Optimization of Plasticizer Properties | QuantistryLab Viscosity Simulations
October 28, 2024
A plasticizer is an additive, often a high-boiling organic liquid, that is mixed into polymers or other materials to increase flexibility, workability, and softness, reducing brittleness and enhancing processability. Plasticizers are essential for imparting the properties that materials require to perform their function effectively across industries, from construction to medical devices.
As technology evolves, so does the demand for new plasticizer materials. Nowadays, research on plasticizers focuses on identifying new materials with improved mechanical and thermal properties, with an emphasis on sustainability through biodegradable and renewable sources.
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