Silicone rubber's special features such as “organosiloxanes polymer” has been originated
from its unique molecular structure that they carry both inorganic and organic properties …

Soft robotics, an emerging field that focuses on the development of robots utilizing soft,
flexible, and deformable materials, is revolutionizing traditional robotics (reliant on rigid …

Ensuring the fire safety of high voltage (HV) outdoor insulators is key to maintain the reliable
operation of the electrical grid. This requires the careful selection of suitable polymeric …

Among the new insulating materials widely used in high-voltage outdoor insulation, silicone
rubber has received the most attention. Indeed, silicone rubbers are gaining in popularity as …

The develo** nuclear technology has increased the need for radiation-resistant and
shielding materials. It is crucial to study the radiation resistance of polymers in order to …

The epoxy-based polymer concrete has been widely used for concrete repairing and
overlays due to good mechanical properties and durability. To reduce environmental landfill …

Silicone rubber is a hydrophobic polymer which is widely employed for high voltage outdoor
insulation. The material offers excellent electrical performance under contaminated …

The use of polymeric materials has become very popular since last thirty years in many
applications. The materials in this category can be broadly divided into two categories ie …

To enhance the electrical and mechanical properties of silicone rubber (SIR) in the field of
high-voltage insulation, conventional fillers such as aluminum hydroxide (ATH), fumed silica …

The natural fibers use as reinforcement for composites is a topical subject. Usually, chemical
functionalization is used in order to improve the compatibility between natural fibers and …