CycloPUR – Fundamental insights in reversible polymerization of polyurethanes. University of Antwerp
Intelligence in PRocesses, Advanced Catalysts and Solvents (iPRACS), Biochemical Wastewater Valorization & Engineering (BioWaVE)
Polyurethanes (PU) are versatile group of polymers, being used increasingly in diverse applications; for instance in mattresses, building foams, automotive and adhesives. PU is a cross-linked polycondensation polymer, in which polyols (polyhydroxyl alcohols) react with highly reactive diisocyanates. As a thermoset (they do not have a melting point), PU is difficult to recycle, and the current state-of-the-art mechanical recycling results in ...