Robust, UV-resistant and transparent vitrimers from bio-based mercaptan via maleimide–thiol “click” chemistry for carbon fiber-reinforced polymer composites

Polymer Chemistry 2026

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Authors: Yue Wang, Jialiang Zhong, Yanning Zeng
DOI: 10.1039/d6py00256k
Cited by: 1
References: 69

Abstract

Bio-based BMI vitrimers from glycerol/erythritol via maleimide–thiol click chemistry offer high strength, thermal stability, UV resistance, self-healing, recyclability, and enable intact carbon fiber recovery in composites.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Polymer composites and self-healing Flame retardant materials and properties Lignin and Wood Chemistry

Publication details

Journal / source
Polymer Chemistry
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
17
Issue
20
Pages
2057–2071
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN