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Comparing the mechanical response of di-, tri-, and tetra-functional resin Epoxies with reactive molecular dynamics
Journal of Polymer Science, Part B: Polymer Physics
  • Matthew S Radue, Michigan Technological University
  • Benjamin David Jensen, Michigan Technological University
  • Gowtham S, Michigan Technological University
  • Danielle René Klimek-McDonald, Michigan Technological University
  • Gregory M Odegard, Michigan Technological University
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2018
Abstract

The influence of monomer functionality on the mechanical properties of epoxies is studied using molecular dynamics (MD) with the Reax Force Field (ReaxFF). From deformation simulations, the Young's modulus, yield point, and Poisson's ratio are calculated and analyzed. Comparison between the network structures of distinct epoxies is further advanced by the monomeric degree index (MDI). Experimental validation demonstrates the MD results correctly predict the relationship in Young's moduli. Therefore, ReaxFF is confirmed to be a useful tool for studying the mechanical behavior of epoxies.

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© 2017 Wiley Periodicals. Publisher's version of record: http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/polb.24539

Citation Information
Matthew S Radue, Benjamin David Jensen, Gowtham S, Danielle René Klimek-McDonald, et al.. "Comparing the mechanical response of di-, tri-, and tetra-functional resin Epoxies with reactive molecular dynamics" Journal of Polymer Science, Part B: Polymer Physics Vol. 56 Iss. 3 (2018) p. 255 - 264
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/sgowtham/41/