What are some interesting reactions involving resins?

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This discussion focuses on predicting the formation of solids from resins based on specific hardeners. It emphasizes the limited number of commercially successful cross-linked polymers and the necessity of understanding chemistry to determine the compatibility of new cross-linking agents with particular resins. Key factors include the presence of functional groups in the polymer chain and the use of small di-functional molecules for effective cross-linking.

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  • Understanding of polymer chemistry
  • Knowledge of cross-linking agents
  • Familiarity with functional groups in polymers
  • Experience with di-functional molecules
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  • Research the types of commercially successful cross-linked polymers
  • Learn about the role of functional groups in polymer chemistry
  • Explore various cross-linking agents and their applications
  • Study the properties and reactions of di-functional molecules
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Is there a way to predict what resins form solids based off certain hardeners.
 
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This is a "How high is up" question; can you constrain it, please?
 
There are only so many commercially successful cross linked polymers, you can look them up. As far as determining whether some new cross linking agent will cross link a particular resin, you just have to know some chemistry. All you need is functionality in the middle of the polymer chain, and a small di-functional molecule to react with the functionality of the polymer chains.
 

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