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Silica-encapsulated polymeric expansion agents: BASFRecent Research Landscape

Uncontrolled gas release or volume expansion in cement leads to structural instability and cracking. Encapsulating expanding agents within silicon-based polymer coatings regulates the reaction kinetics to ensure dimensional stability.

What technical problems is BASF addressing in Silica-encapsulated polymeric expansion agents?

Particle surface instability

(6)evidences

Unprotected organic particles suffer from agglomeration, thermal degradation, or poor dispersibility in composite matrices. Stabilizing the interface prevents premature expansion and ensures uniform material performance.

Premature expansion during processing

(2)evidences

Uncontrolled expansion of polymeric agents during early-stage mixing leads to structural instability and loss of volumetric control. Preventing early activation ensures targeted expansion occurs only during the final setting phase.

Magnetic core eddy current loss

(1)evidences

Inter-particle electrical conductivity in magnetic powders leads to significant energy dissipation. Reducing these losses improves efficiency in high-frequency electromagnetic applications.