Abstract
Dihydroxy-terminated polystyrene (PS) macromonomers of various molecular weights were prepared by free-radical polymerization of styrene in the presence of a chain transfer agent, 3-mercapto-1,2-propanediol. These macromonomers were used for the synthesis of poly (butylene terephthalate) (PBT) grafted with PS (PBT-g-PS). The morphology and glass transition behavior showed the compatibilizing effect of PBT-g-PS in PBT-PS blends. The compatibilizing effect was generally increased up to 10 phr of PBT-g-PS, and some adverse effects were observed above 10 phr.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 215-229 |
Number of pages | 15 |
Journal | Journal of Macromolecular Science, Part B |
Volume | 34 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1995 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Chemistry
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Polymers and Plastics
- Materials Chemistry