Hexafluoro-iso-propylidene Enchained Aromatic Polymers and Methods for Preparation Thereof
Description:
Technology Overview
Researchers at Mississippi State University have developed a new synthetic method for preparation of semi-fluorinated aromatic polymers containing the 6F group providing new processable polymers with wide function and high thermal stability. Few methods exist for placement of the hexafluoro-iso-propylidene (6F) group onto aromatic polymers. This method also provides a commercially viable route to 6F-OH decoration for a wide range of aromatic compounds.
Benefits
The advantages of this technology include a mild, simple, and versatile method for producing new fluoropolymers containing the 6F and 6F-OH group that is not previously accessible. This method of polymerization is new, safe, and more commercially viable that known methods.
Applications
These semi-fluorinated polymers combined with the novel method have a range of potential applications from advanced electronic devices and photonic systems to specialized membranes for filtration or separation processes. The versatility and enhanced properties of these materials could open new possibilities in various high-tech industries.
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