Modulating metallopolymer mechanical properties by controlling metal ligand crosslinking

Abstract

Adjustable materials based on controlling the metal ligand interactions in metal containing polymers are prepared and characterized. Copper(II) carboxylate is used to crosslink a stretchable acrylic polymer, resulting in increased stiffness and strength. Moreover, modulation of the material properties is accomplished by attaching different ligands to the copper cations.

Publication
Journal of Polymer Science Part A: Polymer Chemistry
Suwon Bae
Suwon Bae
Principal Investigator