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Stereocomplex formation between enantiomeric poly(α-methyl-α-ethyl-β-propiolactones): Effect of molecular weight

Optically pure S(−) and R(+)‐poly(α‐methyl‐α‐ethyl‐β‐propiolactones) (PMEPLs) of controlled low molecular weights were synthesized by anionic polymerization of the corresponding optically active monomers, and characterized using gel permeation chromatography, Maldi‐TOF mass spectrometry, and NMR spe...

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Published in:Journal of polymer science. Part B, Polymer physics Polymer physics, 2007-09, Vol.45 (17), p.2380-2389
Main Authors: Fraschini, Carole, Pennors, Anne, Prud'homme, Robert E.
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Language:English
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Summary:Optically pure S(−) and R(+)‐poly(α‐methyl‐α‐ethyl‐β‐propiolactones) (PMEPLs) of controlled low molecular weights were synthesized by anionic polymerization of the corresponding optically active monomers, and characterized using gel permeation chromatography, Maldi‐TOF mass spectrometry, and NMR spectroscopy. Blends of PMEPLs of opposite configurations and different molecular weights were investigated. All blends lead to the formation of a stereocomplex and its crystallization prevails over a wide range of mixing ratios. The stereocomplex melts 30–40 °C above that of the corresponding pure polymers, depending on the molecular weight; pairs of polymers having similar molecular weights exhibit the highest melting temperatures and enthalpies of fusion. Finally, when the stereocomplex is dispersed in a PMEPL matrix, it acts as a very effective nucleation agent for the crystallization of the polymer in excess. © 2007 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Polym Sci Part B: Polym Phys 45: 2380–2389, 2007
ISSN:0887-6266
1099-0488
DOI:10.1002/polb.21240