Applications of Ionic Liquids in Elastomeric Composites: A Review

Abstract

Ionic liquids (ILs) are organic salts that are liquid at ambient temperatures. ILs are considered a versatile class of chemicals because their properties can be easily tailored for specific applications. Due to their negligible vapor pressure, non-flammability, and thermal stability in the temperature range for preparation and processing of elastomeric composites, ILs are being used increasingly in the field of elastomer science and technology. In this review, the advantages of ILs as functional additives for elastomeric composites are discussed, with special emphasis on their use as dispersing agents for fillers, components of conducting rubber composites, crosslinkers or components of crosslinking systems.

Role of lysine amino acid in zinc‐based ionic thermoplastic elastomer: Dosage‐properties correlation study

“…This effect may increase or decrease the viscosity of the composite depending upon the dispersion of particles, which is also related to the polymer–particle interaction, Additionally, the type and dosage of plasticizers, other compounding ingredients, and their interactions with ionic groups can also potentially influence the dispersion process. [ 26 ] The lysine's dispersion, particularly at a higher dosage level, can be improved with the help of suitable ionic liquids [ 27 ] or by employing more polar functional rubbers such as XNBR. [ 28 ]…”