Tailoring Polyamide66 Mechanical Performance: A Strategy for Condensed Phase Structure Optimization Through Hydrogen Bond Reorganization

Polymers are widely used in various industries due to their unique properties, but their mechanical strength often falls short compared to other materials. This has spurred extensive research into enhancing their mechanical performance through condensed phase structure regulation. This study investigates the enhancement of mechanical properties in polyamide 66 (PA66) through the introduction of arylamide-based materials (TMB-5) during the melt-spinning process. TMB-5, possessing amide groups like PA66, can reorganize intermolecular hydrogen bonds within PA66, thereby facilitating molecular movement and reducing chain entanglement during fiber formation. Consequently, the synergistic effect of TMB-5 and the stretching field leads to enhanced crystallization and molecular and lamellae orientation in PA66 fibers without post-drawing, resulting in a significant increase in tensile strength and modulus. This work not only offers a novel strategy for adjusting polymer mechanical performance but also sheds light on the importance of molecular interactions in governing polymer properties.