Abstract
ABSTRACTPorous polyurethane (PU) sponge was modified with polyhedral oligmeric silsesquioxane (POSS), where the resulting material exhibited super-hydrophobic property with very high oil absorption capability. The structure and morphology of PU sponges before and after the POSS modification were characterized. Varying motor oils with different viscosity, surface tension, and density were also chosen to test the oil–water separation efficiency, where the effects of oil viscosity and PU sponge pore size on the absorption capacity were correlated. Based on the excellent mechanical properties, POSS-modified PU sponges could be recycled and reused for many times without losing the absorption capacity for motor oil.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
