Polymers and soft materials journal articles, Volume 27 (July–August 2019)

Elastomer fibers can stretch to become artificial muscles

Researchers have designed and tested a series of textile fibers that can change shape and generate force like a muscle.

Biobased polyurethane foams outperform those made from petroleum

Vegetable oils may enable stronger and more eco-friendly sound absorbing materials

New associative polymers reveal their workings

Researchers have studied the effects of reversible interactions on the dynamics of new associative polymers they developed.

Novel upcycling method takes air out of polyurethane foams

Using a catalyst solution and a ‘twin-screw’ extrusion process, researchers have developed a new method for upcycling polyurethane foams.

Capturing carbon using calcium oxide