| Abstract Scope |
When polyethylene is grafted onto silica nanoparticles, it showcases fundamental behavior changes that can be used to enhance durability and material sustainability. Though, studies regarding the affects of shearing on different concentrations of grafted nanoparticles are slim. The affects of shearing on grafted nanoparticles is addressed in a two - step process; first, synthesizing nanoparticles and making samples with different blends of homopolymer and nanoparticle, then with a SIPLI Rheology machine to conduct flow induced crystallization studies. As a result of these studies, it has been found that applying shear results in an increase in melting temperatures due to shear induced crystallization. Continued studies are being done to understand how different applied shear rates and different concentrations of nanoparticles are affecting the crystallization behavior and crystalline structure. |