Rheological characteristics of solvent-cast poly(epsilon-caprolactone)/organoclay nanocomposite

Abstract

As an effective way to enhance various properties of polymer, polymer/clay nanocompoiste is being adopted since it can hybrid the properties of the two components, showing superior physical and mechanical properties. In this study, poly(E-caprolactone) (PCL) nanocomposites using an organoclay were prepared by a solution intercalation method, and their unique internal structures and theological properties induced by the presence of organoclay at nano level were studied using WARD and a rotational rheometer.