Abstract
Optical hybrid materials with comparable concentrations of inorganic nanoparticles and polymer matrix components are studied. Materials are homogeneous and have good optical properties and processability. Effects related to a high concentration of nanoparticles in the polymer are discussed. Optical and rheological properties of these materials are investigated.
Acknowledgments
This work was done with the support of CRDF grant RE2-532 under program “Next step to the market” and in collaboration with 3M Corp. The main results are protected by patents of 3M Corp.