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.
| Original language | English |
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| Article number | 109284 |
| Number of pages | 9 |
| Journal | Polymer Degradation and Stability |
| Volume | 181.2020 |
| Issue number | November |
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| Publication status | Published - 22 Jul 2020 |