Preparation and Characterization of a Novel Additive for Elastomeric Polymer from Oligoisoprene Modified Mesoporous Silica

Abstract:

This manuscript presents a novel instant additive for elastomeric polymers, specifically focusing on the modification of synthesized mesoporous silica using carbonyl telechelic natural rubber (CTNR). The surface of mesoporous silica particles was modified using a two-step approach. In the first step, a strategy involving the grafting of 3-aminopropyltriethoxysilane (APTES) onto the silica particles was employed. Subsequently, in the second step, a Schiff's base reaction was carried out between the aldehyde functional group of CTNR and the amines on the modified silica surface. The grafting percentage achieved through this process was determined to be 4.70%. This novel instant additive has the potential to enhance the properties and performance of elastomeric polymers by leveraging the unique characteristics of CTNR and the mesoporous silica surface. Further investigations and applications of this additive can contribute to advancements in the field of elastomeric polymer materials.

• Periodical: Materials Science Forum (Volume 1100)
• Pages: 103-108
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/p-cO700w
• Online since: October 2023
• Authors: Nathapong Sukhawipat*, Laksana Saengdee, Narongrit Sosa, Pongtanawat Khemthong, Jatuporn Wittayakun, Pamela Pasetto
• Keywords: Mesoporous Silica, Polymer Additive, Surface Modification, Telechelic Natural Rubber

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