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Synthesis, Structure, Properties, and Applications of Fluorinated Polyurethane
Donghan Li1,2, Lu Yu1,2, Zhan Lu1
1College of Materials Science and Engineering, Shenyang University of Chemical Technology, Shenyang 110142, China.
Polymers
|April 13, 2024
Summary
Fluorinated polyurethane (FPU) offers advanced properties like low surface energy and thermal stability. This review details FPU synthesis, structure, properties, and diverse applications in coatings, textiles, and aerospace.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Polymer Chemistry
Background:
- Fluorinated polyurethane (FPU) is an advanced polymer with significant potential due to strong carbon-fluorine bonds.
- Its properties include low surface energy, high thermal and chemical stability, driving research interest.
Purpose of the Study:
- To comprehensively review the synthesis, structure, properties, and applications of FPUs.
- To explore FPU design schemes, synthesis methods, and structure-property relationships.
- To discuss FPU applications in coatings, textiles, aerospace, and biomedical fields.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature on FPU synthesis and characterization.
- Analysis of structure-property relationships based on fluorochemical incorporation.
- Compilation of application data across various industries.
Main Results:
- FPUs can be precisely synthesized by incorporating fluorochemicals into hard segments, soft segments, or as additives.
- Targeted performance, including hydrophobicity, weathering, heat, and flame resistance, can be achieved.
- FPUs demonstrate good biocompatibility, expanding their use in biomedical applications.
Conclusions:
- FPU synthesis and design offer versatile routes to materials with tailored properties.
- FPUs are suitable for demanding applications requiring enhanced stability and specific surface characteristics.
- Future development of FPUs holds promise for advanced material solutions.
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