Linear and non-linear triblock terpolymers. Synthesis, self-assembly in selective solvents and in bulk

The synthesis of linear and non-linear (star, cyclic) triblock terpolymers through living, controlled/living polymerization methods and their combinations are reviewed. The theoretical predictions and the experimental results concerning the self-assembly of these materials in selective solvents and...

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Published in:Progress in polymer science 2005-07, Vol.30 (7), p.725-782
Main Authors: Hadjichristidis, Nikos, Iatrou, Hermis, Pitsikalis, Marinos, Pispas, Stergios, Avgeropoulos, Apostolos
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Applied sciences
Bulk
Copolymerization
Cyclic
Exact sciences and technology
Linear
Living polymerization
Living/controlled polymerizations
Miktoarm star
Organic polymers
Physicochemistry of polymers
Preparation, kinetics, thermodynamics, mechanism and catalysts
Selective solvents
Self-assembly
Synthesis
Triblock terpolymers
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Summary:The synthesis of linear and non-linear (star, cyclic) triblock terpolymers through living, controlled/living polymerization methods and their combinations are reviewed. The theoretical predictions and the experimental results concerning the self-assembly of these materials in selective solvents and in bulk are also discussed. A plethora of self-assembled structures have been detected either in solution or in bulk, potentially leading to a rich variety of high-tech applications. First results regarding the synthesis and morphology of multicomponent multiblock (tetrablock quarter and pentablock quinto) polymers are also given.
ISSN:0079-6700
1873-1619
DOI:10.1016/j.progpolymsci.2005.04.001