Development of new crosslinking systems for the condensation of RTV silicones
Thermal accelerated ageing of silicones crosslinked with new catalysts
Material characterisation : ATG, DSC, GPC, RMN, IR, DMA, tensile tests, swelling, hardness
Development of sealed moulds for thermal accelerated ageing
PhD achievements : Reduction of catalysts toxicity, identification of new metal catalysts for the crosslinking, identification of species responsible of silicone ageing
patent : non-toxic silicone formulation resistant to ageing in sealed environment