Hybrid Optical Material with Nanoparticles at High Concentrations in UV-Curable Polymers – Technology and Properties

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.

Keywords:

• nanocomposites
• nanostructure
• optics
• photopolymerization
• refractive index

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.