05:41Results: Reaction Schemes for tCBCO Small Molecules and Polymer Synthesis, GPC Traces for Polymer, Depolymerization of tCBCO-Based Polymers, and Stress Vs. Strain Curves
Here, we describe protocols for the preparation of trans-cyclobutane fused cyclooctenes (tCBCO), their polymerization to prepare depolymerizable olefinic polymers, and the depolymerization of these polymers under mild conditions. Additionally, protocols for the preparation of depolymerizable networks and compression molding of rigid linear plastics based on this system are described.