Search results for: POLY(ETHER-URETHANE)S
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Fast dynamics in the optical storage with Langmuira-Blodgett films of a diazocrown ether molecule
PublicationMolekuły z resztą azobenzenu badano z punktu widzenia licznych aplikacji wykorzystujących cykle fotoizomeryzacji trans-cis-trans, wiodących do uporządkowania cząsteczek, a nawet do transportu masy w mikroskali. Ważnym ograniczeniem dla tych materiałów jest powolna dynamika procesu porządkowania, wymagającego molekularnych przekształceń. W tej pracy informujemy o filmach Langmuira-Blodgett (LB) pochodnej eteru azokoronowego (29-membered...
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Effect of pH on optical sensing with poly-L-lysine-modified nanodiamonds
PublicationNitrogen-vacancy (NV) centers are crystallographic defects which provide diamonds with unique physical properties. The centers are known for their intensive, time-stable fluorescence, and an electron spin, which exhibits long coherence time and may be manipulated using external stimuli. Nanodiamonds containing the NV centers are promising tools in biolabeling, biosensing, and drug delivery due to the aforementioned properties of...
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Modified polycarbonate urethane: synthesis, properties and biological investigation in vitro
PublicationNowy poliweglano uretan (PCU-I) otrzymano z alifatycznych monomerów: poliwęglanu heksanodiolu, 4,4'diizocyjanianu dicykloheksanometanu, mieszaniny małocząsteczkowych dioli i oleju rycynowego (zawierającego głównie trigliceryd kwasu 12-hydroksyoleinowego). PCU-II otrzymano analogicznie ale bez udziału oleju rycynowego. Obydwa PCU charakteryzowały się dobrą wytrzymałością na rozciąganie. PCU-I miał niższą temperaturę zeszklenia a...
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Enhanced aging resistance of poly(ε-caprolactone)/brewers’ spent grain composites
PublicationThe presented paper investigated the influence of brewers’ spent grain (BSG) extrusion pa-rameters on the photo-oxidative resistance of poly(ε-caprolactone)-based wood polymer composites. Filler samples characterized by the higher melanoidin content were more efficient in hindering of poly-mer degradation, inhibiting the decomposition of the polymer amorphous phase. As aresult, deteriora-tion of mechanical performance was limited,...
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Small-Angle Neutron Scattering Study of the Structure of Mixed Micellar Solutions Based on Heptaethylene Glycol Monotetradecyl Ether and Cesium Dodecyl Sulfate
PublicationThe micellization in mixed aqueous systems based on a nonionic surfactant, heptaethylene glycol monotetradecyl ether (C14E7), and an anionic surfactant, cesium dodecyl sulfate, has been investigated by small-angle neutron scattering. Preliminary data on the behavior of the C14E7 aqueous solutions (with three concentrations, 0.17, 0.5, and 1%) mixed with a small amount of anionic surfactant, cesium dodecyl sulfate, are reported.
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Impacts of Using Exhaust Gas Recirculation and Various Amount of Dimethyl Ether Premixed Ratios on Combustion and Emissions on a Dual-Fuel Compression Ignition Engine
PublicationIn the presented research, the authors dealt with the specific properties of the combustion process of dimethyl ether (DME) in a combustion car (Volkswagen Golf IV) engine AJM 1.9 TDI PDE made by Volkswagen factory. Dimethyl ether is an alternative fuel produced most often from natural gas, which can be used in compression ignition engines as a single fuel or co-burned with diesel oil. This work describes the impacts of using exhaust...
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Dimethyl ether (DME) as potential environmental friendly fuel
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Molecular dynamics simulations of the growth of poly (chloro-para-xylylene) films.
PublicationParylene C, poly(chloro-para-xylylene) is the most widely used member of the parylene family due to its excellent chemical and physical properties. In this work we analyzed the formation of the parylene C film using molecular mechanics and molecular dynamics methods. A five unit chain is necessary to create a stable hydrophobic cluster and to adhere to a covered surface. Two scenarios were deemed to take place. The obtained results...
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Processing of Polyester-Urethane Filament and Characterization of FFF 3D Printed Elastic Porous Structures with Potential in Cancellous Bone Tissue Engineering
PublicationThis paper addresses the potential of self-made polyester-urethane filament as a candidate for Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF)-based 3D printing (3DP) in medical applications. Since the industry does not provide many ready-made solutions of medical-grade polyurethane filaments, we undertook research aimed at presenting the process of thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) filament formation, detailed characteristics, and 3DP of specially...
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Influence of the glycolysis agent on the structure of the glycolysates obtained from polyether-urethane wastes
PublicationW pracy zaprezentowano wybrane wyniki badań wpływu środków glikolizujących na strukturę glikolizatów otrzymywanych w procesie glikolizy odpadowych pianek polietero-uretanowych.
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Kinetics of photochromic reactions in a 10-membered dibenzoazo crown ether
PublicationPrzedstawiono rezultaty pomiarów kinetyki fotochromowych reakcji dla jednego z serii eterów koronowych zawierających fragment azobenzenowy. Badano 10-członową dibenzoazokoronę, która ulega odwracalnej foto i termicznej izomeryzacji, podobnie jak macierzysty azobenzen. Eksperymenty były prowadzone w matrycy pMMA. Reakcja izomeryzacji monitorowana była spektrofotometrycznie. Czynnik przedwykładniczy dla termicznej izomeryzacji cis-trans...
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Carboxy derivative of dioxydiphenylpropane diglycydyl ether monomethacrylate as an addtive for composites
PublicationThe modifier of composites was used in the presence of polyetylene polyamine. Physico-mechanical properties and chemical stability of coatings thus obtained were analyzed.
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Chitosan/poly(4-vinylpyridine) coatings formed on AgNPs-decorated titanium
PublicationElectrophoretic deposition (EPD) of chitosan/poly(4-vinylpyridine) (chit/P4VP) coatings on titanium substrates previously decorated with silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) was performed at different content of P4VP in the suspension and different voltage values. The results revealed that the composite coatings were formed, well-adjacent to the titanium substrate, of suitable roughness, hydrophilicity, and corrosion resistance. The voltage...
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Synthesis and Characterization of Poly(zwitterionic) Structures for Energy Conversion and Storage
PublicationZwitterions are unique class of molecules that possess two functional groups bearing electric charges, one positive and second negative. This setup results in peculiar properties such as high water retention and anti-fouling capability. Therefore, zwitterionic coatings and gels are commonly applied in e.g. biosensing and bioelectronic devices. Despite those applications, there are other perspectives for zwitterionic materials....
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Influence of the addition of citric acid on the physico-chemical properties of poly(sorbitol sebacate-co- butylene sebacate)
PublicationThe article presents the results of the physicochemical properties of poly(sorbitol sebacate- co-butylene sebacate) (PSBS) obtained with 0.25; 0.5; 0.75; 1 mol of citric acid (KC). It was shown that PSBS obtained with 0.25 and 0.5 mol KC is characterized by the most optimal mechanical and thermal properties. As a result of the study, it was found that the use of sorbitol and citric acid allows obtaining ester materials with...
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Sustainable chemically modified poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate)/thermoplastic starch/poly(ε-caprolactone)/cellulose biocomposites: looking at the bulk through the surface
PublicationSustainable polymer composites (or biocomposites) based on renewable and green polymers are progressively under development in a technological paradigm shift from “just use more and more” to “convert into value-added products”. Therefore, significant efforts should focus not only on their reduced environmental impact but also on maximizing their performance and broadening their application range. Herein, the bio-based blends based...
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UV Curable Coatings Based on Urethane Acrylates Containing Eugenol and Evaluation of Their Antimicrobial Activity
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Metallochromic crown ether analogs bearing aromatic residues and azo groupings
PublicationPraca zawiera przegląd syntezowanych, różnych chromogenicznych związków koronowych, zawierających oprócz dwóch grup azowych i łańcucha polieterowego fragmenty heterocykliczne. Porównano właściwości otrzymanych związków w zależności od obecności heteroatomów w pierścieniu makrocyklicznym oraz różnego podstawienia cząsteczki heterocykliczej.
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Structural and Thermo-Mechanical Properties of Poly(ε-caprolactone) Modified by Various Peroxide Initiators
PublicationThe modification of poly(ε-caprolactone) (PCL) was successfully conducted during reactive processing in the presence of dicumyl peroxide (DCP) or di-(2-tert-butyl-peroxyisopropyl)-benzene (BIB). The peroxide initiators were applied in the various amounts of 0.5 or 1.0 pbw (part by weight) into the PCL matrix. The effects of the initiator type and its concentration on the structure and mechanical and thermal properties of PCL were...
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Hetero-junction composed of poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) with poly(styrenesulphonate) and iodine doped titanium dioxide
PublicationPraca prezentuje nowe objętościowe heterozłacze typu p-n, gdzie domieszkowany jodem ditlenek tytanu (I-TiO2) pełni rolę elementu n, a poli(3,4-etylenodioksytiofen):poli(etylenosulfonian)(pEDOT:PSS)rolę elementu p. Heterozłącze zostało otrzymane na drodze potencjostatycznej polimeryzacji monomeru w obecnosci nanoproszku I-TiO2 zawieszonego w elektrolicie. Metoda pozwala na otrzymanie warstw hybrydowych, gdzie cząstki I-TiO2 są wbudowane...
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Poly(hydroxybutyrate-co-hydroxyvalerate) as a biodegradable binder in a negative electrode material for lithium-ion batteries
PublicationIn this work, graphite-based negative electrode for lithium-ion battery consisting a novel and biodegradable binder poly(hydroxybutyrate-co-hydroxyvalerate) (PHBV) is compared with standard graphite electrode with polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) as a binder. The rate and cycling performance of lithium ion insertion/extraction of electrodes with PHBV in a half-cell configuration are evaluated. Moreover, on the basis of the electrochemical...
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Reclaimed Rubber/Poly(ε‐caprolactone) Blends: Structure, Mechanical, and Thermal Properties
PublicationThe amount of elastomeric waste, especially from tires is constantly increasing on a global scale. The recycling of these residua should be considered a priority. Compounding the waste rubbers with other polymers can be an excellent alternative to reuse waste materials. This procedure requires solving the issue of the lack of compatibility between the waste rubber particles and other polymers. Simultaneously, there is a claim for...
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Kinetics study of the fully bio-based poly(propylene succinate) synthesis. Functional group approach
PublicationCurrently, the increasing importance of the bio-based chemical compounds development is visible in the polymer chemistry, chemical engineering and materials science. It is well-known that the various purity level and different contaminants characterize petrochemical-based compounds compared to their biobased counterparts. Therefore, it is necessary to find out the contaminants impact on the bio-based monomers synthesis. One of...
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Poly(ε-Caprolactone)/Poly(Lactic Acid) Blends Compatibilized by Peroxide Initiators: Comparison of Two Strategies
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Thermal degradation of poly(alkyl methacrylates)
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Pyrolysis of poly(2-propylheptyl acrylate)
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Simple synthesis route for fabrication of protective photo‐crosslinked poly(zwitterionic) membranes for application in non‐enzymatic glucose sensing
PublicationThis work focuses on the fabrication of non-enzymatic glucose sensing materials based on laser-formed Au nanoparticles embedded in Ti-textured substrates. Those materials possess good catalytic activity toward glucose oxidation in 0.1 × phosphate buffered saline as well as resistance to some interferants, such as ascorbic acid, urea, and glycine. The electrodes are further coated with three different polymers, that is, Nafion,...
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Method for Determination of Methyl tert-Butyl Ether and Its Degradation Products in Water
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Syntheses, structures and chemical properties of unsaturated oligo(alkylene-ester-ether)diols
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Crystal and molecular structure of lithium iodide complex of 13-membered azoxycrown ether
PublicationPublikacja zawiera uzupełniające informacje do znalezionej wcześniej korelacji między typem kationu, rozmiarem makrocyklu i cechami struktury krystalicznej kompleksów a selektywnością elektrod membranowych dotowanych odpowiednimi azo- lub azoksykoronami. Ustalono strukturę krystaliczną i molekularną kompleksu 13-członowej azoksykorony (L13-O) z jodkiem litu. Stechiometria kompleksu jest 1:1. Kryształ zbudowany jest z hydratowanych...
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Poly(ferrocenylsilane-block-methacrylates) via sequential anionic and atom transfer radical polymerization.
PublicationArtykuł przedstawia sposób otrzymywania kopolimerów blokowych poli(ferrocenylosilanów) (PFS) i poli(metakrylanu metylu) (PMMA). W pierwszej kolejności syntezowany jest anionowo blok PFS, który po odpowiedniej terminacji służy jako makroinicjator dla syntezy bloku PMMA. Synteza ta jest realizowana przy użyciu polimeryzacji rodnikowej z przeniesieniem atomu (ATRP), katalizowanej przez kompleksy rutenu. Otrzymane w ten sposób kopolimery...
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Insights into Compatibilization of Poly(ε-caprolactone)-based Biocomposites with Diisocyanates as Modifiers of Cellulose Fillers
PublicationThis study aimed to analyze the impact of cellulose fillers’ modification with diisocyanates on the performance of composites based on the poly(ε-caprolactone) (PCL) matrix. Four most commonly used diisocyantes (isophorone, hexamethylene, toluene, and methylene diphenyl) were applied as modifiers of cellulose fillers (5 and 15 wt% per mass of filler). Modified fillers were introduced in the amount of 30 wt% into the PCL matrix....
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Phase separation in poly(butylene terephthalate)-based materials prepared by solid-state modification
PublicationThe morphology of a series of poly(butylene terephthalate) (PBT)/fatty acid dimer diol (FADD)-based copolyesters prepared by solid-state modi fi cation (SSM) was studied. It was shown that in copolyesters containing less than 10 wt% FADD two different phases, i.e. a PBT crystalline phase and a PBT-rich amorphous phase, are present. The FADD residues were more or less homogeneously distributed throughout the interlamellar regions....
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Poly-L-Lysine-modified boron-doped diamond electrodes for the amperometric detection of nucleic acid bases
PublicationBoron-doped diamond (BDD) is a very promising supporting material used in the construction of biosensors for molecular recognition. The direct immobilization of structurally-organized huge molecules, such as poly-L-Lysine (PLL) provides the possibility of determining organic molecules, e.g. nucleic acid bases (e.g. adenine, guanine) or peptides and proteins. This paper describes the direct method for chemical and electrochemical...
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Organic-inorganic composites consisted of poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene)and Prussian Blue analogues
PublicationThe organic-inorganic material consisted of poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) (pEDOT) and copper hexacyanoferrate (Cuhcf) was synthesized. The pEDOT film with Fe(CN)63−/4− as counter-ions potentiodynamically polarized in aqueous CuCl2 electrolyte brings about stable hybrid material (pEDOT/Cuhcf) performing single redox activity of FeII/III at a formal potential Ef = 0.61 V (vs. Ag/AgCl/0.1 M KCl) and less clearly shaped two redox...
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Capacitance Enhancement by Incorporation of Functionalised Carbon Nanotubes into Poly(3,4-Ethylenedioxythiophene)/Graphene Oxide Composites
PublicationThis paper reports on the role of oxidised carbon nanotubes (oxMWCNTs) present in poly-3,4-ethylenedioxytiophene (PEDOT)/graphene oxide (GOx) composite. The final ternary composites (pEDOT/GOx/oxMWCNTs) are synthesised by an electrodeposition process from the suspension-containing monomer, oxidised carbon nanotubes and graphene oxide. Dissociated functional groups on the surface of graphene oxide play a role of counter-ions for the...
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Thermal stability analysis of poly(lactic acid)-carbon black-nanodiamond composite
Open Research DataThis dataset contains thermal stability tests carried out on new 3D printing-dedicated composites with poly-lactic acid (PLA), carbon black (CB) and nanodiamond fillers. Two types of nanodiamonds were studied: detonation nanodiamonds (DND) and boron-doped carbon nanowalls (BCNW). The investigated techniques include: thermogravimetric analysis (TGA)...
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On the Correlation of Lignocellulosic Filler Composition with the Performance Properties of Poly(ε-Caprolactone) Based Biocomposites
PublicationIn this work, three types of agricultural waste: olive stones (OS), date seed (DS) and wheat bran (WB) were applied as potential lignocellulosic fillers in poly(ε-caprolactone) (PCL) based biocomposites. Differences in composites’ performance were related to the higher content of proteins, noted for WB comparing to other fillers applied, which enhanced plasticization of PCL matrix. The mechanical properties of biocomposites were...
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Determination of changes in viscosity of poly(acrylic acid) PAA solutions depending on shear rate.
Open Research DataThe rheological characteristics of poly(acrylic acid) PAA solutions were based on viscosity measurements using a Brookfield viscometer, using LV SC4 - 27 spindles and shear rates from 1,7 to 39 s-1 (Fig. 1). PAA solutions with were prepared in water. The data allowed to characterize the used PAA and assess their functional parameters as rheology modifying...
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Rheology studies of poly(lactic acid)-carbon black-nanodiamond composites
Open Research DataThis dataset contains rheology measurements carried out on new 3D printing-dedicated composites with poly-lactic acid (PLA), carbon black (CB) and nanodiamond fillers. Two types of nanodiamonds were studied: detonation nanodiamonds (DND) and boron-doped carbon nanowalls (BCNW). The investigated techniques was performed by melt mass-flow rates (MFR)....
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Mechanical studies of poly(lactic acid)-carbon black-nanodiamond composites
Open Research DataThis dataset contains mechanical tests carried out on new 3D printing-dedicated composites with poly-lactic acid (PLA), carbon black (CB) and nanodiamond fillers. Two types of nanodiamonds were studied: detonation nanodiamonds (DND) and boron-doped carbon nanowalls (BCNW). The investigated techniques was dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA). The measurements...
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Determination of Chemical Diffusion Coefficient of Lithium Ions in Ceramics Derived from Pyrolysed Poly(1,2-dimethylsilazane) and Starch
PublicationThe apparent chemical diffusion coefficient Li+ (DappLI+) in pyrolysed poly(1,2-dimethylsilazane)/starch (PSN/S) (weight ratio: 30/70) ceramic anode composite is determined by galvanostatic intermittent titration technique (GITT). The electrode material composition is C6.00N0.14H0.47O0.12Si0.13. The calculated values of DappLI+, depend on the applied potential, vary from 10-14 to 10-9 [cm2/s]. The diffusion coefficient of lithium...
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Electrochemical synthesis and characterization of nanocomposites based on poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) and functionalized carbon nanotubes
PublicationThis work is focused on new composite materials consisting of poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) (pEDOT) and functionalized multi-walled carbon nanotubes synthesized electrochemically. Three types of composites were synthesized: the first one containing carbon nanotubes with carboxyl groups (covalent functionalization), the second one containing oxidized carbon nanotubes ox-MWCNTs (with different oxygen-rich polar groups) (covalent...
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Polyurethanes Crosslinked with Poly(vinyl alcohol) as a Slowly-Degradable and Hydrophilic Materials of Potential Use in Regenerative Medicine
PublicationNovel, slowly-degradable and hydrophilic materials with proper mechanical properties and surface characteristics are in great demand within the biomedical field. In this paper, the design, synthesis, and characterization of polyurethanes (PUR) crosslinked with poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA) as a new proposition for regenerative medicine is described. PVA-crosslinked PURs were synthesized by a two-step polymerization performed in a solvent...
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Electrochemical studies of poly(lactic acid)-carbon black-nanodiamond composites
Open Research DataThis dataset contains electrochemical investigation on electrodes 3D printed using a new composite composed of poly-lactic acid (PLA), carbon black (CB) and nanodiamond fillers. Two types of nanodiamonds were studied: detonation nanodiamonds (DND) and boron-doped carbon nanowalls (BCNW). The presented results contain:1. electrochemical characterisation...
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Evaluation of Influence of the Addition Nanofillers on the Mechanical and Thermal Properties Terpolymers Ester-Ether-Amide
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Preparation and characterization of Langmuir-Blodgett films of 16-membered azobenzocrown ether with naphthalene residue
PublicationOtrzymano i charakteryzowano filmy Langmuira-Blodgett 16-członowej azobenzokorony z resztą naftalenową. Monowarstwy Langmuira były z sukcesem przenoszone na stałe substraty z utworzeniem filmów LB. Filmy osadzone na elektrodach z ITO zostały również użyte jako elektrody w woltametrii cyklicznej i uzyskano rezultaty wskazujące na to, że filmy te wykazują wyraźną odpowiedź na jony metali.
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CROSSLINKING OF EPOXY-OLIGOESTERIC MIXTURES IN THE PRESENCE OF DIOXYDIPHENYLPROPANE DIGLYCIDYL ETHER MODIFIED WITH ADIPIC ACID
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Improved chromatography separation for polybrominated diphenyl ether congeners quantification in the food of animal origin
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Primary and secondary crystallization of poly(ethylene adipate)
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