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- Title
Dielectric elastomers based on SEBS gel: The impact of adding kraft lignin on electro-mechanical performance.
- Authors
Ramos de Sousa Junior, Rogerio; Saltarelli Garcia, Guilherme Elias; Dalseno Antonino, Leonardo; Rocha Gouveia, Júlia; Jackson dos Santos, Demetrio; Justino Carastan, Danilo
- Abstract
Thermoplastic elastomer gels based on styrenic triblock copolymers have been increasingly used as dielectric elastomers, particularly due to the possibility of tailoring their properties based on their composition. However, these materials have a low relative permittivity, primarily attributed to their low dipole moment. Consequently, this characteristic poses a challenge for their application as dielectric elastomers. In this work, we aim to assess the impact of adding kraft lignin on the dielectric properties of thermoplastic elastomer gels. Additionally, we investigate the effects of kraft lignin dispersion on their viscoelastic and mechanical properties. For this purpose, we used two types of kraft lignin: acidic and alkaline (ac-KL and alk-KL). The alk-KL demonstrated higher dispersibility in the polymer, mainly attributed to the deprotonation of its structure during its production process. As a result, the dielectric elastomer with alk-KL showed a 50% increase in relative permittivity compared to the pristine polymer without compromising its mechanical and viscoelastic properties. Moreover, these samples demonstrated a greater actuation strain capability in response to an electrical stimulus. Thus, the incorporation of lignin demonstrates promise as a valuable reinforcement in the development of advanced dielectric materials, enhancing their electro-mechanical performance.
- Subjects
ELASTOMERS; LIGNINS; THERMOPLASTIC elastomers; LIGNIN structure; DIELECTRIC materials; CONDUCTING polymers; DIELECTRICS
- Publication
Express Polymer Letters, 2024, Vol 18, Issue 6, p561
- ISSN
1788-618X
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.3144/expresspolymlett.2024.42