Anyszka R., Bieliński D.M. Introduction to Ceramizable Polymer Composites
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.15688/jvolsu10.2014.6.3
Anyszka Rafal
Doctor of Technical Sciences, Professor,
Institute of Polymer and Dye Technology,
Lodz University of Technology
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Bieliński Dariusz Marian
Doctor of Technical Sciences, Professor,
Institute for Engineering of Polymer Materials and Dyes,
Lodz University of Technology
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Abstract. In this paper ceramization (ceramification) of polymer composites is presented as a promising method for gaining flame retardancy of the materials. Because of its passive fire protecting character, ceramization effect can be applied in polymer composites, which are dedicated for work in public places like shopping centers, sport halls, galleries and museums, office buildings, theatres or cinemas and public means of transport. In case of fire, ceramizable polymer composites turn into barrier ceramic materials, ensuring integrity of objects like electrical cables, window frames, doors, ceilings, etc., exposed on flames and heat, preventing from collapsing of materials and making electricity working, enabling effective evacuation. Moreover, ceramization process decreases emission of toxic or harmful gaseous products of polymer matrix degradation as well as its smoke intensity. The paper describes the mechanisms of ceramization for various polymer composites, especially focusing on silicone rubber-based ones, basic characteristics of the materials and ways of their testing.
Key words: polymer composites, ceramization, ceramification, flame retardancy, effective chemical compounds.
Introduction to Ceramizable Polymer Composites by Anyszka R., Bieliński D.M. is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
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