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Influence of the core/shell latex particle interphase on the mechanical properties of rubber-toughened PMMA composites

Conference ·
OSTI ID:602831
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  1. Lehigh Univ., Bethlehem, PA (United States); and others

The combination of two or more types of polymeric materials is a commonly used technique to improve the overall properties of a base polymer matrix. The dispersion of a rubbery phase in a brittle matrix is often used to increase the impact strength of brittle thermoplastics such as polystyrene or poly(methyl methacrylate)via rubber-toughening. The rubbery phase acts as a stress concentration region which results in energy absorbing processes such as crazing or shear yielding which ultimately increases the energy required for the deformation of the brittle thermoplastic matrix.

OSTI ID:
602831
Report Number(s):
CONF-961108--
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English