Synthesis and immobilization of micro-scale drug particles in cellulosic films

The anti-solvent synthesis of micron-scale particles, their stabilization, and subsequent self-assembly into polymer films suitable for drug delivery is presented. The colloidal particles were stabilized using low molecular weight hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC), while drug encapsulation was carried out with high molecular weight HPMC and polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP). Griseofulvin (GF) was used as the model drug compound, and the polymer films were evaluated in terms of their surface morphology, mechanical properties and in vitro drug release. In general, the release rates were best described by first-order and Hixson-Crowell kinetic models, and in a typical film containing 57% HPMC, 100% of GF was released within 50 min.     

Transport and time dependent small angle X‐ray morphology in metal cation and polymer modified perfluorocarbon ionomers

Transport and absorption in metal cation exchanged and polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) modified Nafion® films were studied by various techniques. To understand the microscopic basis for permeation, time resolved small angle X‐ray scattering (SAXS) was used to characterize the ionic domain morphology while films were exposed to vapors of water, dimethyl methylphosphonate (DMMP), or triethyl phosphate. Macroscopic weight uptake studies of DMMP vapor into PVP‐Nafion® were also used to help explain the SAXS absorption studies and DMMP permeation properties. The SAXS results were correlated with macroscopic permeation rates of DMMP, Soman, and water through several different membranes. To provide additional basis for the SAXS derived morphologies, tapping‐mode AFM was also used to image the 3–5 nm diameter ionic domains. A goal for protective suit applications is to find films with a balance of high moisture permeation rate for comfort, and low DMMP permeation. The best balance of properties in this context was found with PVP‐ and zirconyl‐modified films. In another extreme, the permeation rates of both water and DMMP through cesium‐modified Nafion® were low. SAXS studies were used to explain this where the ionic domains of cesium‐modified Nafion® did not “expand” when exposed to DMMP or water vapor. © 2008 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Polym Sci Part B: Polym Phys 47: 284–298, 2009     

Direct catalytic route to superhydrophobic polyethylene films

Polyethylene films grow on a flat silica surface modified by the bis(imino)pyridyl iron(II) catalyst during ethylene polymerization in toluene solvent. The resulting films show superhydrophobic properties. Advancing water contact angle as high as 169 degrees and sliding angles as low as 2 degrees are obtained on these films. SEM images reveal special surface structures of these films containing micrometer-sized islands, submicrometer particles on the islands, and stress nanofibers between the islands, which render superhydrophobicity to the polyethylene surfaces. After the submicrometer particles and stress nanofibers are removed by annealing, the superhydrophobic properties of the polymer films disappear.     

Effects on the thermal expansion coefficient and dielectric properties of CLST/PTFE filled with modified glass fiber as microwave material

The CLST/PTFE/5%GF composite sharply decreases the CTE in both X&Y and Z directions, obtained a promising microwave dielectric material for microwave communication.     

表面修饰引发的ZnO纳米棒阵列膜的超疏水性

润湿性是固体表面的重要性质之一 ,它受控于固体表面自由能和表面粗糙度的大小 ,一般可用液体在固体表面接触角的大小来衡量 .由于水与超疏水表面 (水与固体表面的接触角大于 1 5 0°的表面 )的接触面积很小 ,通过水所发生的化学发应和化学键的形成受到限制 ,使这种表面具有防水、防污染和防氧化等多种功能 ,因而备受人们的关注 [1～ 6 ] .作为宽禁带半导体材料 ,Zn O以其独特的光电和催化等性质在短波激光器、气体传感器、高效催化剂、太阳能电池等方面具有广阔的应用前景 .表面润湿性的研究对于将 Zn O用于各种器件非常重要 .Pesika等 […     

Batch and semicontinuous emulsion copolymerization of vinyl acetate–butyl acrylate. II. Morphological and mechanical properties of copolymer latex films

Vinyl acetate/(VAc)-butyl acrylate/(BuA) copolymer latex films of various copolymer compositions were investigated for their morphological properties by electron microscopy techniques, and for their mechanical properties by dynamic mechanical spectroscopy (DMS), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), and tensile strength measurements. Batch copolymer latex films showed domains of PBuA dispersed in PVAc matrix; the domain sizes were increased with increased BuA content. Semicontinuous latex films were homogeneous in composition. Glass transition temperatures T_g determined from DMS and DSC indicated the presence of two, low and high, transition temperatures for batch latex films. The two temperatures approached the individual homopolymers, with increased PBuA content up to 51 mol %. Semicontinuous latex films showed only one single T_g. Tensile properties of the batch copolymer films showed a higher ultimate tensile strength, higher Young's modulus, and lower percent elongation to break compared to semicontinuous latex films. These differences were found to reflect the effect of mode of monomer addition during the emulsion copolymerization process on the particle morphology, and confirmed earlier data on bulk, colloidal, and surface properties of the same copolymer latexes.     

热致液晶聚酯共混物与复合材料研究

评述了热致液晶聚酯的共混物与复合材料的研究新进展,揭示了热行为与相容性、流变性与加工性以及形态结构与多种性能之间的内在联系,展望了应用于高强高模纤维与塑料、低热膨光纤涂层及低透气包装膜等高性能材料的前景.     

Hydrophobization of chitosan-based films with acrolein

The structure of acrolein-modified chitosan films was studied by IR spectroscopy. Modification makes the films more hydrophobic. The physical and mechanical properties of films modified with acrolein solutions of low concentrations are improved relative to the unmodified films. The glass transition and decomposition temperatures of the samples were determined by dynamic mechanical and thermal gravimetric analysis. The possibility of using the materials for the development of matrices for tissue engineering was demonstrated.

     

Investigation of the properties of organically modified ordered mesoporous silica films

Organically modified, ordered mesoporous silica films, which can provide hydrophobicity and low polarizability to the framework, were prepared using Brij-76 block copolymer as a template. Due to a fast condensation reaction of the silica precursor, mesostructured silica films were not properly synthesized. To circumvent this problem, a synthesis procedure was modified to provide an enhancement of pore periodicity through the incorporation of methyl ligands on the framework. The micropore volume was reduced, and the pore size was enlarged, as the concentration of the methyl ligands on the framework was increased. A mesophase transition from a two-dimensional hexagonal structure to a body-centered cubic (BCC) structure was observed according to the concentration of incorporated methyl ligands. The mechanical properties of the fabricated films were investigated according to the pore ordering and film density. The mechanical properties of the films with random pore geometry show a positive correlation between film density and elastic modulus. Meanwhile, the mechanical behavior of organically modified mesoporous silica films with periodic pore distribution represents a negative correlation within a certain density range, which is advantageous to the low-k materials. Especially, film with a low micropore volume fraction and BCC pore ordering is more applicable to a low-k material due to low dielectric constant and high mechanical strength.     

Micro/macrotribological properties of several nano‐scale ionic liquid films on modified silicon wafers

Three kinds of alkylimidazolium base room temperature ionic liquids (RTILs) were synthesized and their nano‐scale lubricant films were prepared on modified silicon wafers by dip‐coating method. The thicknesses of these films were measured and their relationship between thickness and solution concentration was obtained. Their surface morphologies were observed and contact angles of water on these films were determined. The adhesions and friction coefficients of these films were detected by contact mode AFM. As comparison, their macrotribological properties were evaluated on a UMT‐2MT tribo‐tester. It was found that, in microscale, 1‐hexyl‐3‐methyl‐imidazolium hexafluorophosphate performed the best tribological properties, while in macroscale, its tribological properties were similar with that of 1‐hexyl‐3‐methyl‐imidazolium tetrafluoroborate and better than that of 1‐hexyl‐3‐methyl‐imidazolium adipate. Copyright © 2009 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.     

Influence of plasticizers and crosslinking on the properties of biodegradable films made from sodium caseinate

Plasticized protein films were prepared by the casting method from water solution of sodium caseinate and plasticizers with the aim to obtain environmentally friendly materials for packaging applications. Mechanical properties (tensile strength, elongation and Young’s modulus) of caseinate based films were determined versus ratio of protein to plasticizer, plasticizer type and relative humidity conditions. Among the different polyol-type plasticizers tested, glycerol (Gly) and triethanolamine (TEA) were the most efficient for the improvement of mechanical properties (high strains for low stresses). Further, chemical crosslinking between formaldehyde (HCHO) and free amino groups (ε-NH₂) of sodium caseinate was performed to increase water resistance of TEA plasticized films. Optimal mechanical properties, i.e. elastic modulus of 105 MPa, tensile strength of 8-9 MPa for elongation at break about 110-125% were obtained for HCHO/ε-NH₂ ratios higher than 1.35. Protein specific water solubility was determined from a 280 nm absorbance. For convenient crosslinker (HCHO) content sodium caseinate solubility can be lowered to less than 5 wt% after 24 h immersion in water.     

含氟丙烯酸酯三元共聚物乳液的研究

以丙烯酸全氟烷基酯 (ZonylTM)、甲基丙烯酸甲酯 (MMA)、丙烯酸丁酯 (BA)为原料 ,在阴离子乳化体系中制备了含氟丙烯酸三元共聚物乳液 .研究了聚合反应动力学、转化率的各种影响因素 ,得出了聚合速率方程 ,并得出反应的表观活化能 (Ea)为 5 0 75 8kJ mol.考察了乳液的稀释稳定性、贮存稳定性、离心稳定性、耐热、耐寒稳定性 ,及乳胶膜的吸水性和耐溶剂性 .并用Wilhelmy方法测定了乳胶膜与水的接触角 ,结果表明乳胶膜对水的抗浸润力大大提高     

硅烷表面修饰引发的ZnO微米棒膜的超疏水性

采用简单的低温水热法制备出ZnO微米棒薄膜,其经辛基三甲氧基硅烷和十二氟庚基丙基三甲氧基硅烷修饰后显示出超疏水性,静态接触角分别为(150±1.3)°和(155±1.5)°,滚动角依次为5°和3°。 ZnO微米棒的微结构和低表面能材料辛基三甲氧基硅烷、十二氟庚基丙基三甲氧基硅烷的表面修饰是其显示超疏水性的原因,用Cassie理论对膜的润湿性进行了分析。     

Preparation of LDPE-acetylated/butyrylated starch blend blow films and characterization

Development of modified plastics has been studied through the LDPE-acylated starch blend films to examine the effect of different acyl groups and degrees of substitution(DS) on properties of films.Corn starch was modified with acetyl and butyryl groups and films were prepared by blending acylated starch with low density polyethylene(LDPE).Systematic studies were done to observe the effect of acyl groups,DS and starch concentration on the properties and biodegradability of the blend films.It was observed that blend films containing 5% acetylated and butyrylated starches of high DS(2.5,1.7) maintained 75% and 83% of tensile strength of LDPE films.Thermal analysis results indicated that acetylated and butyrylated starch blend films decomposed at 370 °C and 389 °C which were higher than the decomposition temperature of native starch film(349 °C).Scanning electron micrographs of blend films containing high DS acylated starch showed well dispersed starch particles due to improvement in dispersion between starch and LDPE.Water absorption capacity of high DS acetylated and butyrylated starch blend films(4.18% and 3.76%,respectively) was lower than that of native starch films(5%).This study has an advantage because of blown films prepared can be integrated with the present manufacturing systems without any other requirement.     

Films on amorphous polyamide nanocomposites: structure and properties

The ability of a nanoclay to improve the transport and mechanical properties of amorphous polyamide (aPA)‐based films was studied as a function of the draw ratio (DR) and the nanoclay content. The presence of nanoclay did not hinder the drawing ability as the maximum DR of the nanocomposites (NCs) and of the aPA were almost the same (51 for the aPA and from 51 to 55 for the NCs). The high degree of exfoliation and orientation along the drawing direction led to a 30% reduction in the water diffusion coefficient compared with the aPA. Moreover, the already low permeability of the aPA to oxygen was halved. The modulus of elasticity presented unusual increases both in the machine and transverse directions. Both increases of properties were attributed to the planar geometry of the oriented nanoclay sheets. The effects of the presence of nanoclay on the modulus of elasticity in the draw direction in addition to the effects caused by drawing lead to a combined modulus increase of 65% in the highly drawn 6%NC films. The nanoclay also reduced the modulus anisotropy of the films. An increase in either the nanoclay content or the DR causes a decrease in ductility due to both the stress concentrations created by the nanoclay and to the increasing number of chain segments located parallel to the drawing direction. The dimensional stability of the films greatly increased as the addition of 6% nanoclay led to a 70% decrease in creep deformation after 120 h. Copyright © 2012 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.     

Surfacial,liquid sorption and monolayer-forming properties of hydrophilic and hydrophobic Stöber silica particles

The surface of silica spheres with a diameter of 500 nm was modified with ethoxysilane. Hydrophilic and partially hydrophobic silica spheres were obtained, suitable for the preparation of two-dimensional monoparticle films at the liquid-air interface. The tendency of these particles to self-assemble is basically dependent on surface hydrophobicity. Liquid sorption excess isotherms were studied in ethanol-cyclohexane and ethanol-chloroform mixtures with the aim of characterizing the adsorption capacity of the particles. Specific surface area and porosity were measured by nitrogen adsorption. The specific surface area determined by liquid sorption was considerably larger than determined by gas adsorption. This is ascribed to penetration of ethanol into the pores and the swelling of the silica particles in ethanol. Surface modification of hydrophilic particles changed the film-forming properties of the particles. The compressibility and the lift-off area of the monolayer films of hydrophobic particles on water were higher than for the films of hydrophilic particles.     

化学改性环氧树脂水基涂料的研究——涂膜性能

用对氨基苯甲酸改性环氧树脂 ,使其具有亲水亲油两亲性质 ,测定了改性产物和纯环氧树脂共混物的玻璃化转变温度 ,结果显示两者能够相容 ,并以改性产物及其与纯环氧树脂的混合物制备水基涂料 ,测定了涂膜的物理和化学性能。结果表明 ,涂膜性能优良 ,保持了溶剂型环氧涂料的抗冲击强度、光泽度和硬度等方面的优点 ,而附着力提高 ,同时柔韧性大为改善 ,涂膜耐水性和耐化学药品性能优良。     

Synergistic effect of polyfunctional silane coupling agent and styrene acrylonitrile copolymer on the water‐resistant and mechanical performances of glass fiber–reinforced polyamide 6

Adverse effects of a high‐water absorption rate on properties of a glass fiber–reinforced polyamide 6 (GF‐PA6) composite significantly reduce performance and limit application in humid environments. In this paper, a polyfunctional silane (PFS) coupling agent with amino (–NH₂) and imino (–NH) groups and styrene acrylonitrile copolymer (SAN) were added to a composite, GF‐PA6, to prepare GF‐PA6/SAN/PFS composites via melt blending in a twin‐screw extruder. The effects of SAN and PFS content on the static and dynamic mechanical properties of the composites before and after water absorption were investigated in detail. The microstructure of the fracture surface was analyzed by a scanning electron microscope (SEM). The results show that the addition of SAN and PFS could effectively inhibit water absorption of the GF‐PA6 composites. The alkoxyl groups on PFS reacted chemically with the nitrile groups of SAN, which enriched SAN on the interface between the fiber and matrix during the extrusion and mixing process to improve the effect of water prevention. Therefore, the mechanical properties of the wet state were notably improved while preventing water from permeating the interface by only the addition of a small amount of SAN and PFS. Dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) results showed that the addition of PFS improved the compatibility of PA6 with SAN and enhanced the interface adhesion between fiber and PA6. In terms of test result of the comprehensive performance, 10 phr SAN with 0.6 phr PFS was the best dosage.     

Influence of Reactive Diluent on UV-curing of Acrylate Terminated Hyperbranched Polymers

A Aeries of hydroxylic hyperbranched polymers were derived from 2,2-bis (methylol) propionic acid and tris (methylol) propane reacted with acrylic acid to various extents. The obtained acrylated hyperbranched polymers alone or with a monofunctional diluent, isobornylene acrylate(IBOA) were further cured by UV radiation. The cured films based on the modified polymers alone all demonstrated poor mechanical properties due to their high network densities and low moving ability of polymer chains. For the composite systems, the cured films demonstrated improved mechanical properties due to the low network densities and high chain moving ability. With more IBOA included in the systems, acrylate groups can react to a higher extent during the curing process.     

聚氧化丙烯醚对SiO2减反膜性质的影响

采用溶胶-凝胶制备的SiO2减反膜具有优良的光学特性和高损伤阈值,可以用做高反膜和减反膜的低折射率匹配层.在高功率激光领域具有十分诱人的应用前景.