UMR CNRS #5627
INGENIERIE DES
MATERIAUX POLYMERES
Institut National
des Sciences Appliquées de Lyon
69621 Villeurbanne (France)
http://www.insa-lyon.fr/Laboratories/LMM
UMR CNRS #5627 / IMP
Ingénierie des Matériaux Polymères
Head UMR: Prof. J.F. Gérard
Laboratoire des Matériaux Macromoléculaires
Institut National des Sciences Appliquées
Head: Prof. J.F. Gérard
Laboratoire des Matériaux Polymères & Biomatériaux
Université Claude Bernard Lyon I - ISTIL
Head: Dr. G. Seytre
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Polymer Materials Engineering IMP
Head: Prof. Gérard J.F.
Laboratory Macromolecular Materials
Laboratory Polymer Materials & Biomaterials
STAFF (47 permanents)
22 Professors or Assistant professors
12 CNRS senior scientists
14 Engineers/Technicians & Administratives
62 PhD students
5 Post-Docs
25 DEA (Masters)
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Outcomes 1999-2002
302
93
250
204
24
48
8
Papers (referred)
Invited lectures
Lectures
Posters
Patents
PhDs (defended)
PhDs (shared with other research groups)
International symposia organized
Workshops or Conferences
Polymer Blends May 2002, ‘Nanocomposites à charges lamellaires’ March 2003,
Journées Transalpines des Polymères October 2003, Elaboration matériaux polymères nanoporeux
January 2004, MODEST September 2004
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Research Topics
Fundamental research devoted to practical objectives (Materials Engineering)
Polymer chemistry
(Chemical Engineering)
Polymer chemistries
Blends,
Filled polymers and
Composite materials
Surface and interface chemistries
Processing / Formulation
Reactive and non-reactive
processes
Influence of the Process
Parameters
Frontiers with polymer
physics
Properties
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Research Topics
1.
Synthesis of Polymers Having Controlled Architecture &
Properties
Syntheses and Chemical Modifications
2.
Processing Engineering of Polymers, Blends, and
Composite Materials
3.
Surfaces & Interfaces
Organization & Functionality
4.
Architecture-Morphology / Mechanical, Electrical, and
Transport Relationships of Polymers & Multimaterials
5.
Natural & Bioartificial Polymer Materials
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Applications - Examples
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Composites / Nanocomposites Materials
Toughening, Gas barrier, Durability / Aging
Intelligent Processing, Formulations, etc.
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Surfaces, adhesives, coatings & multilayers
Formulations, Processing requirements, powder coatings,
UV coatings, adhesives, Designed surfaces
Practical adhesion properties, Wettability, gas barrier
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Polymers with Controlled Properties
Mechanical Properties, Life Cycle (Aging, Recyclability,..)
Electrical and dielectric properties (low K, etc)
Transport / Barrier / Permeation, Diffusion, etc.
Research Topic#1
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Synthesis of Polymers Having Controlled
Architecture & Properties
Syntheses and Chemical Modifications
1.- Reaction mechanisms and kinetics
* Conventional polymerization routes (condensation, free radical, hydrol. condens.)
* Interfacial route: in-situ crosslinking of particles, microencapsulation
* Controlled radical polymerization: end-linking crosslinking, grafting from, …
* Structural changes during polymerization – chemiorheology –
2.- Formulations of reactive systems
* Chemical modification of oligomers (PUA, silicon alkoxide-term., HBP, TPU)
* Chemistries et organization at different scale lengths
- dispersion of pre-formed heterogeneities
(HPB, grafted nanosilica, mgels)
- organized polymer nanolayers (CRP grafting from)
* Amphiphilic networks TPU/PDMS
3.- Phase separation thermodynamics and kinetics in reactive systems
* High Tg thermoplastic/thermoset formulations (PEI, PES, PPE, PVC, PET, sPS)
* Nanostructured thermosets from block copolymers, POSS, HBP
* Porous networks from phase separation process
Research Topic#1
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Synthesis of Polymers Having Controlled
Architecture & Properties
Syntheses and Chemical Modifications
High Tg thermoplastic-thermoset blends
Toughening (KIc)
Processing aids
POLYETHERIMIDE
PEI
PURE
EPOXY
10%
EPOXY
MATRIX 20%
PHASE
INVERSION 30%
TP
MATRIX 45%
60%
PURE
THERMO
PLASTIC
3 mm
(A.Bonnet et al, Macromolecules 1999)
POLYPHENYLENE
PPE ETHER
Research Topic#1
Synthesis of Polymers Having Controlled
Architecture & Properties
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Syntheses and Chemical Modifications
Chemical modifications of thermoplastic polyurethanes TPU
done in the molten state
- reactive extrusion -
3
TPU « self crosslinkable »
from
‘soft’ hydrolysis
aminoalkoxysilane
2
Direct
crosslinking
complete
and fast
humidity
1
O
O
O
N-C-O
C=O
NH
N-C-O
C=O
NH
N-C-O
C=O
NH
N
C
O
N
C
O
N
C
O
hydroxyalkylacrylate
crosslinkable TPU
from
photopolymerization
diol,
diamine
4
network
with designed
properties
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Scientific Topics
Chemistries Under Study
•EPOXIES
epoxy-amine, anhydride, homopolymerisation,
cationic , anionic types
encapsulation of amines, functionalization of hyperbranched pol.
water-borne and solvent-based formulations, linear epoxies
photopolymerization of cycloaliphatic epoxies
epoxy-thermoplastic blends (toughening, processing-aids)
PPE, PES, PEI, PS, sPS, PVC, …
•POLYURETHANES, POLYUREAS
alcohol-isocyanate, amine-isocyanate,
blocked and encapsulated isocyanates, functionalization of
hyperbranched pol.
segmented and crosslinked PU /PUR
dispersed TPU, reactive extrusion of TPU for crosslinking
•CYANATE-ESTERS
•POLYESTERS (PET)
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Scientific Topics
Chemistries Under Study (continued)
•FREE RADICAL POLYMERIZATION
unsaturated polyesters, acrylates
•BENZOXAZINES
•ACRYLATE CHEMISTRY FOR COATINGs
epoxy- and polyurethane-acrylate based formulations
for thermal or UV curings
•SOL-GEL CHEMISTRY FROM SILICON - ALKOXIDES
hybrid organic – inorganic materials based on PU and
(meta) acrylates
synthesis and introduction of polyhedralsilsesquioxanes POSS
•CHEMISTRIES AT THE INTERFACES
reactive extrusion of immiscible polymers and filled polymers
generation of tailored interphases from specific interactions
establish at the interface (metal – epoxy/amine)
grafting on various types of surface (silica and silicates, …)
Research Topic#2
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Processing Engineering of Polymers, Blends,
& Composite Materials
1.- Chemistry and processing – Reactive processing
* Reactive extrusion
- Polymerization
copolymer synthesis
on-line crosslinking of a dispersed phase (TPV, epoxy-amine)
- Chemical modifications
- Control and stabilization of morphologies in blends
and nanocomposites
* Reactive molding
- Resin Transfer Molding RTM
- Reaction Injection Molding RIM
2.- Physics associated to processing
* Pressure-Volume-Temperature behaviour
* Pressure and shear effects on crystallization processes
* Generation of designed morphologies in thermoplastic-based blends
Deformation of the dispersed phase
Research Topic#2
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Processing Engineering of Polymers, Blends,
& Composite Materials
Reactive extrusion
Dryer
Feeders (V, w)
Pumps
NIR & MIR
spectroscopies
Polymerization in bulk and
in the dispersed phase
Spectro UV
Homopolymerization of e-caprolactone
Reactive epoxy-amine dispersed phase in PS
Thermoset/thermoplastic blends
Chemical modification in extruder
Anhydride-alcohol reaction (copolymers)
Alcoholis of PET
TPU modification
m-wave
channel
Computer-controlled
extruder (P,T, rot., …)
Instrumention of twin-screw extruder
Reactive solvants – Foams
Other investigated routes
Exchange reactions
ester – alkoxysilane (TPV)
Compatibilization
blends
nanofillers (nanoclays)
Non-compatibilized and in-situ compatibilized PP/PE blends
Research Topic#2
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Processing Engineering of Polymers, Blends,
& Composite Materials
Reaction Injection Molding RIM
Design of reactive systems
In-situ analysis of reaction
FT-IR (NIR)
Microdielectrometry
Resin Transfer Molding RTM
Intelligent processing (in-situ analysis: mdielectrometry, US, NIR)
Modeling mold filling (chemiorheology, permeability)
Combined processes (in-situ dissolution of TP films or
fibers)
Gl ass fi ber s
Thermoplastic film
Diffusion of thermoplastic
Stacking of
prepreg layers
RTN Polynetset
GROWTH Soltex
Curing
Matrix
Research Topic#2
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Processing Engineering of Polymers, Blends,
& Composite Materials
Design of morphologies from processing conditions
High shape factor dispersed phase
PE/PET blend
Effect of pressure and shear rate
on crystallization processes
Device for high shear rate
testing in the molten state
PVT apparatus
Injection molding process
SCOOP (Shrinkage Crystallinity Orientation of Polymers)
FISH (Fiber-filled polymer Injection & Shrinkage)
Solvay / Moldflow / legrand
Research Topic#3
Surfaces & Interfaces
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Organization and Functionality
1.- Development of new methods for analysis and processing of surfaces
* Controlled Radical Polymerization applied to surfaces (grafting from)
* AFM developments: chemical mapping, surface forces, etc.
* Modeling of interfaces in blends and composites (microcomposites)
* Molecular modeling of bulk and surface properties
2.- Study of structure/organization of surfaces and interfaces
in macromolecular systems
* PRC for grafting ultra-thin PS layers
* Effect of interactions at the interface with an inorganic surface (nanofillers)
* Interactions/reactions at polymer-polymer interfaces
* Interfacial adhesion in polymer-based materials
3.- Design, modification, and functionalization of surfaces and interfaces
* Methodology for intercalation/exfoliation of lamellar nanofillers
and nanoparticles in TPs and TSs
* Synthesis of gradient interphases – Chemistries of interfaces
* Design of interactive/reactive surfaces using chemical and/or physical methods
Research Topic#3
Surfaces & Interfaces
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Organization and Functionality
Development of tools and methodologies for studying surfaces and interfaces
Theoretical
Modeling wettability of polymer surfaces
Analysis of interactions between PDMS and silica
Experimental
ADCB method for fracture energy of
polymer-polymer interfaces
Microcomposites
Research Topic#3
Surfaces & Interfaces
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Organization and Functionality
Nanocomposites - Management of nanoparticles dispersion
state in polymers from tailoring the interactions at the interface
PDMS - silica
Effect of grafting level of silica
Polypropylene PP – montmorillonite MMT
Effect of the nature of the quaternary
ammonium chains on intercalation/exfoliation
Research Topic#4
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Architecture-Morphology / Mechanical,
Electrical, and Transport Relationships of
Polymers & Multimaterials
1.- Mechanical and viscoelastic properties of polymer and multimaterials
* Molecular architecture-morphology / mechanical behavior relationships
* Feedback to synthesis, formulation, and processing conditions
* Adhesion of polymer layers on substrates
2.- Electrical and optical properties of polymers
* Study of diffusion and relaxation mechanisms
* Electrical response – physicochemical events relationships
* Electroactive polymers
* Interfacial adhesion in polymer-based materials
3.- Transport of small molecules in dense macromolecular materials
* Transport mechanisms and modeling: solubility vs. diffusion
* Architecture-morphology / transport properties relationships
* Effects of additional parameters: humid environment, etc.
Research Topic#4
Architecture-Morphology / Mechanical,
Electrical, and Transport Relationships of
Polymers & Multimaterials
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Polarized light
E
AC
: PEN spacer (25 µm)
Permittivity
Dielectric spectroscopy DEA
Optical microscopy
(f = 1 kHz, T = 161 °C)
: PVDF sample (30 µm)
: Aluminium lead
: ITO glass
13
3,0E-08
12
2,5E-08
11
2,0E-08
10
1,5E-08
9
1,0E-08
8
5,0E-09
7
0
500
PVDF crystallization
200 s.
520 s.
Ionic conductivity
(ohm.cm)-1
Use of combined methods for studying crystallization of thermoplastics
714 s.
944 s.
1000
1500
2000
time (sec.)
1274 s.
2500
1694 s.
Research Topic#5
Native & Bioartificial Materials
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1.- Basic analysis of kinetics and thermodynamics of extraction
mechanisms of polymers from biomass
2.- Kinetics and thermodynamics of chemical modification reactions
of chitine and chitosane for processing biomimetic structures
3.- Study of interactions in solution and in the solid state
4.- Design of complex physical shapes from solutions
* Physical hydrogels from chitosane
* Nanoparticle formation
* Bio-encapsulation
5.- Physico-chemical interactions from physical hydrogels
6.- Metallic ions and dyes sorption on chitosane and cellulose
7.- Interface with life sciences
Research Topic#5
Native & Bioartificial Materials
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Objectives
Use of native structures existing partially which can be induce various non-conventional
biological responses, i.e.
polysaccharides : glycosaminoglycanes (GAG), chitine, chitosane
- N-acetylglucosamine  extracellular matrix (GAG, glycoconjuguated) as simple and sulfate forms
- b bond, (14)  biological media,
- Influence of DA  management of the biological response
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European Research Training Networks
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POLYNETSET Thermoset-Based Polymer Blends
LMM-IMP INSA Lyon
Institute Polymerforschung
Politecnico Milano
Université Catholique de Louvain
Imperial College
Basque County University
Siegen University
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Lyon (France) Coordinator
Dresden (Germany)
Milano (Italy)
Louvain (Belgium)
London (Great Britain)
San Sebastian (Spain)
Siegen (Germany)
NBB-HYBRIDS Hybrid Organic-Inorganic Materials
LMM-IMP INSA Lyon
Institute Polymerforschung
UPMC Université Paris VI
Trento University
Institute Macromolecular Sci.
Franhaufer Inst. Silicatforschung
Lyon (France) Coordinator
Dresden (Germany)
Paris (France)
Trento (Italy)
Prague (Czech Republic)
Wursburg (Germany)
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European Programme 6th PCRD
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Network of Excellence
NANOFUN-POLY
Nanostructured and Multifunctional Polymer-Based
Materials and Nanocomposites
INSTM (Italian Univ.)
Perugia (Italy)
IMP INSA Lyon
Lyon (France)
Consortium of 28 partners

Coordinator
Vice-Coordinator
STREP ‘NANOFIRE’ Nanocomposites for Fire Retardancy Materials
Politecnico Torino
LMM-IMP INSA Lyon
Alessandria (Italy) coordinator
Lyon (France) Partner
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Scientific Collaborations
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PICS Program
CRMM /Technical University Lodz
Coal Institute
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Australia
Monash University
Queensland University
Queensland University of Technology
Wollongong University
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Weizmann Institute
INTEMA
W. & M. College
Ecole Polytechnique de Lausanne
Politecnico Torino
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Réseau Transalpin des Polymères
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Lodz (Poland)
Gliwicze (Poland)
Melbourne
Brisbane
Brisbane
Wollongong
Rehovot (Israël)
Mar-del-Plata (Argent.)
Williamsburg (USA)
Lausanne (Switzerland)
Torino (Italy)
CH – Vaud /Genève / Valais I - Lombardie / Ligurie / Vallée
d’Aoste
F – Région Rhône-Alpes
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Scientific Collaborations
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Fédération des Polyméristes Lyonnais
NMR facilities Center, etc.
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Programmes (GDR, ACI...)
CPR " Reactive Extrusion"
ACI Nanomaterials " Clay-Based Nanocomposites"
ACI Adhesion " Metal / Polymer Interfaces"
PREDIT Transportation " RTM Process"
Ministry of Industry " RTM Preforms "
RECORD 2000 " Recycling of Polymer Blends "
RNMP " PROSPET ", " NENATEX "
PACO " POLYSTOCK " Hydrogen storage
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Rhône-Alpes County
Emergence " Nanocomposites Varnishes and Adhesives "
Materials ‘Non-permeable/Breathing PU’
Materials " Nanocomposites based on lamellar nanofillers""
Materials " Reactive TS/TD formulations for new cables "
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French Research groups
ISITEM Nantes, ENSAM Paris, ESPCI Paris, Univ. Lille, Clermont-Ferrand Univ., etc.
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Connections with Industry
About 87% of research activities are associated
with industrial contracts
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Chemical Companies
Ato-Fina, Solvay, Rhodia, Rhodia Silicones, Dow Chem., Exxon
Vantico, Tergal, Wacker Chem.
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Polymer Users Companies
Compounding/ Formulation
Automotive/Aeronautics
Coatings/Paints
Packaging
Electricity / Electronics
Civil Engineering
Others
Multibase Dow Corning, Gemoplast, SAMI
Acome, Merilithe, Chauzu, Allrim
Renault, Inoplast, EADS – Airbus, CTTM
Celliose, Becker Ind., Arcelor
Pechiney/Cébal, Nestlé, Pernod-Ricard,
Vitembal, Tetrapak
Nexans, EDF, Porcher, RCE, Trixell-Thalès
St. Gobain, Soprema, Lafarge, Gerflor, Spit
IFP, CEA, Rossignol, IFTH
Kodak , Air Liquide
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Connections with industrial partners
Types of collaboration
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PhD Doctorates
CIFRE, BDI-CNRS, DGA, R-A County, EC 5th PCRDT
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Post-doctorates
R-A County, EC 5th PCRDT
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‘End of Study’ / Master Projects
which can be connected with a following 5/6 month-long training period
in industry
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‘Transfer Engineer’ INSA
Initial Research and Development Studies
for SME companies (duration: few months )
Technology and Literature Survey and Watching
Experiments / Data Analysis