Effect of Synthetic Low-Odor Thiol-Based Hardeners Containing Hydroxyl and Methyl Groups on the Curing Behavior, Thermal, and Mechanical Properties of Epoxy Resins

A novel thiol-functionalized polysilsesqioxane containing hydroxyl and methyl groups was synthesized using a simple acid-catalyzed sol–gel method to develop an epoxy hardener with low odor, low volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions, and fast curing at low temperatures. The synthesized thiol-base...

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Main Authors: Young-Hun Kim, Jeong Ju Baek, Ki Cheol Chang, Baek Soo Park, Won-Gun Koh, Gyojic Shin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-07-01
Series:Polymers
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4360/15/13/2947