ETE - Elastomer Technology and Engineering

One of our core research fields is the reinforcement of rubber by silica. Within this topic modified and functionalized polymers have gained increasing interest in recent years. To better understand the role of different reaction variables on the coupling efficiency Marcin Sęk performed an in-depth study including a broad DoE. Check this findings in the publication below! #ETE #Rubber #Reinforcement #SilicaCoupling #Polymermodification

Have a look into the new insights of Gina Butuc, PhD into her recent publication "A fundamental study on Cyclic Tetrasulfide as a sulfur donor and co-agent for rubber crosslinking" #ETE #crosslinking #rubber #sulfur #cyclictetrasulfide https://lnkd.in/eWKUrRYx

Did you know that the University of Twente offers in-depth research, development and education in the field of polymer science? This knowhow is represented by the Polymer Center Twente! Our core research areas are: membranes, composites, coatings, biomaterials, elastomers, and thermoplastics. From developing new biomaterials for medical applications to creating more sustainable coatings for industrial use, we're committed to making a positive impact with our expertise in polymer science. Sign up for our newsletter, follow us on social media, or attend one of our events to learn more about our work and how you can get involved. Together, we can make it happen.

On March 26 (yes we are a bit late with the posting), Rounak Ghosh sucessfully defended his PhD thesis entitled "Transforming silica-silane reinforced rubber into a high quality devulcanizate" Congratulations and all the best for your future career!! You can access his work here: https://lnkd.in/e_WVmK5f #ETE #phd #defense #devulcanization

TDAE oil is picky! Yes, it has preferences which will affect your system as shown by Dr. Akansha Rathi newest publication "TDAE aromatic oil preference for polymer blends: An analysis of S-SBR, BR, and miscible S-SBR/BR systems" #rubber #ETE #TDAE

My first paper was published online this morning! The article is about the first part of my PhD research: the influence of bio-based oils on a simplified tire tread compound. 🛞 You can read the publication here: https://lnkd.in/ehcCjknN #sustainability #tiretread #rubber

Join us at the DKT German Rubber Conference 2024 ETE - Elastomer Technology and Engineering is present at the exhibition, booth S9-007, as well as contributing with 9 scientific presentations! Hope to see you there! #DKT2024 #ETE #ECC #Rubber

One research area we as ETE - Elastomer Technology and Engineering are dedicated to is the field of bio-based, renewable and more sustainable ingredients for rubber applications. To be able to reach or even exceed the performance of established materials it is of vital importance to understand interactions and mechanisms involved with this new ingredients. As a result, their full potential can be revealed. Priyanka Sekar gave new insight into the use of HTC Lignin in recent publication "Horizons in Coupling of Sulfur-Bearing Silanes to Hydrothermally Treated Lignin toward Sustainable Development" https://lnkd.in/eysmD-Dx #ETE #rubber #HTClignin #sustainability

Your silica doesn't behave as it should? Teach it a lesson and treat it with plasma until it learns! The outcome might surprise you, as Sunkeun Kim could show in a recent publication "Plasma Polymerization of Precipitated Silica for Tire Application" https://lnkd.in/eTgRauPs #ETE #rubber #silica #plasmapolymerization

On May 21st 2024, Jefferson Alves Silva successfully defended his EngD thesis entitled: "Optimization of a tire tread formulation for improved wet traction behavior". All the best for your future career! #ETE #rubber #tiretread #wettraction