Network polymers and methods of making and using same
US11535713B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 23, 2017 |
| Grant date | Dec 27, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 13, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC08K5/36
- WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention relates to covalent adaptable networks (CANs) having exchangeable crosslinks that are able to undergo repeated covalent bond reshuffling through photo-activation at ambient temperatures. The invention provides covalent adaptable network forming compositions as well as methods of forming, remolding and recycling the CANs of the invention.
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