Tunable silicone elastomers through PDMS ring network design and post-curing chemistry

Polymer Chemistry 2026

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Authors: Cristina Nedelcu, Frederikke Bahrt Madsen, Anne Ladegaard Skov
DOI: 10.1039/d5py01201e
Cited by: 1
References: 50

Abstract

Interlocked PDMS ring networks formed via selective hydrosilylation yield highly extensible elastomers without cross-linkers. Retained internal CC bonds enable post-cure thiol-ene functionalization and tunable mechanical and dielectric properties.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Polymer composites and self-healing Advanced Materials and Mechanics Synthesis and properties of polymers

Publication details

Journal / source
Polymer Chemistry
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
17
Issue
13
Pages
1278–1290
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN