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Aratz Genua¹, Nagore Indakoetxea¹, Edurne Elorza¹

¹CIDETEC, Basque Research and Technology Alliance (BRTA), P° Miramón 196, 20014 Donostia-San Sebastian, Spain.

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Summary

This study introduces a new epoxy material with 3R (reprocessing, repairing, recycling) capabilities and improved surface repellency. By incorporating polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS), the material maintains its core functions while gaining enhanced water and oil resistance.

Keywords:

CANs omniphobic recyclable repairable repellent reprocessable

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Area of Science:

Materials Science
Polymer Chemistry
Sustainable Materials

Background:

Thermoset epoxy networks typically lack dynamic characteristics, hindering their sustainability.
Achieving enhanced surface properties like repellency often compromises the material's structural integrity or dynamic behavior.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop a novel thermoset epoxy network with combined 3R (reprocessability, reparability, recyclability) functionality and enhanced surface repellency.
To investigate the impact of polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) incorporation on the mechanical, thermal, dynamic, and surface properties of epoxy networks.
To understand the structure-property relationships of PDMS variants in achieving multifunctional epoxy materials.

Main Methods:

Partial substitution of the conventional dynamic hardener in a 3R epoxy network with two different PDMS compounds.
Systematic variation of PDMS weight percentages and molecular weights.
Comprehensive characterization of mechanical, thermal, dynamic, and surface properties (repellency).

Main Results:

The developed epoxy network successfully combined 3R characteristics with significantly enhanced surface repellency.
Mechanical, thermal, and dynamic properties were maintained, confirming the integrity of the network after PDMS incorporation.
Comparative analysis revealed that PDMS chemical structure and molecular weight influence surface performance, with improved repellency observed.

Conclusions:

The novel epoxy network offers a promising sustainable material solution with dual functionality (3R and repellency).
PDMS is an effective additive for enhancing surface repellency in dynamic epoxy networks without compromising their core 3R attributes.
Tailoring PDMS characteristics allows for the design of advanced, multifunctional, and eco-friendly epoxy materials.