Silicone rubber(SR)exhibits superior breathability and high-temperature resistance.However,SR is prone to degradation under extreme heat or combustion,limiting its effectiveness in mitigating secondary hazards.In this...Silicone rubber(SR)exhibits superior breathability and high-temperature resistance.However,SR is prone to degradation under extreme heat or combustion,limiting its effectiveness in mitigating secondary hazards.In this study,phosphate glass powder was used to calcinate zinc borate,lanthanum oxide,and cerium oxide.Methylphenyl polysiloxane was then grafted onto the surface of the glass powder,resulting in the modified pow-ders designated as Methylphenyl polysiloxane-grafted zinc borate-modified phosphate glass powder(GF-ZnBM),Methylphenyl polysiloxane-grafted lanthanum oxide-modified phosphate glass powder(GF-LaM),and Methylphenyl polysiloxane-grafted cerium oxide-modified phosphate glass powder(GF-CeM).The modified powders were sub-sequently incorporated into silicone rubber composites to enhance the ceramicization capability of silicone rubber at high temperatures.Specifically,GF-CeM and GF-LaM significantly increased the limiting oxygen index(LOI)to 33%and reduced the tendency for combustion propagation.Additionally,GF-CeM notably contributed to enhancing ceramicization strength.The presence of cerium oxide helps in the melting of the glass powder and enhances its adhesion to the silicone rubber matrix.SR/ZnB-GF exhibited the lowest activation energy among the tested composites,along with the best protective capability.The inclusion of modified glass powder has a minor impact on the rheological properties,indicating that the composite retains its ability to flow and deform under stress.This confirms that the material remains flexible under normal conditions and forms a ceramic structure when heated,thereby exhibiting self-supporting properties.This study provides a practical methodology for the targeted modification of glass powders,thereby further enhancing the fire safety of silicone-based composites.展开更多
The miniaturization and high-power density of electronic devices presents new challenges in thermal management.The precise control of microstructure arrangement,particularly in boron nitride nanosheets(BNNS),is essent...The miniaturization and high-power density of electronic devices presents new challenges in thermal management.The precise control of microstructure arrangement,particularly in boron nitride nanosheets(BNNS),is essential for achieving efficient heat dissipation in highly thermally conductive composites within electrically insulating package.In this work,manganese ferrite was hydrothermally synthesized on BNNS,creating a layered structure in a magnetically responsive nanohybrid material named BNNS@M.This material was then integrated into a waterborne polyurethane(WPU)solution and shaped under a magnetic field to produce thermally conductive film.By altering the magnetic field direction,the mi-crostructure orientation of BNNS@M was controlled,resulting in anisotropic thermally conductive com-posite films with horizontal and vertical orientations.Specifically,under a vertical magnetic field,the film 30-Ve-BNNS@WPU,containing 30 wt.%BNNS@M,achieved a through-plane thermal conductivity of 8.5 W m^(−1)K^(−1)and an in-plane thermal conductivity of 1.8 W m^(−1)K^(−1),showcasing significant anisotropic thermal conductivity.Meanwhile,these films demonstrated excellent thermal stability,mechanical per-formance,and flame retardancy.Furthermore,employing Foygel’s theory elucidated the impact of filler arrangement on thermal conductivity mechanisms and the actual application of 5 G device chips and LED lamps emphasizing the potential of these thermally conductive films in thermal management appli-cations.This investigation contributes valuable design concepts and foundations for the development of anisotropic thermally conductive composites suitable for electron thermal management.展开更多
The demand for anisotropic aerogels with excellent comprehensive properties in cutting-edge fields such as aerospace is growing.Based on the above background,a novel heterocyclic para-aramid nanofiber/reduced graphene...The demand for anisotropic aerogels with excellent comprehensive properties in cutting-edge fields such as aerospace is growing.Based on the above background,a novel heterocyclic para-aramid nanofiber/reduced graphene oxide(HPAN/rGO)composite aerogel was prepared by combining electrospinning and unidirectional freeze-drying.The anisotropic HPAN/rGO composite aerogel exhibited a honeycomb morphology in the direction perpendicular to the growth of ice crystals,and a through-well structure of directed microchannels in the direction parallel to the temperature gradient.By varying the mass ratio of HPAN/rGO,a composite aerogel with an ultra-low density of 5.34-7.81 mg·cm^(-3) and an ultra-high porosity of 98%-99%was obtained.Benefiting from the anisotropic structure,the radial and axial thermal conductivities of HPAN/rGO-3 composite aerogel were 29.37 and 44.35 mW·m^(-1)·K^(-1),respectively.A combination of software simulation and experiments was used to analyze the effect of anisotropic structures on the thermal insulation properties of aerogels.Moreover,due to the intrinsic self-extinguishing properties of heterocyclic para-aramid and the protection of the graphene carbon layer,the composite aerogel also exhibits excellent flame retardancy properties,and its total heat release rate(THR)was only 5.8 kJ·g^(-1),which is far superior to many reported aerogels.Therefore,ultralight anisotropic HPAN/rGO composite aerogels with excellent high-temperature thermal insulation and flame retardancy properties have broad application prospects in complex environments such as aerospace.展开更多
Power cables are important pieces of equipment for energy transmission,but achieving a good balance between flame retardancy and mechanical properties of cable sheaths remains a challenge.In this work,a novel intumesc...Power cables are important pieces of equipment for energy transmission,but achieving a good balance between flame retardancy and mechanical properties of cable sheaths remains a challenge.In this work,a novel intumescent flame retardant(IFR)system containing silicone-containing macromolecular charring agent(Si-MCA)and ammonium polyphosphate(APP)was designed to synergistically improve the flame retardancy and mechanical properties of ethylene-butyl acrylate copolymer(EBA)composites.The optimal mass ratio of APP/Si-MCA was 3/1 in EBA composites(EBA/APP-Si-31),corresponding to the best flame retardancy with 31.2% of limited oxygen index(LOI),V-0 rating in UL-94 vertical burning test,and 76.4%reduction on the peak of heat release rate(PHRR)in cone calorimeter test.The enhancement mechanism was attributed to the synergistic effect of APP/Si-MCA during combustion,including the radical-trapping effect,the dilution effect of non-flammable gases,and the barrier effect of the intumescent char layer.Meanwhile,the tensile results indicated that EBA/APP-Si-31 also exhibited good mechanical properties with the addition of maleic anhydride-grafted polyethylene(PE-g-MA)as the compatibilizer.Thus,the APP/Si-MCA combination is an effective IFRs system for preparing high-performance EBA composites,and it will promote their applications as cable sheath materials.展开更多
The incorporation of commercial flame retardants into fiber-reinforced polymer(FRP)composites has been proposed as a potential solution to improve the latter’s poor flame resistance.However,this approach often poses ...The incorporation of commercial flame retardants into fiber-reinforced polymer(FRP)composites has been proposed as a potential solution to improve the latter’s poor flame resistance.However,this approach often poses a challenge,as it can adversely affect the mechanical properties of the FRP.Thus,balancing the need for improved flame resistance with the preservation of mechanical integrity remains a complex issue in FRP research.Addressing this critical concern,this study introduces a novel additive system featuring a combination of one-dimensional(1D)hollow tubular structured halloysite nanotubes(HNTs)and two-dimensional(2D)polygonal flake-shaped nano kaolinite(NKN).By employing a 1D/2D hybrid kaolinite nanoclay system,this research aims to simultaneously improve the flame retardancy and mechanical properties.This innovative approach offers several advantages.During combustion and pyrolysis processes,the 1D/2D hybrid kaolinite nanoclay system proves effective in reducing heat release and volatile leaching.Furthermore,the system facilitates the formation of reinforcing skeletons through a crosslinking mechanism during pyrolysis,resulting in the development of a compact char layer.This char layer acts as a protective barrier,enhancing the material’s resistance to heat and flames.In terms of mechanical properties,the multilayered polygonal flake-shaped 2D NKN plays a crucial role by impeding the formation of cracks that typically arise from vulnerable areas,such as adhesive phase particles.Simultaneously,the 1D HNT bridges these cracks within the matrix,ensuring the structural integrity of the composite material.In an optimal scenario,the homogeneously distributed 1D/2D hybrid kaolinite nanoclays exhibit remarkable results,with a 51.0%improvement in mode II fracture toughness(GIIC),indicating increased resistance to crack propagation.In addition,there is a 34.5%reduction in total heat release,signifying improved flame retardancy.This study represents a significant step forward in the field of composite materials.The innovative use of hybrid low-dimensional nanomaterials offers a promising avenue for the development of multifunctional composites.By carefully designing and incorporating these nanoclays,researchers can potentially create a new generation of FRP composites that excel in both flame resistance and mechanical strength.展开更多
A silylated melamine sponge(SMS)was prepared by two simple steps,namely,immersion and dehydration of a melamine sponge coated with methyltrichlorosilane.The silylated structure of SMS was characterized by FT-IR(Fourie...A silylated melamine sponge(SMS)was prepared by two simple steps,namely,immersion and dehydration of a melamine sponge coated with methyltrichlorosilane.The silylated structure of SMS was characterized by FT-IR(Fourier-transform infrared)spectroscopy,SEM(Scanning electron microscopy)and in terms of water contact angles.Its oil-water absorption and separation capacities were measured by FT-IR and UV-visible spectrophoto-metry.The experimental results have shown that oligomeric silanol covalently bonds by Si-N onto the surface of melamine sponge skeletons.SMS has shown superhydrophobicity with a water contact angle exceeding 150°±1°,a better separation efficiency with regard to diesel oil(by 99.31%(wt/wt%)in oil-water mixture and even up to 99.99%(wt/wt%)for diesel oil in its saturated aqueous solution.Moreover,SMS inherited the intrinsicflame retardancy of the melamine sponge.In general,SMS has shown superhydrophobicity,high porosity,excellent selectivity,remarkable recyclability,and better absorption capacity for various oils and organic solvents,and a high separation efficiency for oil in saturated aqueous solutions.展开更多
The demand for particleboard is increasing along with economic and population growth.However,two major barriers to the manufacture of particleboard are a shortage of raw materials(woodchips)and the emission of formald...The demand for particleboard is increasing along with economic and population growth.However,two major barriers to the manufacture of particleboard are a shortage of raw materials(woodchips)and the emission of formaldehyde from conventional adhesives.Agricultural by-products such as corn stalks contain an abundance of renewable lignocellulosic fiber.This study evaluates the effect of citric acid as a natural adhesive and fire retardant addition on the physical,mechanical,and fire retardancy properties of particleboards fabricated from corn stalks.A cost-effective and inorganic salt,calcium carbonate,was tested to enhance the fire retardancy.Ammonium dihydrogen phosphate was also considered as a comparative control.Particleboards with the addition of calcium carbonate was pretreated with sodium chloride.The particleboards were pressed for 10 min at 200℃.Japanese Industrial Standard JIS A 5908:2022 was used as the benchmark for the physical and mechanical tests.Fire retardancy was dynamically tested by simulating a Bushfire Attack Level of 19 kW/m^(2).The particleboard with 25 wt%citric acid had superior mechanical properties and complied with the JIS A 5908 standard for Type 13 base particleboard.Particleboard with the addition of calcium carbonate(5%and 10%)showed significantly delayed pyrolysis time.展开更多
We developed flame retarded polyimine type vitrimers and carbon fibre reinforced composites using two additive and a reactive flame retardant containing phosphorus:ammonium polyphosphate(APP),resorcinol bis(diphenyl p...We developed flame retarded polyimine type vitrimers and carbon fibre reinforced composites using two additive and a reactive flame retardant containing phosphorus:ammonium polyphosphate(APP),resorcinol bis(diphenyl phosphate)(RDP);and N,N’,N’’-tris(2-aminoethyl)-phosphoric acid triamide(TEDAP).We characterised the vitrimer matrix materials by differential scanning calorimetry(DSC),thermal analysis(TGA),limiting oxygen index(LOI),UL-94 test and mass loss calorimetry(MLC),while the vitrimer composites by LOI,UL-94 test,MLC and dynamic mechanical analysis(DMA).We compared the performance of the vitrimer systems to a benchmark pentaerythritol-based aliphatic epoxy resin system(PER).The vitrimer reference had higher thermal stability but lower fire performance than the PER aliphatic reference epoxy.At lower phosphorus content,the vitrimer systems exhibited a melting above their vitrimer transition temperature,which negatively affected their LOI and UL-94 results.From 2%phosphorus content,rapid charring and extinguishing of vitrimers prevented the softening and deforming.The superior performance of these same flame retardants in vitrimer systems could be attributed to the high nitrogen content of imine-based vitrimers in combination with phosphorus flame retardants,exploiting nitrogen-phosphorus synergism.In both matrices,flame retardants with solid phase action lead to better fire performance,while in composites,the lowest peak heat release rates(152 kW/m2 in vitrimer composite)were achieved with RDP acting predominantly in the gas phase,as carbon fibres hindered the intumescent phenomenon.展开更多
An attempt was made in the paper aiming at imparting flame retardancy to polymers by plasma grafting technique Based on EVA copolymers with different VA contents the author tried to use the Ar plasma followed by graf...An attempt was made in the paper aiming at imparting flame retardancy to polymers by plasma grafting technique Based on EVA copolymers with different VA contents the author tried to use the Ar plasma followed by grafting with/without subsequent saponification and metal ion exchange expediting the charring of polymers upon heationg Characterization of the flammability of the plasma treated EVA copolymers grafted with acrylic monomers(MAA,AA and AAm)indicates that this approach turns out to be a promising way and worthy doing whatever in research and/or applications展开更多
To minimize the loading level of the char-forming phosphorus based flame retardants in the poly（lactic acid） （PLA） with reduced flammability, we have developed the flame-retarded PLA nanocomposites by melt blendin...To minimize the loading level of the char-forming phosphorus based flame retardants in the poly（lactic acid） （PLA） with reduced flammability, we have developed the flame-retarded PLA nanocomposites by melt blending method incorporating organically modified montmorillonite （OMMT） and aluminium diethylphosphinate （A1Pi） additives. The influence of A1Pi and OMMT on flame retardancy and thermal stability of PLA was thoroughly investigated by means of the limiting oxygen index （LOI）, UL94 test, cone calorimeter, X-ray diffraction （XRD）, thermogravimetric analysis and scanning electronic microscopy （SEM）. The experimental results show that the PLA/A1Pi/OMMT system has excellent fire retardancy. The LOI value increases from 19% for pristine PLA to 28% for the flame-retarded PLA. Cone calorimeter analysis of the PLA/A1Pi/OMMT exhibits a reduction in the peak heat release rate values by 26.2%. Thermogravimetric analysis and SEM of cone calorimeter residues indicate that OMMT significantly enhances the thermal stability, promotes char-forming and suppresses the melt dripping. The research of this study implies that the combining of the flame retardant and organoclay results in a synergistic effect. In addition, the flame-retarded PLA nanocomposite also exhibits notable increase in the impact strength and the elongation at break.展开更多
Metal–organic frameworks(MOFs)with high microporosity and relatively high thermal stability are potential thermal insulation and flame-retardant materials.However,the difficulties in processing and shaping MOFs have ...Metal–organic frameworks(MOFs)with high microporosity and relatively high thermal stability are potential thermal insulation and flame-retardant materials.However,the difficulties in processing and shaping MOFs have largely hampered their applications in these areas.This study outlines the fabrication of hybrid CNF@MOF aerogels by a stepwise assembly approach involving the coating and cross-linking of cellulose nanofibers(CNFs)with continuous nanolayers of MOFs.The cross-linking gives the aerogels high mechanical strength but superelasticity(80%maximum recoverable strain,high specific compression modulus of^200 MPa cm3 g−1,and specific stress of^100 MPa cm3 g−1).The resultant lightweight aerogels have a cellular network structure and hierarchical porosity,which render the aerogels with relatively low thermal conductivity of^40 mW m−1 K−1.The hydrophobic,thermally stable MOF nanolayers wrapped around the CNFs result in good moisture resistance and fire retardancy.This study demonstrates that MOFs can be used as efficient thermal insulation and flame-retardant materials.It presents a pathway for the design of thermally insulating,superelastic fire-retardant nanocomposites based on MOFs and nanocellulose.展开更多
Fabricating a high-performing thermoset using bio-based flame retardant is critical for the sustain-able development of engineering materials with superior fire safety and robust mechanical properties.Herein,the epoxy...Fabricating a high-performing thermoset using bio-based flame retardant is critical for the sustain-able development of engineering materials with superior fire safety and robust mechanical properties.Herein,the epoxy(EP)composites with the industrial requirements are manufactured with a novel high-efficient,lignin-based flame retardant named DAL-x,which is fabricated by grafting 9,10-dihydro-9-oxa-10-phosphaze-10-oxide(DOPO)onto lignin.The resulting DAL-x/EP composite exhibits excellent flame retardancy with a desirable UL-94 V-0 rating and a satisfactory limiting oxygen index(LOI)of 29.8%due to the appropriate phosphorus content of DAL-x with adjustable molecular chain structure.More-over,the DAL-x/EP composite shows an unexpected improvement in the elastic modulus(∼36%)and well-preserved strength and ductility compared with those of pure EP.This work offers a feasible strat-egy for creating efficient bio-based flame retardants utilizing industrial waste lignin and preparing high-performance EP composites that meet the demanding requirement of fire retardancy in industries,con-tributing to the circular economy and sustainability.展开更多
Calcium alginate fibers were prepared by wet spinning of sodium alginate into a coagulating bath containing calcium chloride.The thermal degradation and flame retardancy of calcium alginate fibers were investigated wi...Calcium alginate fibers were prepared by wet spinning of sodium alginate into a coagulating bath containing calcium chloride.The thermal degradation and flame retardancy of calcium alginate fibers were investigated with thermal gravimetry(TG),X-ray diffraction(XRD),limiting oxygen index(LOI) and cone calorimeter(CONE).The results show that calcium alginate fibers are inherently flame retardant with a LOI value of 34,and the heat release rate(HRR),total heat release(THR),CO and CO_2 concentrations during com...展开更多
Facile strategy enabling the fabrication of carbon dots(CDs)with favorable performance useful for various applications is highly desirable.Here,we report the fabrication of highly fluorescent carbon dots(CDs)towards s...Facile strategy enabling the fabrication of carbon dots(CDs)with favorable performance useful for various applications is highly desirable.Here,we report the fabrication of highly fluorescent carbon dots(CDs)towards sensitive metal ion detection,brightly fluorescent printing pattern,as well as green flame retardants for synthetic polymeric materials.CDs are synthesized by solvothermal treatment of polypropylene carbonate(PPC)with ethylenediamine,and the quantum yield of CDs could increase from 30%to 86%by further adding trace of citric acid.The abundant functional groups on the surface of CDs allow CDs well incorporated into polymers to form CD-loaded polystyrene(PS)microspheres,which are employed to construct fluorescent supraballs via triphase microfluidic technique and used as“inks”for uniform fluorescent patterns.Interestingly,the resultant CDs show good flame retardancy for highly flammable polymeric foams and fibers.The CDs surpass previously reported flame-retardant additives,to show excellent combustion resistance that the addition of 20 wt%CDs causes 75%decrease in the peak of heat release rate(P-HRR)for polyurethane(PU)foams.Significantly,a molecular dynamics simulation process for PU/CDs combustion is constructed.This work may spur the preparation and application of highperformance carbon-based nanomaterials.展开更多
Graphene oxide was prepared by ultrasonication of completely oxidized graphite and used to improve the flame retardancy of epoxy. The epoxy/graphene oxide nanocomposite was studied in terms of exfoliation/dispersion, ...Graphene oxide was prepared by ultrasonication of completely oxidized graphite and used to improve the flame retardancy of epoxy. The epoxy/graphene oxide nanocomposite was studied in terms of exfoliation/dispersion, thermal stability and flame retardancy. X-ray diffraction and transmission electron microscopy confirmed the exfoliation of the graphene oxide nanosheets in epoxy matrix. Cone calorimeter measurements showed that the time to ignition of the epoxy/graphene oxide nanocomposite was longer than that of neat epoxy. The heat release rate curve of the nanocomposite was broadened compared to that of neat epoxy and the peak heat release rate decreased as well.展开更多
In this research, the flame retardancy of neat alginate fiber, flame retardant viscose fiber （FRV） and alginate/FRV （50/50） blending fibers were investigated by vertical burning and cone calorimeter tests. The ver...In this research, the flame retardancy of neat alginate fiber, flame retardant viscose fiber （FRV） and alginate/FRV （50/50） blending fibers were investigated by vertical burning and cone calorimeter tests. The vertical burning test showed that the afterflame time of alginate fiber was 0 s, but alginate presented serious smoldering behavior with the afterglow time of 605 s and damaged length of 85 mm, while the afterglow time of FRV was 0 s. When the FRV was incorporated into alginate with the weight ratio of 50/ 50, the afterglow time and damaged length were significantly reduced to 85 s and 35 mm, indicating the smoldering of alginate can be effectively decreased. The morphology and chemical structure of the alginate residual demonstrated that it was seriously destroyed during smoldering process, which was ascribed to its relative low initial thermal degradation temperature. Based on the thermal properties analysis, alginate and FRV fibers shared the concurrence of rapid degradation in the same temperature region of 250-300 ℃, through which, the compact and stable char formed by FRV can prevent the heat transmission and suppress the smoldering of alginate. Further, the cone calorimeter results demonstrated that the time to ignition （TTI） significantly increased and peak heat release rate （PHRR） decreased for alginate/FRV （50/50） compared with FRV. With this research, a new method to overcome the smoldering of alginate was proposed by blending with FRV展开更多
The curing behavior of diglycidyl ether of bisphenol-A （DGEBA） with different phosphorus containing diamidediimide-tetraamines （DADITAs） was studied by DSC. Eight DADITAs of varying structures were synthesized by ...The curing behavior of diglycidyl ether of bisphenol-A （DGEBA） with different phosphorus containing diamidediimide-tetraamines （DADITAs） was studied by DSC. Eight DADITAs of varying structures were synthesized by reacting 1 mole of pyromellitic anhydride （PMDA）/3,3＇-benzophenone tetracarboxylic dianhydride （BTDA）/1,4,5,8-naphthalene tetraearboxylic dianhydride （NTDA）/4,4＇-oxydiphthalic anhydride （ODPA） with 2 mole of L-tryptophan （T） in a mixture of acetic acid and pyridine （3：2 V/V） followed by activaton with thionyl chloride and then condensation with excess of phosphorus containing triamines tris（3-aminophenyl） phosphine （TAP） and tris（3-aminophenyl） phosphine oxide （TAPO）. DADITAs obtained by reacting PMDA/BTDA/NTDA/ODPA with L-tryptophan followed by condensation with TAP/TAPO were designated as PTAP, PTAPO, BTAP, BTAPO, NTAP, NTAPO, OTAP and OTAPO respectively. The structural characterization of synthesized DADITAs was done by FTIR, ~H-NMR, I3C-NMR, 31p-NMR spectroscopic techniques and elemental analysis. Thermal stability of the isothermally cured epoxy was investigated using dynamic thermogravimetry analysis. The glass transition temperature （Tg） was highest in DGEBA cured using PTAP. All epoxy thermosets exhibited excellent flame retardancy, moderate changes in Tg and thermal stability. Due to presence of phosphorus in curing agents, all epoxy resin systems met the UL-94 V-0 classification and the limiting oxygen index （LOI） reached up to 38.5, probably because of the nitrogen-phosphorus synergistic effect.展开更多
Polyester(PET) was pre-activated by atmospheric air plasma and coated by various inorganic oxide nanoparticles(MOx) such as titanium dioxide(TiO2), zinc oxide(ZnO), and silicon oxide(SiO2), using poly(vinylidene fluor...Polyester(PET) was pre-activated by atmospheric air plasma and coated by various inorganic oxide nanoparticles(MOx) such as titanium dioxide(TiO2), zinc oxide(ZnO), and silicon oxide(SiO2), using poly(vinylidene fluoride)(PVDF) and chitosan(CT) as binders. The resulting PET-PVDF-MOx-CT composites were thermally compressed and then characterized by scanning electron microscopy, Fourier infrared spectroscopy, thermal gravimetric analysis, and flame retardancy(FR) ability tests. PET modifications resulted in more thermally stable and less harmful composites with weaker hazardous gas release. This was explained in terms of structure compaction that blocks pyrolysis gas emissions.CT incorporation was found to reduce the material susceptibility to oxidation. This judicious procedure also allowed improving flame retardancy ability, by lengthening the combustion delay and slowing the flame propagation. Chitosan also turned out to contribute to a possible synergy with the other polymers present in the synthesized materials. These results provide valuable data that allow understanding the FR phenomena and envisaging low-cost high FR materials from biodegradable raw materials.展开更多
A novel EVA/unmodified nano-magnesium hydroxide （NMH）/silicone rubber ternary nanocomposite was prepared by using a special compound flame retardant of NMH and silicone rubber （CFR）. The flammability of the ternar...A novel EVA/unmodified nano-magnesium hydroxide （NMH）/silicone rubber ternary nanocomposite was prepared by using a special compound flame retardant of NMH and silicone rubber （CFR）. The flammability of the ternary composite was studied by cone calorimeter test （CCT）. Synergistic effect on flame retardancy was found between silicone rubber and NMH. EVA/CFR ternary nanocomposite showed the lowest peak heat release rate （PHRR） and mass loss rate （MLR） among the samples of virgin EVA, EVA composites. The synergistic flame retardancy of silicone rubber and NMH in EVA system is attributed to the enhanced char layers in the condensed phase that prevents the heat and mass transfer in the fire.展开更多
Caged bicyclic phosphate （CBP） and its dimelamine salt （PDS） were synthesized and added to epoxy resins to obtain the flame retarded epoxy resin composites. The flammability of the composites was characterized by ...Caged bicyclic phosphate （CBP） and its dimelamine salt （PDS） were synthesized and added to epoxy resins to obtain the flame retarded epoxy resin composites. The flammability of the composites was characterized by the limiting oxygen index （LOI） and cone calorimeter tests. The LOI values of flame retarded composites increase consistently with the increase of flame retardant amounts, and they are almost the same when the loading of CBP is the same as that of PDS, although the phosphorus content of PDS is much lower than that of CBP. The total heat release increases in the order of CBP30/ER 〈 PDS30/ER 〈 PDS15/ER 〈 CBPI5/ER, whereas that of specific extinction area is CBP15/ER 〉 CBP30/ER 〉 PDS30/ER ≌ PDS15/ER. PDS exhibits more effective inhibition of oxidation of combustible gases. In the tests of thermogravimetric analyses （TG） and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy （FT-IR）, it is found that the degradation of the composites is influenced greatly by the addition of flame retardants. By scanning electron microscopy （SEM）, a thick and tight char-layer is observed for PDS30/ER, resulting from the interaction of nitrogen species with phosphorus species. Therefore, the combination of CBP with melamine in the flame retarded system can improve the flame retardancy greatly.展开更多
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(51991352 and 51874266).
文摘Silicone rubber(SR)exhibits superior breathability and high-temperature resistance.However,SR is prone to degradation under extreme heat or combustion,limiting its effectiveness in mitigating secondary hazards.In this study,phosphate glass powder was used to calcinate zinc borate,lanthanum oxide,and cerium oxide.Methylphenyl polysiloxane was then grafted onto the surface of the glass powder,resulting in the modified pow-ders designated as Methylphenyl polysiloxane-grafted zinc borate-modified phosphate glass powder(GF-ZnBM),Methylphenyl polysiloxane-grafted lanthanum oxide-modified phosphate glass powder(GF-LaM),and Methylphenyl polysiloxane-grafted cerium oxide-modified phosphate glass powder(GF-CeM).The modified powders were sub-sequently incorporated into silicone rubber composites to enhance the ceramicization capability of silicone rubber at high temperatures.Specifically,GF-CeM and GF-LaM significantly increased the limiting oxygen index(LOI)to 33%and reduced the tendency for combustion propagation.Additionally,GF-CeM notably contributed to enhancing ceramicization strength.The presence of cerium oxide helps in the melting of the glass powder and enhances its adhesion to the silicone rubber matrix.SR/ZnB-GF exhibited the lowest activation energy among the tested composites,along with the best protective capability.The inclusion of modified glass powder has a minor impact on the rheological properties,indicating that the composite retains its ability to flow and deform under stress.This confirms that the material remains flexible under normal conditions and forms a ceramic structure when heated,thereby exhibiting self-supporting properties.This study provides a practical methodology for the targeted modification of glass powders,thereby further enhancing the fire safety of silicone-based composites.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.22268025)the Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(No.2023A1515011985)the Applied Basic Research Program of Yunnan Province(Nos.202201AT070115,202201BE070001–031).
文摘The miniaturization and high-power density of electronic devices presents new challenges in thermal management.The precise control of microstructure arrangement,particularly in boron nitride nanosheets(BNNS),is essential for achieving efficient heat dissipation in highly thermally conductive composites within electrically insulating package.In this work,manganese ferrite was hydrothermally synthesized on BNNS,creating a layered structure in a magnetically responsive nanohybrid material named BNNS@M.This material was then integrated into a waterborne polyurethane(WPU)solution and shaped under a magnetic field to produce thermally conductive film.By altering the magnetic field direction,the mi-crostructure orientation of BNNS@M was controlled,resulting in anisotropic thermally conductive com-posite films with horizontal and vertical orientations.Specifically,under a vertical magnetic field,the film 30-Ve-BNNS@WPU,containing 30 wt.%BNNS@M,achieved a through-plane thermal conductivity of 8.5 W m^(−1)K^(−1)and an in-plane thermal conductivity of 1.8 W m^(−1)K^(−1),showcasing significant anisotropic thermal conductivity.Meanwhile,these films demonstrated excellent thermal stability,mechanical per-formance,and flame retardancy.Furthermore,employing Foygel’s theory elucidated the impact of filler arrangement on thermal conductivity mechanisms and the actual application of 5 G device chips and LED lamps emphasizing the potential of these thermally conductive films in thermal management appli-cations.This investigation contributes valuable design concepts and foundations for the development of anisotropic thermally conductive composites suitable for electron thermal management.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2021YFB3700103).
文摘The demand for anisotropic aerogels with excellent comprehensive properties in cutting-edge fields such as aerospace is growing.Based on the above background,a novel heterocyclic para-aramid nanofiber/reduced graphene oxide(HPAN/rGO)composite aerogel was prepared by combining electrospinning and unidirectional freeze-drying.The anisotropic HPAN/rGO composite aerogel exhibited a honeycomb morphology in the direction perpendicular to the growth of ice crystals,and a through-well structure of directed microchannels in the direction parallel to the temperature gradient.By varying the mass ratio of HPAN/rGO,a composite aerogel with an ultra-low density of 5.34-7.81 mg·cm^(-3) and an ultra-high porosity of 98%-99%was obtained.Benefiting from the anisotropic structure,the radial and axial thermal conductivities of HPAN/rGO-3 composite aerogel were 29.37 and 44.35 mW·m^(-1)·K^(-1),respectively.A combination of software simulation and experiments was used to analyze the effect of anisotropic structures on the thermal insulation properties of aerogels.Moreover,due to the intrinsic self-extinguishing properties of heterocyclic para-aramid and the protection of the graphene carbon layer,the composite aerogel also exhibits excellent flame retardancy properties,and its total heat release rate(THR)was only 5.8 kJ·g^(-1),which is far superior to many reported aerogels.Therefore,ultralight anisotropic HPAN/rGO composite aerogels with excellent high-temperature thermal insulation and flame retardancy properties have broad application prospects in complex environments such as aerospace.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52473059)Taishan Scholar Constructive Engineering Foundation of Shandong Province(tsqn202103079)Key Research and Development Plan of Shandong Province(2024TSGC0264).
文摘Power cables are important pieces of equipment for energy transmission,but achieving a good balance between flame retardancy and mechanical properties of cable sheaths remains a challenge.In this work,a novel intumescent flame retardant(IFR)system containing silicone-containing macromolecular charring agent(Si-MCA)and ammonium polyphosphate(APP)was designed to synergistically improve the flame retardancy and mechanical properties of ethylene-butyl acrylate copolymer(EBA)composites.The optimal mass ratio of APP/Si-MCA was 3/1 in EBA composites(EBA/APP-Si-31),corresponding to the best flame retardancy with 31.2% of limited oxygen index(LOI),V-0 rating in UL-94 vertical burning test,and 76.4%reduction on the peak of heat release rate(PHRR)in cone calorimeter test.The enhancement mechanism was attributed to the synergistic effect of APP/Si-MCA during combustion,including the radical-trapping effect,the dilution effect of non-flammable gases,and the barrier effect of the intumescent char layer.Meanwhile,the tensile results indicated that EBA/APP-Si-31 also exhibited good mechanical properties with the addition of maleic anhydride-grafted polyethylene(PE-g-MA)as the compatibilizer.Thus,the APP/Si-MCA combination is an effective IFRs system for preparing high-performance EBA composites,and it will promote their applications as cable sheath materials.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(11872279,12172258,and 11625210).
文摘The incorporation of commercial flame retardants into fiber-reinforced polymer(FRP)composites has been proposed as a potential solution to improve the latter’s poor flame resistance.However,this approach often poses a challenge,as it can adversely affect the mechanical properties of the FRP.Thus,balancing the need for improved flame resistance with the preservation of mechanical integrity remains a complex issue in FRP research.Addressing this critical concern,this study introduces a novel additive system featuring a combination of one-dimensional(1D)hollow tubular structured halloysite nanotubes(HNTs)and two-dimensional(2D)polygonal flake-shaped nano kaolinite(NKN).By employing a 1D/2D hybrid kaolinite nanoclay system,this research aims to simultaneously improve the flame retardancy and mechanical properties.This innovative approach offers several advantages.During combustion and pyrolysis processes,the 1D/2D hybrid kaolinite nanoclay system proves effective in reducing heat release and volatile leaching.Furthermore,the system facilitates the formation of reinforcing skeletons through a crosslinking mechanism during pyrolysis,resulting in the development of a compact char layer.This char layer acts as a protective barrier,enhancing the material’s resistance to heat and flames.In terms of mechanical properties,the multilayered polygonal flake-shaped 2D NKN plays a crucial role by impeding the formation of cracks that typically arise from vulnerable areas,such as adhesive phase particles.Simultaneously,the 1D HNT bridges these cracks within the matrix,ensuring the structural integrity of the composite material.In an optimal scenario,the homogeneously distributed 1D/2D hybrid kaolinite nanoclays exhibit remarkable results,with a 51.0%improvement in mode II fracture toughness(GIIC),indicating increased resistance to crack propagation.In addition,there is a 34.5%reduction in total heat release,signifying improved flame retardancy.This study represents a significant step forward in the field of composite materials.The innovative use of hybrid low-dimensional nanomaterials offers a promising avenue for the development of multifunctional composites.By carefully designing and incorporating these nanoclays,researchers can potentially create a new generation of FRP composites that excel in both flame resistance and mechanical strength.
基金funded by Qingyang Science and Technology Support Project(KT2019-03)。
文摘A silylated melamine sponge(SMS)was prepared by two simple steps,namely,immersion and dehydration of a melamine sponge coated with methyltrichlorosilane.The silylated structure of SMS was characterized by FT-IR(Fourier-transform infrared)spectroscopy,SEM(Scanning electron microscopy)and in terms of water contact angles.Its oil-water absorption and separation capacities were measured by FT-IR and UV-visible spectrophoto-metry.The experimental results have shown that oligomeric silanol covalently bonds by Si-N onto the surface of melamine sponge skeletons.SMS has shown superhydrophobicity with a water contact angle exceeding 150°±1°,a better separation efficiency with regard to diesel oil(by 99.31%(wt/wt%)in oil-water mixture and even up to 99.99%(wt/wt%)for diesel oil in its saturated aqueous solution.Moreover,SMS inherited the intrinsicflame retardancy of the melamine sponge.In general,SMS has shown superhydrophobicity,high porosity,excellent selectivity,remarkable recyclability,and better absorption capacity for various oils and organic solvents,and a high separation efficiency for oil in saturated aqueous solutions.
文摘The demand for particleboard is increasing along with economic and population growth.However,two major barriers to the manufacture of particleboard are a shortage of raw materials(woodchips)and the emission of formaldehyde from conventional adhesives.Agricultural by-products such as corn stalks contain an abundance of renewable lignocellulosic fiber.This study evaluates the effect of citric acid as a natural adhesive and fire retardant addition on the physical,mechanical,and fire retardancy properties of particleboards fabricated from corn stalks.A cost-effective and inorganic salt,calcium carbonate,was tested to enhance the fire retardancy.Ammonium dihydrogen phosphate was also considered as a comparative control.Particleboards with the addition of calcium carbonate was pretreated with sodium chloride.The particleboards were pressed for 10 min at 200℃.Japanese Industrial Standard JIS A 5908:2022 was used as the benchmark for the physical and mechanical tests.Fire retardancy was dynamically tested by simulating a Bushfire Attack Level of 19 kW/m^(2).The particleboard with 25 wt%citric acid had superior mechanical properties and complied with the JIS A 5908 standard for Type 13 base particleboard.Particleboard with the addition of calcium carbonate(5%and 10%)showed significantly delayed pyrolysis time.
基金Project no.TKP-6-6/PALY-2021 has been implemented with the support provided by the Ministry of CultureInnovation of Hungary from the National Research,Development and Innovation Fund,financed under the TKP2021-NVA funding scheme+4 种基金funded by the National Research,Development and In-novation Office(NKFIH K142517)This research has been imple-mented with the support of the 2021-1.2.4-TÉT-2021-00050,which encourages scientific and technological cooperation between USA and HungarySupport from theÚNKP-23-3-II-BME-227,ÚNKP-23-5-BME-409 andÚNKP-23-5-BME-417 New National Excellence Pro-gram of the Ministry for Culture and Innovation from the source of the National Research,Development and Innovation Fund is acknowledgedsupported by the János Bolyai Research Scholarship of the Hungarian Academy of Sci-ences No.BO/00508/22/6 and No BO/00980/23/7support of Bertalan Papp in preparation works.
文摘We developed flame retarded polyimine type vitrimers and carbon fibre reinforced composites using two additive and a reactive flame retardant containing phosphorus:ammonium polyphosphate(APP),resorcinol bis(diphenyl phosphate)(RDP);and N,N’,N’’-tris(2-aminoethyl)-phosphoric acid triamide(TEDAP).We characterised the vitrimer matrix materials by differential scanning calorimetry(DSC),thermal analysis(TGA),limiting oxygen index(LOI),UL-94 test and mass loss calorimetry(MLC),while the vitrimer composites by LOI,UL-94 test,MLC and dynamic mechanical analysis(DMA).We compared the performance of the vitrimer systems to a benchmark pentaerythritol-based aliphatic epoxy resin system(PER).The vitrimer reference had higher thermal stability but lower fire performance than the PER aliphatic reference epoxy.At lower phosphorus content,the vitrimer systems exhibited a melting above their vitrimer transition temperature,which negatively affected their LOI and UL-94 results.From 2%phosphorus content,rapid charring and extinguishing of vitrimers prevented the softening and deforming.The superior performance of these same flame retardants in vitrimer systems could be attributed to the high nitrogen content of imine-based vitrimers in combination with phosphorus flame retardants,exploiting nitrogen-phosphorus synergism.In both matrices,flame retardants with solid phase action lead to better fire performance,while in composites,the lowest peak heat release rates(152 kW/m2 in vitrimer composite)were achieved with RDP acting predominantly in the gas phase,as carbon fibres hindered the intumescent phenomenon.
文摘An attempt was made in the paper aiming at imparting flame retardancy to polymers by plasma grafting technique Based on EVA copolymers with different VA contents the author tried to use the Ar plasma followed by grafting with/without subsequent saponification and metal ion exchange expediting the charring of polymers upon heationg Characterization of the flammability of the plasma treated EVA copolymers grafted with acrylic monomers(MAA,AA and AAm)indicates that this approach turns out to be a promising way and worthy doing whatever in research and/or applications
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.51203118)the Shanghai Automotive Industry Science and Technology Development Foundation(No.1006)
文摘To minimize the loading level of the char-forming phosphorus based flame retardants in the poly（lactic acid） （PLA） with reduced flammability, we have developed the flame-retarded PLA nanocomposites by melt blending method incorporating organically modified montmorillonite （OMMT） and aluminium diethylphosphinate （A1Pi） additives. The influence of A1Pi and OMMT on flame retardancy and thermal stability of PLA was thoroughly investigated by means of the limiting oxygen index （LOI）, UL94 test, cone calorimeter, X-ray diffraction （XRD）, thermogravimetric analysis and scanning electronic microscopy （SEM）. The experimental results show that the PLA/A1Pi/OMMT system has excellent fire retardancy. The LOI value increases from 19% for pristine PLA to 28% for the flame-retarded PLA. Cone calorimeter analysis of the PLA/A1Pi/OMMT exhibits a reduction in the peak heat release rate values by 26.2%. Thermogravimetric analysis and SEM of cone calorimeter residues indicate that OMMT significantly enhances the thermal stability, promotes char-forming and suppresses the melt dripping. The research of this study implies that the combining of the flame retardant and organoclay results in a synergistic effect. In addition, the flame-retarded PLA nanocomposite also exhibits notable increase in the impact strength and the elongation at break.
文摘Metal–organic frameworks(MOFs)with high microporosity and relatively high thermal stability are potential thermal insulation and flame-retardant materials.However,the difficulties in processing and shaping MOFs have largely hampered their applications in these areas.This study outlines the fabrication of hybrid CNF@MOF aerogels by a stepwise assembly approach involving the coating and cross-linking of cellulose nanofibers(CNFs)with continuous nanolayers of MOFs.The cross-linking gives the aerogels high mechanical strength but superelasticity(80%maximum recoverable strain,high specific compression modulus of^200 MPa cm3 g−1,and specific stress of^100 MPa cm3 g−1).The resultant lightweight aerogels have a cellular network structure and hierarchical porosity,which render the aerogels with relatively low thermal conductivity of^40 mW m−1 K−1.The hydrophobic,thermally stable MOF nanolayers wrapped around the CNFs result in good moisture resistance and fire retardancy.This study demonstrates that MOFs can be used as efficient thermal insulation and flame-retardant materials.It presents a pathway for the design of thermally insulating,superelastic fire-retardant nanocomposites based on MOFs and nanocellulose.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.51873196 and 51903222)the Australian Research Council(Nos.LP220100278,DP190102992 and FT190100188)+1 种基金the Natural Science Foundation of Zhejiang Province(No.LY21E030001)the“Pioneer”and“Leading Goose”R&D Program of Zhejiang(No.2022C03128).
文摘Fabricating a high-performing thermoset using bio-based flame retardant is critical for the sustain-able development of engineering materials with superior fire safety and robust mechanical properties.Herein,the epoxy(EP)composites with the industrial requirements are manufactured with a novel high-efficient,lignin-based flame retardant named DAL-x,which is fabricated by grafting 9,10-dihydro-9-oxa-10-phosphaze-10-oxide(DOPO)onto lignin.The resulting DAL-x/EP composite exhibits excellent flame retardancy with a desirable UL-94 V-0 rating and a satisfactory limiting oxygen index(LOI)of 29.8%due to the appropriate phosphorus content of DAL-x with adjustable molecular chain structure.More-over,the DAL-x/EP composite shows an unexpected improvement in the elastic modulus(∼36%)and well-preserved strength and ductility compared with those of pure EP.This work offers a feasible strat-egy for creating efficient bio-based flame retardants utilizing industrial waste lignin and preparing high-performance EP composites that meet the demanding requirement of fire retardancy in industries,con-tributing to the circular economy and sustainability.
基金supported by the Special Program for Key Basic Research of the Ministry of Science and Technology of China(No.2006CB708603)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.50673046)Shandong Natural Science Foundation(No.Q2008B04)
文摘Calcium alginate fibers were prepared by wet spinning of sodium alginate into a coagulating bath containing calcium chloride.The thermal degradation and flame retardancy of calcium alginate fibers were investigated with thermal gravimetry(TG),X-ray diffraction(XRD),limiting oxygen index(LOI) and cone calorimeter(CONE).The results show that calcium alginate fibers are inherently flame retardant with a LOI value of 34,and the heat release rate(HRR),total heat release(THR),CO and CO_2 concentrations during com...
基金supported by National Key Research and Development Program of China(2016YFB0401700,2018YFC1602800)National Natural Science Foundation of China(21736006)+1 种基金Fund of State Key Laboratory of Materials-Oriented Chemical Engineering(ZK201704,ZK201716)Priority Academic Program Development of Jiangsu Higher Education Institutions(PAPD)。
文摘Facile strategy enabling the fabrication of carbon dots(CDs)with favorable performance useful for various applications is highly desirable.Here,we report the fabrication of highly fluorescent carbon dots(CDs)towards sensitive metal ion detection,brightly fluorescent printing pattern,as well as green flame retardants for synthetic polymeric materials.CDs are synthesized by solvothermal treatment of polypropylene carbonate(PPC)with ethylenediamine,and the quantum yield of CDs could increase from 30%to 86%by further adding trace of citric acid.The abundant functional groups on the surface of CDs allow CDs well incorporated into polymers to form CD-loaded polystyrene(PS)microspheres,which are employed to construct fluorescent supraballs via triphase microfluidic technique and used as“inks”for uniform fluorescent patterns.Interestingly,the resultant CDs show good flame retardancy for highly flammable polymeric foams and fibers.The CDs surpass previously reported flame-retardant additives,to show excellent combustion resistance that the addition of 20 wt%CDs causes 75%decrease in the peak of heat release rate(P-HRR)for polyurethane(PU)foams.Significantly,a molecular dynamics simulation process for PU/CDs combustion is constructed.This work may spur the preparation and application of highperformance carbon-based nanomaterials.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.50873006)Program for New Century Excellent Talents in Universities,Ministry of Education of China(NCET-08-0711)
文摘Graphene oxide was prepared by ultrasonication of completely oxidized graphite and used to improve the flame retardancy of epoxy. The epoxy/graphene oxide nanocomposite was studied in terms of exfoliation/dispersion, thermal stability and flame retardancy. X-ray diffraction and transmission electron microscopy confirmed the exfoliation of the graphene oxide nanosheets in epoxy matrix. Cone calorimeter measurements showed that the time to ignition of the epoxy/graphene oxide nanocomposite was longer than that of neat epoxy. The heat release rate curve of the nanocomposite was broadened compared to that of neat epoxy and the peak heat release rate decreased as well.
基金supported by the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(No. CUSF-DH-D2016012)
文摘In this research, the flame retardancy of neat alginate fiber, flame retardant viscose fiber （FRV） and alginate/FRV （50/50） blending fibers were investigated by vertical burning and cone calorimeter tests. The vertical burning test showed that the afterflame time of alginate fiber was 0 s, but alginate presented serious smoldering behavior with the afterglow time of 605 s and damaged length of 85 mm, while the afterglow time of FRV was 0 s. When the FRV was incorporated into alginate with the weight ratio of 50/ 50, the afterglow time and damaged length were significantly reduced to 85 s and 35 mm, indicating the smoldering of alginate can be effectively decreased. The morphology and chemical structure of the alginate residual demonstrated that it was seriously destroyed during smoldering process, which was ascribed to its relative low initial thermal degradation temperature. Based on the thermal properties analysis, alginate and FRV fibers shared the concurrence of rapid degradation in the same temperature region of 250-300 ℃, through which, the compact and stable char formed by FRV can prevent the heat transmission and suppress the smoldering of alginate. Further, the cone calorimeter results demonstrated that the time to ignition （TTI） significantly increased and peak heat release rate （PHRR） decreased for alginate/FRV （50/50） compared with FRV. With this research, a new method to overcome the smoldering of alginate was proposed by blending with FRV
文摘The curing behavior of diglycidyl ether of bisphenol-A （DGEBA） with different phosphorus containing diamidediimide-tetraamines （DADITAs） was studied by DSC. Eight DADITAs of varying structures were synthesized by reacting 1 mole of pyromellitic anhydride （PMDA）/3,3＇-benzophenone tetracarboxylic dianhydride （BTDA）/1,4,5,8-naphthalene tetraearboxylic dianhydride （NTDA）/4,4＇-oxydiphthalic anhydride （ODPA） with 2 mole of L-tryptophan （T） in a mixture of acetic acid and pyridine （3：2 V/V） followed by activaton with thionyl chloride and then condensation with excess of phosphorus containing triamines tris（3-aminophenyl） phosphine （TAP） and tris（3-aminophenyl） phosphine oxide （TAPO）. DADITAs obtained by reacting PMDA/BTDA/NTDA/ODPA with L-tryptophan followed by condensation with TAP/TAPO were designated as PTAP, PTAPO, BTAP, BTAPO, NTAP, NTAPO, OTAP and OTAPO respectively. The structural characterization of synthesized DADITAs was done by FTIR, ~H-NMR, I3C-NMR, 31p-NMR spectroscopic techniques and elemental analysis. Thermal stability of the isothermally cured epoxy was investigated using dynamic thermogravimetry analysis. The glass transition temperature （Tg） was highest in DGEBA cured using PTAP. All epoxy thermosets exhibited excellent flame retardancy, moderate changes in Tg and thermal stability. Due to presence of phosphorus in curing agents, all epoxy resin systems met the UL-94 V-0 classification and the limiting oxygen index （LOI） reached up to 38.5, probably because of the nitrogen-phosphorus synergistic effect.
基金financially supported by the GEMTEX Laboratory-France
文摘Polyester(PET) was pre-activated by atmospheric air plasma and coated by various inorganic oxide nanoparticles(MOx) such as titanium dioxide(TiO2), zinc oxide(ZnO), and silicon oxide(SiO2), using poly(vinylidene fluoride)(PVDF) and chitosan(CT) as binders. The resulting PET-PVDF-MOx-CT composites were thermally compressed and then characterized by scanning electron microscopy, Fourier infrared spectroscopy, thermal gravimetric analysis, and flame retardancy(FR) ability tests. PET modifications resulted in more thermally stable and less harmful composites with weaker hazardous gas release. This was explained in terms of structure compaction that blocks pyrolysis gas emissions.CT incorporation was found to reduce the material susceptibility to oxidation. This judicious procedure also allowed improving flame retardancy ability, by lengthening the combustion delay and slowing the flame propagation. Chitosan also turned out to contribute to a possible synergy with the other polymers present in the synthesized materials. These results provide valuable data that allow understanding the FR phenomena and envisaging low-cost high FR materials from biodegradable raw materials.
基金This work was subsidized by the Special Funds for Major State Basic Research Projects(No.2005CB623800).
文摘A novel EVA/unmodified nano-magnesium hydroxide （NMH）/silicone rubber ternary nanocomposite was prepared by using a special compound flame retardant of NMH and silicone rubber （CFR）. The flammability of the ternary composite was studied by cone calorimeter test （CCT）. Synergistic effect on flame retardancy was found between silicone rubber and NMH. EVA/CFR ternary nanocomposite showed the lowest peak heat release rate （PHRR） and mass loss rate （MLR） among the samples of virgin EVA, EVA composites. The synergistic flame retardancy of silicone rubber and NMH in EVA system is attributed to the enhanced char layers in the condensed phase that prevents the heat and mass transfer in the fire.
基金This work was supported by the financial support of the Commission of Science and Technology of Shanghai Municipality(No.05nm05039 and No.05QMX1413).
文摘Caged bicyclic phosphate （CBP） and its dimelamine salt （PDS） were synthesized and added to epoxy resins to obtain the flame retarded epoxy resin composites. The flammability of the composites was characterized by the limiting oxygen index （LOI） and cone calorimeter tests. The LOI values of flame retarded composites increase consistently with the increase of flame retardant amounts, and they are almost the same when the loading of CBP is the same as that of PDS, although the phosphorus content of PDS is much lower than that of CBP. The total heat release increases in the order of CBP30/ER 〈 PDS30/ER 〈 PDS15/ER 〈 CBPI5/ER, whereas that of specific extinction area is CBP15/ER 〉 CBP30/ER 〉 PDS30/ER ≌ PDS15/ER. PDS exhibits more effective inhibition of oxidation of combustible gases. In the tests of thermogravimetric analyses （TG） and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy （FT-IR）, it is found that the degradation of the composites is influenced greatly by the addition of flame retardants. By scanning electron microscopy （SEM）, a thick and tight char-layer is observed for PDS30/ER, resulting from the interaction of nitrogen species with phosphorus species. Therefore, the combination of CBP with melamine in the flame retarded system can improve the flame retardancy greatly.
