Frontal polymerization is a localized reaction zone that propagates from the coupling thermal diffusion and the Arrhenius dependence of the rate of an exothermic polymerization.  Cure-on demand polymerizations with multifunctional acrylates can be created using frontal polymerization for use in rapid repair of wood and floors as well as a cure-on demand sculptural medium.   In order to improve the strength and toughness of the materials, we tested thermoplastic and thermoset powder coatings in frontal polymerization systems. The high temperature of the front (> 200 �C) is sufficient to melt and cure the powders.

Powder coatings as additives for frontal polymerization

247th National Meeting (2014)

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