electron microscopy, and atomic force microscopy were used to investigate the microscopic structures of nanocomposites. According to experimental results, it was shown that addition of nano‐AlN and PEI into the modified epoxy could lead to the improvement of the impact and bend strengths. When the concentrations of nano‐AlN and PEI were 20 and 10 pbw, respectively, the toughness/stiffness balance could be achieved. Dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) results displayed that two glass transition temperatures (Tg) found in the nanocomposites were assigned to the modified epoxy phase and PEI phase, respectively. As nano‐AlN concentration increased, Tg value of epoxy phase had gradually increased, and the storage modulus of the nanocomposite at the ambient temperature displayed an increasing tendency. Additionally, thermal stability of the nanocomposite was apparently improved. The macroscopic properties of nanocomposites were found to be strongly dependent on their components, concentrations, dispersion, and resulted morphological structures. © 2009 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci, 2010
Crystallization, melting behavior, and wettability of poly(ε‐caprolactone) and poly(ε‐caprolactone)/ poly(N‐vinylpyrrolidone) blends
Authors: Xing Zhimin , Yang Guisheng 
Published: October 2009

AbstractBoth wettability and crystallizability control poly(ε‐caprolactone)'s (PCL) further applications as biomaterial. The wettability is an important property that is governed by both chemical composition and surface structure. In this study, we prepared the PCL/poly(N‐vinylpyrrolidone) (PVP) blends via successive in situ polymerization steps aiming for improving the wettability and decreasing crystallizability of PCL. The isothermal crystallization of PCL/PVP at different PVP concentrations was carried out. The equilibrium melting point (T), crystallization rate, and the melting behavior after isothermal crystallization were investigated using differential scanning calorimetry (DSC). The Avrami equation was used to fit the isothermal crystallization. The DSC results showed that PVP had restraining effect on the crystallizability of PCL, and the crystallization rate of PCL decreased clearly with the increase of PVP content in the blends. The X‐ray diffraction analysis (WAXD) results agreed with that. Water absorptivity and contact angle tests showed that the hydrophilic properties were improved with the increasing content of PVP in blends. The coefficient for the water diffusion into PCL/PVP blends showed to be non‐Fickian in character. © 2009 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci, 2010
Preparation and characterization of transparent poly(methyl methacrylate)/Na+‐MMT nanocomposite films by solution casting
Authors: Wu Tongfei , Xie Tingxiu , Yang Guisheng 
Published: October 2009

AbstractFilms of poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA)/sodium montmorillonite (Na+‐MMT) nanocomposites have been successfully prepared utilizing Na+‐MMT by N,N‐dimethylformamide solution casting. The nanocomposite films show high transparency, enhanced thermal resistance, and mechanical properties in comparison with the neat polymer film. The transparency of the films was investigated by UV‐vis spectra. The exfoliated dispersion of Na+‐MMT platelets in nanocomposites were investigated by X‐ray diffraction and transmission electron microscopy. The enhanced thermal resistance and mechanical properties of PMMA were studied by thermal gravimetric analysis and dynamic mechanical analysis, respectively. © 2009 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci, 2010
Effects of the process parameters on the initial burst release of poly(lactide‐co‐glycolide) microspheres containing bovine serum albumin by the double‐emulsion solvent evaporation/extraction method
Authors: Wang Zheng 
Published: October 2009

AbstractThe effects of fabrication parameters on the morphology, drug loading, and initial burst release of poly(lactide‐co‐glycolide) microspheres loaded with bovine serum albumin were investigated to establish an optimal process and system for the in vivo delivery of therapeutic proteins. Through the addition of salts or sugars to induce an osmotic pressure in the external water phase, large microspheres were seen to have their morphology, drug loading, and initial burst release significantly affected. However, the effect was not observed for compact microspheres less than 10 μm in diameter. The presence of poly(vinyl alcohol), Pluronic F127, and Tween 80 in the internal water phase had detrimental effects on the drug loading because of the depressed stability of the primary emulsion and competitive interactions of surface‐active substances with the polymer. However, the simultaneous addition of salts to the external water phase resulted in enhanced drug loading and decreased initial burst. The polymer concentration and volume of the internal water phase were important factors influencing the characteristics of the microspheres. These parameters were optimized for achieving the maximal drug loading and a low initial burst. The solvent extraction method yielded microspheres with a higher drug loading and a lower initial burst in comparison with the solvent evaporation method. Different ranges of protein encapsulation efficiencies were obtained with blends of poly(lactide‐co‐glycolide) and poly(ethylene glycol), depending on the molecular weight and content of poly(ethylene glycol). © 2009 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci, 2010
Strategies for the production of high solids acrylic/methacrylic core‐shell latices
Authors: Udagama R. , Mckenna T. F. L. 
Published: October 2009

AbstractWell‐defined poly(butyl acrylate)/poly(methyl methacrylate) (PBA/PMMA) core shell particles with a moderately high solid content (49%) and particle diameters of less than 200 nm were prepared via seeded emulsion polymerization with a redox initiator and an anionic surfactant. Low‐viscosity (less than 150 cps at 20 s−1) latex products were obtained by controlling the particle size distribution to within certain limits. Polymerization conversion and kinetics were followed gravimetrically and were adjusted so as to obtain recipes that could be scaled‐up for industrial production. © 2009 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci, 2010
Effect of the preparation of cellulose pellets on the dispersion of cellulose fibers into polypropylene matrix during extrusion
Authors: Le Baillif Marie , Echtermeyer Andreas 
Published: October 2009

AbstractCellulose fibers are rarely used for the extrusion of composites because of the problems in feeding them into the extruder and in dispersing them properly. Pelletization made it possible to feed cellulose fibers into extruder, but it reduced dramatically the fiber length. The goal of this study was to optimize the pelletization process for extrusion applications. Bleached sulfite cellulose fibers were pelletized at different moisture contents and with the optional addition of carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC). The pellets were subsequently extruded with polypropylene matrix without compatibilizer. Fiber dispersion and fiber breakage during extrusion were investigated. Pre‐blending of polymer and fiber pellets and introduction of the fibers through a side extruder were compared. CMC acted as a processing aid during pelletization, resulting in lower fiber breakage but in compact and stiff pellets. Lower moisture content also increased the compactness of the pellets. The dispersability of the fibers during extrusion decreased with increased pellets' compactness. CMC created inter‐fiber bonds, decreasing further the fibers' dispersability. The fiber length in the composites was the same regardless of the pelletization parameters. Early introduction of the fibers improved fiber dispersion. Feeding through side extruder was more stable and more reliable than pre‐blending. © 2009 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci, 2010
A study on ligno‐cellulosic fabric Hardwikia binata
Authors: Prasad C. Venkata , Rao K. Chowdoji , Reddy G.Venkata , Kim Yong‐Ha , Rani T. Shobha , Subha M. C. S. 
Published: October 2009

AbstractA naturally occurring fabric belonging to the species Hardwikia binata was extracted from the sheath of stem, bark, and branches of the tree. The fabric specimens were treated with sodium hydroxide and poly (vinyl alcohol). The morphology of the fabric specimens before and after NaOH treatment was studied using scanning electron microscopy technique. Ligno‐cellulosic properties of fabric were analyzed by XRD, FTIR, and thermo gravimetric methods before and after NaOH treatment. Tensile strength and percentage of elongation at break of the fabric were also studied by using a universal testing machine (model AGS‐10kNG). The results showed that the poly (vinyl alcohol)‐treated fabric specimens showed higher tensile strength than sodium hydroxide‐treated fabric specimens. The Binata fabric has good thermal resistance and was also found to increase by alkali treatment. The FTIR method indicates lowering the hemi cellulose and lignin content by alkali treatment in the fabric. Further, the X‐ray diffraction studies revealed an increase in crystallinity of the fabric by alkali treatment. © 2009 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci, 2010
Preparation and in vitro evaluation of new pH‐sensitive hydrogel beads for oral delivery of protein drugs
Authors: El‐Sherbiny I. M. , Abdel‐Bary E. M. , Harding D. R. K. 
Published: October 2009

AbstractNew biodegradable pH‐responsive hydrogel beads based on chemically modified chitosan and sodium alginate were prepared and characterized for the controlled release study of protein drugs in the small intestine. The ionotropic gelation reaction was carried out under mild aqueous conditions, which should be appropriate for the retention of the biological activity of an uploaded protein drug. The equilibrium swelling studies were carried out for the hydrogel beads at 37°C in simulated gastric (SGF) and simulated intestinal (SIF) fluids. Bovine serum albumin (BSA), a model for protein drugs was entrapped in the hydrogels and the in vitro drug release profiles were established at 37°C in SGF and SIF. The preliminary investigation of the hydrogel beads prepared in this study showed high entrapment efficiency (up to 97%) and promising release profiles of BSA. © 2009 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci, 2010
Synthesis of copolymer from 1,3,5‐trioxane and 1,3‐dioxolane catalyzed by Maghnite‐H+
Authors: Beloufa Khadidja , Sahli Nabahat , Belbachir Mohamed 
Published: October 2009

AbstractCopolymers (polyoxymethylene) were prepared by cationic copolymerization of 1,3,5‐trioxane (TOX) with 1,3‐dioxolane (DOX) in the presence of Maghnite‐H+ (Mag‐H+) in solution. Maghnite is a Montmorillonite sheet silicate clay, with exchanged protons to produce Mag‐H+. Various techniques, including 1H‐NMR, 13C‐NMR, FT‐IR spectroscopy, and Ubbelohde viscometer were used to elucidate structural characteristics properties of the resulting copolymers. The influence of the amount of catalyst, of dioxolane (DOX), temperature, solvent, and time of copolymerization on yield and on intrinsic viscosity of copolymers was studied. The yield of copolymerization depends on the amount of Mag‐H+ used and the reaction time. We also propose mechanisms involved in the synthesis of copolymer (polyoxymethylene). © 2009 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci, 2010