| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5205123 | Polymer Degradation and Stability | 2006 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
An oligomerically-modified clay containing maleic anhydride was used to prepare polystyrene-clay nanocomposites by melt blending and the effect of this modified clay on the thermal stability and fire performance was studied. These nanocomposites were characterized by X-ray diffraction, transmission electron microscopy, thermogravimetric analysis and cone calorimetry. The results show a mixed immiscible/intercalated/delaminated morphology. The maleic anhydride modified clay improved the compatibility between the clay and the polystyrene.
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Authors
Xiaoxia Zheng, David D. Jiang, Charles A. Wilkie,