Multilayered nanocomposite polymer colloids using emulsion polymerization stabilized by solid particles.
We report a versatile emulsion polymerization process in which solid nanoparticles are used as stabilizer, thereby replacing the role of surfactants, allowing for simple fabrication of armored nanocomposite polymer latexes. Use of a second conventional seeded emulsion polymerization step provides a straightforward route to more complex multilayered nanocomposite polymer colloids.
Colver
Patrick J
PJ
Department of Chemistry, University of Warwick, Coventry, CV4 7AL, UK.
Colard
Catheline A L
CA
Bon
Stefan A F
SA