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Synergisms of mechanical properties in blends of semi-crystalline polymers

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The structure-property relationship of highly oriented polypropylene (PP) blends were investigated. The as prepared blends consist of very thin sandwiched layers of both the components. After annealing the blends above the melting point of polyethylene (PE) and cooling them to room temperature, an increase in mechanical properties (Young's modulus, fracture stress) is observed. The synergisms of the mechanical properties are explained by a structural model based on transmission electron micrographs.

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    Present address: Werkstoffwissenschaften, Universität des Saarlandes, 6600, Saarbrücken, West Germany

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Gross, B., Peterman, J. Synergisms of mechanical properties in blends of semi-crystalline polymers. J Mater Sci 19, 105–112 (1984). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02403115

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