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Kychkin AK, Gavrilieva AA, Kychkin AA, Lukachevskaya IG, Lebedev MP. The Initial Stage of Climatic Aging of Basalt-Reinforced and Glass-Reinforced Plastics in Extremely Cold Climates: Regularities. Polymers (Basel) 2024; 16:866. [PMID: 38611125 PMCID: PMC11013485 DOI: 10.3390/polym16070866] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2024] [Revised: 03/10/2024] [Accepted: 03/15/2024] [Indexed: 04/14/2024] Open
Abstract
Detailed analyses of the reasons for changes in the mechanical parameters of fiberglass exposed to different climatic zones have been made available in the literature; however, such detailed studies of basalt plastic do not yet exist. It is possible to make reasonable conclusions on the climatic resistance of reinforced plastics by monitoring the deformation-strength characteristics in combination with fractographic and DMA analyses of the solar- and shadow-exposed parts of the plastics; additionally, one can conduct analyses of the IR spectrum and the moisture sorbtion kinetics. As a starting point for the climatic aging of polymer composite materials, it is necessary to accept the time of exposure in which the maximum values of the elastic strength properties of polymeric materials are achieved. Based on the results of the DMA analysis, it was found that, unlike basalt-reinforced plastics (where the material is post-cured exclusively at the initial stage of the exposure), in glass-reinforced plastic, a process of destruction occurs. The formation of internal stresses in the material and their growth were determined through observing the duration of climatic exposure. The formation of closed porosity, depending on the duration of exposure, can be assessed using the values of the increase in the average moisture content. A set of experimental studies has established that glass-reinforced plastics are subject to greater destruction under the influence of a very cold climate than the basalt-reinforced plastic.
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Affiliation(s)
- Anatoly K. Kychkin
- Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences V.P. Larionov Institute of Physical and Technical Problems of the North, 1 Oktyabrskaya Str., 677000 Yakutsk, Russia; (A.A.G.); (A.A.K.); (I.G.L.)
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- Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences V.P. Larionov Institute of Physical and Technical Problems of the North, 1 Oktyabrskaya Str., 677000 Yakutsk, Russia; (A.A.G.); (A.A.K.); (I.G.L.)
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- Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences V.P. Larionov Institute of Physical and Technical Problems of the North, 1 Oktyabrskaya Str., 677000 Yakutsk, Russia; (A.A.G.); (A.A.K.); (I.G.L.)
- Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences Federal Research Center <<Yakut Scientific Center SB RAS>>, 2 Petrovskogo Str., 677000 Yakutsk, Russia;
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- Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences V.P. Larionov Institute of Physical and Technical Problems of the North, 1 Oktyabrskaya Str., 677000 Yakutsk, Russia; (A.A.G.); (A.A.K.); (I.G.L.)
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- Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences Federal Research Center <<Yakut Scientific Center SB RAS>>, 2 Petrovskogo Str., 677000 Yakutsk, Russia;
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Lee KH, Wang CY, Tsai YR, Huang SY, Huang WT, Kasimayan U, K P O M, Chiang YC. Epigallocatechin gallate-immobilized antimicrobial resin with rechargeable fluorinated synergistic composite for enhanced caries control. Dent Mater 2024; 40:407-419. [PMID: 38123384 DOI: 10.1016/j.dental.2023.12.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2023] [Revised: 12/10/2023] [Accepted: 12/11/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023]
Abstract
OBJECTIVES Given the global prevalence of dental caries, impacting 2.5 billion individuals, the development of sophisticated prevention filling materials is crucial. Streptococcus mutans, the principal caries-causing strain, produces acids that demineralize teeth and initiate dental caries. To address this issue, we aimed to develop a synergistic resin-based composite for enhancing caries control. METHODS The synergistic resin composite incorporates fluorinated kaolinite and silanized Al2O3 nanoparticle fillers into an epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) immobilized urethane-modified epoxy acrylate (U-EA) resin matrix, referred to the as-prepared resin composite. The EGCG-modified TPGDA/U-EA network was synthesized by preparing methacrylate-functionalized isocyanate (HI), reacting it with EGCG to form HI-EGCG, and then incorporating HI-EGCG into the TPGDA/U-EA matrix. The lamellar space within the kaolinite layer was expanded through the intercalation of acrylamide into kaolinite, enhancing its capability to adsorb and release fluoride ions (F-). The layered structure of acrylamide/ kaolinite in the U-EA resin composite acts as a F- reservoir. RESULTS The physico-mechanical properties of the as-prepared resin composites are comparable to those of commercial products, exhibiting lower polymerization shrinkage, substantial F- release and recharge and favorable diametral tensile strength. The immobilized EGCG in the composite exhibits potent antimicrobial properties, effectively reducing the biofilm biomass. Furthermore, the synergistic effect of EGCG and fluorinated kaolinite efficiently counteracts acid-induced hydroxyapatite dissolution, thereby suppressing demineralization and promoting enamel remineralization. SIGNIFICANCE Our innovative EGCG and fluoride synergistic composite provides enhanced antimicrobial properties, durable anti-demineralization, and tooth remineralization effects, positioning it as a promising solution for effective caries control and long-term dental maintenance.
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- Kuan-Han Lee
- Department of Dentistry, Shin Kong Wu Ho-Su Memorial Hospital, Taipei 111, Taiwan; Graduate Institute of Clinical Dentistry, School of Dentistry, National Taiwan University, 1, Chang-de Street, Taipei 10016, Taiwan
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- Graduate Institute of Clinical Dentistry, School of Dentistry, National Taiwan University, 1, Chang-de Street, Taipei 10016, Taiwan; Division of Periodontology, Department of Dentistry, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taiwan
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- Graduate Institute of Clinical Dentistry, School of Dentistry, National Taiwan University, 1, Chang-de Street, Taipei 10016, Taiwan; Division of Restorative and Esthetic Dentistry, Department of Dentistry, National Taiwan University Hospital, 1, Chang-de Street, Taipei 10016, Taiwan
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- Graduate Institute of Clinical Dentistry, School of Dentistry, National Taiwan University, 1, Chang-de Street, Taipei 10016, Taiwan; Division of Restorative and Esthetic Dentistry, Department of Dentistry, National Taiwan University Hospital, 1, Chang-de Street, Taipei 10016, Taiwan
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- School of Dentistry, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 114, Taiwan
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- Graduate Institute of Clinical Dentistry, School of Dentistry, National Taiwan University, 1, Chang-de Street, Taipei 10016, Taiwan
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- Graduate Institute of Clinical Dentistry, School of Dentistry, National Taiwan University, 1, Chang-de Street, Taipei 10016, Taiwan
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- Graduate Institute of Clinical Dentistry, School of Dentistry, National Taiwan University, 1, Chang-de Street, Taipei 10016, Taiwan; Division of Restorative and Esthetic Dentistry, Department of Dentistry, National Taiwan University Hospital, 1, Chang-de Street, Taipei 10016, Taiwan; School of Dentistry, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan; Molecular Imaging Center, National Taiwan University, Taipei 10617, Taiwan.
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