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Water transport mechanism and performance evaluation in polyurethane materials: A state-of-the-art review

Authors :
Cuixia Wang
Zihan Xu
Yangyang Xia
Chao Zhang
Hongyuan Fang
Kangyan Sun
Source :
Polymer Testing, Vol 138, Iss , Pp 108554- (2024)
Publication Year :
2024
Publisher :
Elsevier, 2024.

Abstract

In environments with high humidity or water exposure, the performance of polyurethane materials could be adversely affected by water and its penetration, which could compromise their long-term utility. The influence of water on polyurethane materials is affected by water transport and various factors. This article summarizes the factors affecting the water absorption of polyurethane, introduces research methods for water transport in polyurethane, analyzes the pathways of water transport, and reviews the influence of water on the mechanical properties of polyurethane and its composite materials. The ultimate goal of this paper is to furnish a comprehensive theoretical foundation and a valuable reference for the research and practical application of polyurethane materials in water environments.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
18732348
Volume :
138
Issue :
108554-
Database :
Directory of Open Access Journals
Journal :
Polymer Testing
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsdoj.9bac2d255ba14ee48f0bfa69f8a0439a
Document Type :
article
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymertesting.2024.108554