Adhesion and Mechanics of Complex Polymer Interfaces

Published

August 16, 2009

Author(s)

Christopher M. Stafford, Jun Y. Chung, Heqing Huang, Adam J. Nolte, Peter M. Johnson, Edwin P. Chan

Abstract

The structure and properties of polymer interfaces play an integral role in numerous technological applications, particularly in the areas of coatings and adhesives. These interfacial interactions are dependent on a host of factors, including interfacial energy, roughness, surface chemistry, mechanical properties, and the presence or absence of defects. The goal of this project is to provide a broader fundamental understanding of the effects of interfacial chemistry, topography, and mechanical properties on interactions of soft materials at and near hard surfaces. In particular, we are investigating interfacial structure and properties in soft, deformable materials as well as particle-laden networks and coatings. In order to meet this interdisciplinary challenge, we are developing measurement platforms that test the structure and properties of polymeric material interfaces and films. To complement these measurement techniques, we are designing a number of combinatorial libraries that express key factors that govern interfacial properties, including surface chemistry, thickness, and composition. These libraries provide a foundation for systematically investigating the effect of these parameters on interface performance.

Proceedings Title

American Chemical Society Division of Polymer Chemistry|238th | |ACS

Volume

50

Issue

2

Conference Dates

August 16-20, 2009

Conference Location

Washington, DC, DC

Pub Type

Conferences

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Keywords

adhesion, patterns, coatings, surface chemistry

Citation

Stafford, C. , Chung, J. , Huang, H. , Nolte, A. , Johnson, P. and Chan, E. (2009), Adhesion and Mechanics of Complex Polymer Interfaces, American Chemical Society Division of Polymer Chemistry|238th | |ACS, Washington, DC, DC, [online], https://tsapps.nist.gov/publication/get_pdf.cfm?pub_id=902049 (Accessed September 16, 2024)