POSS Molecular Fillers
Polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxanes (known commercially as POSS®) are a class of molecules that are both unique and diverse. They are unique because they are composed of a rigid silica-like cage surrounded by organic groups. The diversity comes from the many different types of organic functional groups that can be attached to the central cage. Although the prestigious Nobel Prize was awarded for the discovery of Buckminsterfullerene (a carbon-based cage molecule) the functionalized silicon based POSS® cage molecules actually hold much more promise. Unlike C60, POSS® can be synthesized on a commercial scale with costs far lower than the fullerenes and POSS® is easily tuned to alter its reactivity and performance. With over 900 patents and 2400 articles on POSS® already, there is no doubt that there is significant interest globally in this technology. If you would like to get acquainted with POSS® technology and applications then this seminar is perfect for you. Dr. Chris DeArmitt worked as Chief Scientist at Hybrid Plastics® (commercial POSS manufacturer) and authored book chapters on the topic and therefore knows POSS® inside out.
- What is POSS®?
- How is it made?
- What types are there?
- How does it perform in thermoplastics and thermosetting materials?
Benefits of the seminar
- Learn what POSS is, plus what it can and cannot do for you
- Hear about existing applications, speculated applications and whether they make sense
- Get information on commercial aspects like sourcing, capacity, pricing and safety
- Be advised on the status and future potential of POSS
Who should attend?
Compounders, resin producers, academics, students, government funding agencies, automotive, aerospace and other OEMs as well and M&A personnel.