Development of natural rubber based materials having enhanced mechanical properties

Abstract

Advances in polymer science have led to the development of several novel mechanical strengthen high performance polymers from natural rubber (NR). The properties of natural rubber itself restrict it to be used for many applications. Modifications of NR acquire a vast range of desired properties to use in so called areas. Those shortcomings were overcome by chemical and physical alteration of natural rubber. The mechanical strength of a polymer mainly depends on its physical parameters and cross-links density.