Scaling the polymerization of polyaldehydes through continuous flow synthesis

Schwartz, Jared M.; Kohl, Paul A.; Engler, Anthony

doi:10.1557/s43579-024-00608-6

Title: Scaling the polymerization of polyaldehydes through continuous flow synthesis

Journal Article · 15 July 2024 · MRS communications

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1557/s43579-024-00608-6 · OSTI ID:2403105

Schwartz, Jared M.; Kohl, Paul A.;

Abstract A plug flow reactor was constructed to scale the synthesis of metastable, phthalaldehyde-based polymers to achieve production rates of 1–2 kg per day. The flow-induced mixing and in-line polymerization quench and precipitation sequences resulted in improved polymer purity and long-term stability compared to the same materials made from a conventional batch process. Cryogenic rheology was used to probe the complex fluid dynamics encountered during the polymerization of PPA homopolymers. It is envisioned that this continuous flow manufacturing approach could be extended to other low ceiling temperature or aldehyde monomer systems to help implement and support a plastic circular economy. Graphical abstract

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Sponsoring Organization:: USDOE

OSTI ID:: 2403105

Journal Information:: MRS communications, Journal Name: MRS communications Journal Issue: 5 Vol. 14; ISSN 2159-6867

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Country of Publication:: United States

Language:: English

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