Single phase shape-transformable elastomeric compounds.

摘要

Crystalline elastomeric network compositions are transformable from their original cured shape into an altered shape and subsequently back to their original shape. The transformation process, which is repeatable is effected by the simultaneous application of heat and deformation forces. The amount of heat required, expressed in terms of temperature, is relatively low. The shape-transformable compositions of the present invention are single phase blends of one or more crystalline polymers and one or more elastomer polymers. The compositions generally have a single broad endotherm due probably to the co-crystallization of the different crystalline segments, a low glass transition temperature, and a low transformation temperature, that is generally less than 100 DEG C.