Functionalized epoxy with adjustable fluorescence and UV-shielding enabled by reactive addition of 9-anthracenemethoxyl glycidyl ether

Abstract

A fluorescent and UV-shielding epoxy resin is prepared via synthesizing and incorporating a reactive additive, 9-anthracenemethoxyl glycidyl ether, into the resin system.

Development of fluorescent epoxy composite with carbon‐based nanomaterial additives derived from agricultural waste

“…33 The FTIR spectra of the pure epoxy (Figure 10C) and K-GO/epoxy nanocomposite (Figure 10B) were also analyzed, which indicated the complete curing of the epoxy as no peak was observed at 905 cm À1 corresponding to the epoxy ring. 23,34 In the pure epoxy, the peak corresponding to a value of C N was observed at 1250 cm À1 , due to the bond formation between the hardener (amine group) and epoxy during the curing process. Also, after the incorporation of K-GO, this peak shifted toward the lower wavelength and was observed at 1240 cm À1 .…”

“…Their research reveals that the new epoxy resin has UV shielding qualities and operates as a medium for storing information. Fluorescent adhesive can be used for reconstruction and repair projects since this substance exhibits vivid blue‐violet fluorescence when exposed to UV light 23 …”

“…Fluorescent adhesive can be used for reconstruction and repair projects since this substance exhibits vivid blueviolet fluorescence when exposed to UV light. 23 Another crucial element is the detection of early deterioration in polymer composites. Zou et al showed detection of damage in epoxy matrix through fluorescence generation along crack propagation.…”

Photo‐Controlled [4+4] Cycloaddition of Anthryl‐Polymer Systems: A Versatile Approach to Fabricate Functional Materials

“…An epoxy-based anthracene grafted polymer was also reported by Xu et al to exhibit adhesive properties. [51] Additionally, the polymer network also displays a blue-violet fluorescence emission with intensity that is UV light and heat dependent.…”

Enhanced ultra violet resistance of epoxy nanocomposites filled with liquid-like graphene oxide/silicon dioxide nanofluid

“…This is because some of the chemical bonds of the epoxy resin can be broken by UV irradiation, leading to ageing and degradation of the epoxy resin. 5,6 As a result of this, aging leads to brittle fracture of equipment and materials, reducing the life of equipment and limiting the development of epoxy resins.…”