Document Type
Article
Publication Date
4-17-2024
Abstract
In order to address environmental concerns regarding polymer pollution, the development of polymeric materials that are generated from sustainable sources continues to be the primary focus of attention. Through the utilization of ring-opening metathesis polymerization (ROMP), the objective of this research is to create a thermoset that is derived from biomaterials and is capable of biodegradation. Epoxidized soybean oil (ESO) will serve as the starting point for the procedure. Following the first transformation of ESO into norbornene-functionalized ESO, the thermoset is subsequently generated through the utilization of ROMP, which is a rapid polymerization technique. Because of its outstanding thermal and mechanical qualities, this thermoset, which is produced from ESO, is suitable for use in the production of composites by virtue of its suitability. Additionally, when it is subjected to aqueous NaOH or KOH, it is capable of totally disintegrating into oligomers and molecules of a very small size after being broken down. In addition, the functionalized ESO has the capability of being copolymerized with norbornene, which may lead to the formation of copolymers that are partially degradable. A viable approach to the creation of thermosets that are biodegradable from vegetable oils for a variety of applications is provided by this technique. As a result, this technique contributes to the development of environmentally friendly practices.
Recommended Citation
Chaudhari, Enanshu, "Facile Approach for the Synthesis of Performance-Advantaged Degradable Bio-Based Thermoset via Ring-Opening Metathesis Polymerization from Epoxidized Soybean Oil" (2024). Posters. 50.
https://digitalcommons.pittstate.edu/posters_2024/50
