Microcomposite Formation of p-Aramid with Inorganic Glass and Conductive Polymers

Recent trends in research of polymer alloys are classified in (1) orthodox approach to polymer alloys and (2) singular (out-of-orthodox) approach to polymer alloys. The development in orthodox approach is reviewed on the preparative methods, the prediction of alloy morphology and the relationships between morphology and properties. As singular approach to polymer alloys, the development of molecular composites and the microcomposites are reviewed. The field of microcomposites are mentioned more in detail. The microcomposites of p-aramid film with inorganic glass or electroconductive polymers are taken up as a special topic. The rigid rodlike polymers form a film with controlled void content, having a very low critical diffusion volume at the percolation threshold, which enables the infiltration of functional monomers. Technological applications are suggested for the future based on these knowledges.