Influence of CdS-filler on the thermal properties of polystyrene

Influence of CdS-filler particles in the micrometer size range on the properties of the polystyrene (PS) matrix was studied using structural and thermal techniques. Improvement of the thermal stability of the PS matrix for about 50 K was found in the presence of the CdS-filler. Infrared measurements...

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Published in:European polymer journal 2002-08, Vol.38 (8), p.1659-1662
Main Authors: Kuljanin, J., Vučković, M., Čomor, M.I., Bibić, N., Djoković, V., Nedeljković, J.M.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Applied sciences
Composites
Exact sciences and technology
Filled polymer
Forms of application and semi-finished materials
Glass transition temperature
Polymer industry, paints, wood
Polystyrene
Semiconductor particles
Technology of polymers
Thermal stability
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Summary:Influence of CdS-filler particles in the micrometer size range on the properties of the polystyrene (PS) matrix was studied using structural and thermal techniques. Improvement of the thermal stability of the PS matrix for about 50 K was found in the presence of the CdS-filler. Infrared measurements revealed that interaction between the surface of CdS-filler particles and the PS chain is weak. Non-significant changes in the glass transition temperature of the PS matrix upon the incorporation of CdS-filler particles also suggest weak interaction between filler and polymer.
ISSN:0014-3057
1873-1945
DOI:10.1016/S0014-3057(02)00043-5