Studies on Furan Polymer Concrete

Muthukumar, M.; Mohan, D.

doi:10.1007/s10965-004-3206-7

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“…[1][2][3][4][5] The acid-catalyzed oligomerization and resinification processes have been studied intensively in the past, and in general terms, the features of the processes are understood. [6][7][8][9] The most widely accepted mechanism is the formation of conjugated sequences in the polymer chains, associated with the formation of colored species.…”

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Micro-FTIR and Micro-Raman Studies of a Carbon Film Prepared from Furfuryl Alcohol Polymerization

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The synthesis of a carbon film by the acid-catalyzed polymerization and resinification of furfuryl alcohol with a diluted solution of HCl is studied by combining micro-FTIR and micro-Raman spectroscopies. The detailed study of the evolution of spectra as a function of dosage of furfuryl alcohol and temperature shows that neutral and protonated species are formed at 80 degrees C, while upon gradually increasing the temperature up to 600 degrees C, the viscous polyfurfuryl alcohol resin is transformed into a carbon phase, containing a heterogeneous distribution of pores, with a size in the 100-2000 nm range, as shown by SEM and AFM analyses.

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Micro-FTIR and Micro-Raman Studies of a Carbon Film Prepared from Furfuryl Alcohol Polymerization

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“…FA polymer concretes are usually employed in aggressive environments such as corrosion resistant baths, chemical resistant floorings, channel pipes and structural materials in nonferrous metallurgical plants [123]. Muthukumar et al demonstrated that low viscosity of FA resin used in polymer concretes resulted to low binder content with cost effective formulations hence a competitive advantage over other conventional binders such as epoxy and polyesters resins employed in production of polymer concretes [124]. A demonstrated water-compatible polymer concrete materials developed from FA used in rapid repaid repair systems for airport runways, in all-weather conditions, has been reported.…”

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Furfuryl Alcohol a Versatile, Eco-Sustainable Compound in Perspective

Iroegbu

Hlangothi

2018

Chemistry Africa

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Renewable agricultural biomass derived chemicals, their modifications and uses have seen multiplicity in numerous applications and important processes with major impacts on the pursuit for eco-sustainability. Such applications range include the energy sector, chemistry, pharmacy, the textile industry, paints and coatings, plastic industry, to name but a few. This field of lignocellulosic derived chemicals interconnects several scientific disciplines ranging from agriculture, biochemistry, engineering, environmental sciences, forestry, pharmacy, medicine, etc. hence making it difficult to have a single expert view on these complicated interactions. Therefore, the idea to create a focused review, specifically, on FA (an important furanic compound) is the main objective of this article. FA and its resultant derivatives exhibits an array of capabilities and fascinating properties in various fields of applications. As a compound or with co-reactants, it finds interesting applications as base and/or intermediate chemical compound, hypergolic rocket fuels, in flame resistant composites and coatings used in aerospace, auto, and the built environment; it also finds application as mortars, cementitious grouts, impregnating materials, and sealants due to its exceptional resistance to common corrosive chemicals such as acids, alkalis and other solvents when it is cross-linked. Coupled with its environmental and economic benefits FA has proved to be a remarkable eco-sustainable bio-derived compound.

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“…As a result of the side reactions, the product is a dark thermoset instead of a clear thermoplastic [67]. The resins produced by condensation of FA have found a number of applications, including metal casting cores, corrosion-resistant coatings, polymer concretes, wood adhesives, low flammability materials, and porous carbon [67,[76][77][78][79][80]. They are also used in hybrid materials such as carbon-silica, nanocomposite carbons, PFA-silica, Nafion-PFA, and sol-gel-based nanocomposites [67,[80][81][82][83][84][85][86][87].…”

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