Mussel‐inspired double cross‐linked interpenetrating network with unique mechanical properties using di‐diol complexation

Polymer nanocomposites with exceptionally high mechanical properties owing to strong interfacial attraction have garnered tremendous interest in the research community. In general, tough and robust polymer are usually obtained via dispersing a nano-flaky filler matrix, although strategy is only sometimes practically viable. To this end, work, facile has been adopted achieve nanocomposite. A novel mussel-inspired full interpenetrating polymeric network (IPN) consisting of polyvinylalcohol polydopamine was prepared. This technique helped integrate advantages dopamine chemistry forming IPN using Borax as common crosslinker. The infusion 1 wt% acid-modified carbon nanotubes (ACNT) matrix greatly improve current state-of-the-art. synergistic effect nano-reinforcement formation ester linkage through substantial amount di-diol complexation dominated accounted for significant enhancement properties. further supported by decreased intensity free OH groups FTIR investigations, viscosity from rheological behavior, temperature-dependent dynamic property analysis. Such an structure promising way enhance